--- title: "Zeterre Landscape Architecture — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/zeterre-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1325505672 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1325505672.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Zeterre Landscape Architecture" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/bf0362e90f26ce31_0843-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "San Francisco, California 94103, United States" phone: "(415) 691-2166" website: http://www.zeterre.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 18 best_of_houzz_awards: 7 followers: 662 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Zeterre Landscape Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Zeterre Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/zeterre-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1325505672) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Serves:** Bel Air, Hollywood, San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Napa, Pleasanton, Palo Alto, South San Francisco, Palm Springs, San Bruno, Danville, Menlo Park, Los Gatos, Beverly Hills, Los Altos, Saratoga, Stanford, Mill Valley, Healdsburg, Hillsborough, Piedmont, Pebble Beach, Tiburon, Los Altos Hills, Montecito, Kentfield, Sausalito, Atherton, Saint Helena, Broadmoor, Portola Valley, Carmel Valley, Marin City, Belvedere, Alto, Muir Beach, Belvedere Tiburon, Boston, Cambridge, Greenwich, New York, Sebastapol, Woodshole - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (18 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2013–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Published nationally - High-end Internationally acclaimed Landscape Architecture Firm focusing on creative and innovative designs for residences, wineries and equestrian properties in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. What sets us from others? Our team is a highly creative and experienced mix of landscape architects, designers and support staff. We have built a well-balanced team that combines: \- Extraordinary plant knowledge. \- Designers that love classical design but enjoy adding the contemporary edge. \- Hospitality and equestrian facility design knowledge. \- Technical expertise. \- A zeal for excellent customer service. Our mission: Each garden we design is an expression of the homeowner’s lifestyle, the home’s architecture, as well as complements the interior design. Our goal is to make all of these important elements flow together seamlessly . . . with our unique Zeterre contemporary twist. We have long been recognized as one of the leading firms in the Bay Area region, working with clients that have (and deserve to have) high expectations. What you should expect from Zeterre: A collaborative approach, award-winning creativity & aesthetic, as well as technical expertise and experience. We have an excellent reputation with area building and permitting departments for our thoroughness and cooperative spirit. No matter the size of your project, Zeterre will listen to you every step of the way to ensure that the end product exceeds your expectations, is completed on time, on budget and adds value to your home. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Swimming Pool Design - Gazebo Design & Construction - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - 3D Rendering - Project Management - Organic Gardens - Shed Design & Construction - Edible Gardens - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Greenhouse Design & Construction - Natural Swimming Pools - Green Roofing - Barn Design & Construction - Custom Fire Pit Design - Landscape Architecture - Outdoor Living Area Design - Sustainable Garden Design - Zen Garden Design ### Areas Served - Bel Air - Hollywood - San Jose - San Francisco - Oakland - Berkeley - Napa - Pleasanton - Palo Alto - South San Francisco - Palm Springs - San Bruno - Danville - Menlo Park - Los Gatos - Beverly Hills - Los Altos - Saratoga - Stanford - Mill Valley - Healdsburg - Hillsborough - Piedmont - Pebble Beach - Tiburon - Los Altos Hills - Montecito - Kentfield - Sausalito - Atherton - Saint Helena - Broadmoor - Portola Valley - Carmel Valley - Marin City - Belvedere - Alto - Muir Beach - Belvedere Tiburon - Boston - Cambridge - Greenwich - New York - Sebastapol - Woodshole ### Typical Job Cost $75,000 - 9 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Zeterre Landscape Architecture | | Address | San Francisco, California 94103, United States | | Phone | (415) 691-2166 | | Website | http://www.zeterre.com | | License Number | 5613 | | Followers on Houzz | 662 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/zeterre/ - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/zeterre/ - Blog — http://www.zeterre.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Zeterre Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/zeterre-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1325505672) - **Website:** http://www.zeterre.com - **Phone:** (415) 691-2166 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - CLCA President's Award, 2011 - CLCA Bay Area 1st Place Medium Residential Installation, 2012 - Graniterock Signature of Excellence, 2012 - Best of Houzz for design-2013, 2016, 2017 - Best of Houzz for service-2014, 2016, 2019 - ICAA Julia Morgan Award for Landscape Design 2022 - **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2013–2025), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 18 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Roberta Jurash, July 2018** > Jarrod is not just a Landscape Architect he is truly an artist. If you want your garden to not look like everyone else's in town, this is the team for you. He really knows how to make a design that works amazing with your home while listening to what is important to you. We just finished our front yard and random people are coming up to me (in front of our house, at our kids school, etc.) and giving me compliments. We are beyond happy with the end result! And everyone on his team is lovely and great to work with as well. Seamless from start to finish! **Comment from Zeterre Landscape Architecture:** > Thank you so much for taking the time to write these comments. It was an absolute pleasure working with you . . . it's always a team effort. We are glad we were able to interpret what you were looking for in a way that gives you happiness. **★★★★★ — Bella Hayes-Roth, May 2018** > Over the years, we have done 5 significant landscape projects, all with different designers, all successful. The 5th project, which we did with Zeterre, was the best. Jarrod Baumann is an artist. It was a privilege and an inspiration to work with him. Toni Kramer is a great project manager. Our garden is sublime. **Comment from Zeterre Landscape Architecture:** > Thank you Bella! We really appreciate that you took the time to send kind words. We love working with you! Thank you!! **★★★★★ — Melissa French, April 2018** > We were originally swept away with Jarrod/Zeterre's amazing design from his portfolio of projects here on Houzz - he is a talented designer and we knew he'd propose something unique for our home. We reached out to his company to make sure our scope/budget for our 1-acre property was something within their wheelhouse. They confirmed it was in their mid-line range of projects they take on, so we moved forward and met with them. We talked to several other designers and in the end chose Jarrod - I was beyond excited to get to work with him and his amazing design skills! Jarrod is a true artist. His vision for our property came to life and we love our end result! > . **★★★★ — Lawrence Williams, March 2016** > Jarrod is clearly a talented designer, but it was unfortunately not a good fit.. Thought it didn't work out, his portfolio and stellar reviews certainly suggest that he and his team do exceptional work. **Comment from Zeterre Landscape Architecture:** > I'm sorry to hear that we weren't the right fit. I wish you the best of luck with your project. You have an amazing house and view. **★★★★★ — arimoskovitz, Jan. 2015** > Suzman Designs advised us on our garden. The garden was part of a midcentury house which was originally intended to be a Japanese house. Stephen Suzman kept the Japanese feel of the garden while integrating what we wanted in a garden. > > Both my husband and I were impressed by Stephen's breadth and depth of knowledge of all the fauna and flora. Stephen listened to our ideas; integrated most of our ideas in the garden (with a bit of refinement) and told us what would not work. This advice was invaluable. Stephen was also very practical and did no tear out everything and start from scratch; he tried to keep as much of the garden as possible (relocating rocks and stones, keeping most of the plants and relocating some of the plants). > > After the landscaping for the front of the house was done, we had compliments from the neighbors. One neighbor even wrote us a note thanking us for improving the landscaping. > > I don't think there is anyone out there more knowledgeable and creative the Suzman Designs - their work speaks understated elegance. **★★★★★ — Ancient Surfaces, July 2014** > We've been very fortunate to have worked with Mr. Stephen Suzman and his incredibly talented team on several projects. > We highly recommend Suzman Design Associates to all of our clients who want to create the best bespoke unique environments to live and thrive in. **★★★★★ — Malika Junaid, March 2014** > Working with Jarrod is like working with an artist. If you want something of the shelf and nothing creative then there is no use going to Zeterre but if one wants creativity, out of the box and unique then Zeterre is the landscape design company for you. I loved working with Jarrod on all the projects that we have been involved in. It has be a true collaboration and creative drive. **★★★★★ — Frank & Grossman Landscape Contractors, Inc., Dec. 2013** > Our firm has been building gardens for Suzman Design Associates for over 20 years. They represent professional landscape architecture at its best. Classical award-winning gardens we are always proud to help create. **★★★★★ — swestly, Nov. 2013** > Stephen Suzman and Suzman Design Associates were responsible for redesigning our garden after we acquired the neighboring lot. He did a wonderful job listening to my wife and I and incorporating our particular tastes. They were able to finesse complicated access and grading problems and after only a couple of years the garden has matured beautifully. We are delighted with the results and would not hesitate to recommend him and his firm. **★★★★★ — slhughes111, Oct. 2013** > As founding partner of BratyonHughes Design Studios it is my please to endorse Suzman Design Associates for Landscape Design. We have worked with SDA on numerous projects over the years and have found their service to premier. What I particulary like is their ability to quickly understand the Architectural concept and are able to amplify the idea with their design skills. What is a rare in SDA is the ability to have a strong design concept that is complemented by down to earth technical knowledge. **★★★★★ — djbcon, Oct. 2013** > Since I build custom homes in the Los Gatos-Saratoga area I expect my own home to reflect a certain degree of style and quality. Jarrod's talents for creating an edgy and attractive garden communicates that very nicely. The low water plants chosen convey beauty and interest through their complementing and contrasting shapes and colors. Jarrod and his people were on time and professional as promised. **★★★★★ — TFLA \| Terra Ferma Landscape Architecture, Sept. 2013** > We've been working with Suzman Design for quite a few years now and they been nothing but the best. We've done Construction for some of Suzman Design's projects and they come out spectacular. We always look forward to working with Stephen and his team. ## Selected projects - [Belvedere Bay View Spanish Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/belvedere-bay-view-spanish-revival-pj-vj~7140454) - Location: Belvedere Island, CA - Photos: 25 - Description: This historic home on Golden Gate Avenue in Belvedere came to us in 2017 had a garden that was completely in ruin. As part of a complete property renovation. Zeterre was brought on to design all structures outside of the house including pool, fountains, sunken fire pit, arbors, terracing etc. using inspiration from our founder's and client's combined travel experience thoughout the lakes region of northern Italy.​​​​​​​​ The design highlights include the sunken fire pit surrounded by a koi and l… - [Boxwood Hall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boxwood-hall-pj-vj~213247) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 51 - Description: The owners of this large property, located on the scenic Selby Lane in Atherton, wanted to create an intriguing formal garden which would help unify and connect the architecture of their sprawling home. Using the major axis and sight lines of the home as the focus, several plans were presented to the clients. The final plan was designed so there would be three distinct spaces on each side of the house that the garden encompassed. While each space would be clearly unique, there would also be unif… - [Martha's Vineyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/martha-s-vineyard-pj-vj~1761184) - Location: Chilmark, MA - Photos: 42 - Description: This beautiful property was originally part of a 7 acre plot and was once the home of actor James Cagney’s cattle rancher. The barn was used as a home for cows and pigs. Cagney created a gentleman’s farm, and his family came each summer for fifty years beginning in the mid-1930s. We recieved the project in 2005 and worked on it for close to 5 years creating a site specific and appropriate garden that would show off the numerious amout of beautiful plant materials that thrive on Martha's Vineyard… - [Award Winning Pacific Heights San Francisco Italianate Palazzo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/award-winning-pacific-heights-san-francisco-italianate-palazzo-pj-vj~6948038) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: This project recieved the prestigious Julia Morgan Award from the Institute of Classical Art and Architecture. As part of an extensive remodel of a period house perched forty feet above the adjacent street level, the Client requested the landscape team to design a sequestered Italianate courtyard accessed from the main rear door of the piano nobile, and from the auto court below. The Client desired complete visual privacy from neighbors, a sitting terrace to take advantage of spectacular views t… - [Petit Trianon SF Contemporary Classic Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/petit-trianon-sf-contemporary-classic-terrace-pj-vj~6700477) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: This project was done for the San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2019, an event to raise money for the San Francisco University High School financial aid program. The backyard terrace was designed featuring modern french parterre design, antique lantern lighting, boxwood balls, princess flowers, a beautiful contemporary marble sculpture by Yoko Kubrick, and patio furniture and outdoor dining set picked in collaboration with DZINE Living San Francisco - [Stanford Transitional Family Garden with Modern Sleeping Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stanford-transitional-family-garden-with-modern-sleeping-porch-pj-vj~6918251) - Location: Woodside, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: This beautiful wooded home sits on a parcel of Stanford land in Woodside. Our client wanted a natural garden, with an indoor/outdoor entertaining space, grass play area for their kids, a pool with an inset spa, and something to compliment the classic gazebo onsite. We created a large, luxurious sleeping porch with electric screens that enclose the entire patio, and a outdoor fireplace that mimics the interior one just across the living room. By the pool we created unique brick detailing that cas… - [Palo Alto Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-bungalow-pj-vj~2887936) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: Our clients wanted a contemporary take on the Japanese garden style. We used wonderful limestone from the UK with inlaid ipe pads. The limestone wall is inspired by and shaped like a Tansu chest. The water wall was fabricated by the incredible Jefferson Mack - we used silicon bronze and gold leaf to create the labyrinth that is illuminated in the evening. Even the fencing is extraordinary, all Brazilian handcrafted hardwood, with unique and original detailing on all four sides of the garden. The… - [Cypress Ridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cypress-ridge-pj-vj~105566) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 49 - Description: Before we began, the yard was a tricky labyrinth of dead ends and barren spaces. Jarrod created a magical space that utilized every inch of the landscape. Each has its own unique environment and feel. Now, there are winding paths lined with patterns, designed by Jarrod, that encourage guests to explore. There are intimate meditative places for mindfulness, and there are areas just blooming with color and celebration. Jarrod is a fan of distinctive combinations of plants that create vivid texture… - [Los Altos Hills playground](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-playground-pj-vj~5666457) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: FEATURES: • World’s First Living Retractable Gate with Live Succulents Planted right into the Gate • Terraced Garden that includes a 3-level Cascading Infinity Pool with Waterfalls • Beach-style Slope Entry into the Pool Built in Travertine • Pool includes an Island with a Rare Dragon Tree from South Africa • Camping and Play Areas Built for the Family’s Children - [17 Mile Drive French Formal Garden in Pebble Beach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/17-mile-drive-french-formal-garden-in-pebble-beach-pj-vj~519319) - Location: Pacific Grove, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: Jarrod designed this dream garden in Pebble Beach when he was 27 years old. The existing site included a Spanish revival house from the early 1900s that was renovated to tie into the clients’ desire for a more French classical home. At the time, Jarrod had been spending a lot of time in France and was highly influenced by the gardens at Vaux Le Vicomte. An entry driveway foyer allows the homeowner and guests get safely off the famous 17-Mile Drive before approaching the call button. The limeston… - [Palm Springs Oasis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palm-springs-oasis-pj-vj~1746639) - Location: Palm Springs, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: Zeterre was tasked with creating a Palm Springs desert dreamscape and produced a beautiful modern minimalist creation that works seamlessly with the home by Schmidt Architecture and interiors by The Wiseman Group. The landscape is embellished with grasses, boulders, stoneware pottery, sculpture and specimen trees​​​​​​​​, beyond just the regular desert climate cacti. Shadows are cast from the carefully crafted design elements and create stunning visual effects that change with the movement of th… - [Oceanfront Estate - Pebble Beach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oceanfront-estate-pebble-beach-pj-vj~105525) - Location: Del Monte Forest, CA - Photos: 21 - [Locksley Hall](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/locksley-hall-pj-vj~1748136) - Location: Belvedere, CA - Photos: 80 - Description: Features we added to this Classical Greek Revival built in 1904: Antique paving stones from China created paths and steps throughout the gardens first to a lawn, a rose garden, bronze balustrades, and a custom designed bronze fountain that can be accessed also from the Great Room and a Guest Suite. Then descend to a Burmese teak beamed Pergola leading to the pool with Indonesian Batu-Hijau stone lining, flamed granite coping and electric pool cover. A Pool House with Sauna, Steam Bath/Shower wit… - [Unique Mediterranean Gardens - Palo Alto](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/unique-mediterranean-gardens-palo-alto-pj-vj~102847) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 24 - [Saratoga Avant Garde](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/saratoga-avant-garde-pj-vj~105537) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 14 - [Eclectic Estate - Los Altos Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-estate-los-altos-hills-pj-vj~105522) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 16 - [Tiburon Bay View](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tiburon-bay-view-pj-vj~7200953) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: A bold home that exemplifies contemporary through its clean lines and modern design that looks out onto the San Francisco Bay. The secluded home was crafted to accommodate visiting friends and a multi-generational family environment, offering a harmonious balance between private spaces to relax and retreat and public spaces for entertaining and communal activities. The architect implemented “horizontal” architecture that integrates into the terraced landscape, which we emulate in our own landsca… - [Contemporary English Gardens - Atherton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-english-gardens-atherton-pj-vj~105520) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 9 - [SF Decorator Showcase 2017](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sf-decorator-showcase-2017-pj-vj~2509472) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 13 - [Santa Lucia Preserve](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-lucia-preserve-pj-vj~1748144) - Location: Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: Surrounded by 20,000 acres of wild Central Coast ranchlands, this site provides magnificent close and long-range views. The austerity of the expansive grasslands punctuated with heritage oaks, serves as the foundation for a design committed to simplicity and restraint. Using the client’s minimal program to best advantage, SCDA’s design provides an axial entry drive leading to an elliptical motor court containing a single tree within a 28’ square reflecting pool. The sweeping vistas at the rear o… [See all 42 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/zeterre-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1325505672) ## Community Q&A **Q: What green plant is between the flagstone?** *(in Photo Questions)* Please tell me the plant (not grass) that is between the flagstones. A: Mentha Requieni - Jewel Mint of Corsica **Q: What variety of flax are these pink plants?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Same . . . New Zealand Flax. **Q: What is the red spiked plant on right?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Phormium or others refer to it as New Zealand Flax. It's nice, huh? **Q: we love the large cushion loungers - where are they from.. awesome job** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thanks Mark! Let me find out from the project manager that worked on that job. It's been a few years ago. I will get back to you. **Q: 3D Animation** *(in Photo Questions)* I visited your website and am amazed by the 3D animation of some of the projects. What software was used to create these? Thank you. A: Lumion **Q: What type of wood is the gater? And can you order the whole gateway?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi There, the wood is mahogany. We had had it custom-built specifically for this project. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*