--- title: "earth and sole — Landscape Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/earth-and-sole-pfvwus-pf~1543584341 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1543584341.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "earth and sole" category: ["Landscape Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f3a3d6ea0e0db81e_4748-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "Available Upon Request, Toronto, Ontario, Canada" latitude: 43.7461 longitude: -79.2954 phone: "(416) 463-0810" website: http://www.earthandsole.com rating: 5 review_count: 54 best_of_houzz_awards: 18 followers: 186 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # earth and sole Original Houzz profile: [earth and sole](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/earth-and-sole-pfvwus-pf~1543584341) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Contractors - **Location:** Toronto, ON - **Serves:** Toronto - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (54 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 18 awards (2013–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves DESIGN BUILD TRANSFORM. Landscape construction and design, hardscaping and softscaping. Seasonal container fills and garden design. Servicing the east end and downtown Toronto. ### Services Provided - Canada ### Areas Served - Toronto ### Typical Job Cost CAD 20,000 - CAD 100,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | earth and sole | | Address | Available Upon Request, Toronto, Ontario, Canada | | Phone | (416) 463-0810 | | Website | http://www.earthandsole.com | | Followers on Houzz | 186 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/earth-sole/142043605836140?ref\_type=bookmark - Blog — http://www.pinterest.com/earthandsole/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [earth and sole](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/earth-and-sole-pfvwus-pf~1543584341) - **Website:** http://www.earthandsole.com - **Phone:** (416) 463-0810 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 18 awards (2013–2026), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 54 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — HU-866081230, Jan. 2026** > Project Southwood: We couldn’t be happier with our backyard. We are very grateful for the entire earth and sole team - who went above and beyond to make sure our backyard was perfect. They were on time & and on budget. Working with earth and sole was the best decision to make our dream backyard come true. **★★★★★ — Downtown Front Garden, Aug. 2025** > Incredible team. Friendly, collaborative, hardworking and they go the extra mile. Our front garden is beautiful beyond our expectations and the envy of all our neighbours! **★★★★★ — Karen Eckert, Sept. 2024** > I found Earth and Sole to be the perfect fit for me. They understood the distinctive look I wanted in my deck and garden and worked hard and diligently to make it a reality - all for a reasonable price. They referred back to me for direction on a regular basis and made sure the execution of the project was consistent in detail with my desires, remaining flexible where needed. Their staff is respectful, punctual and knowledgeable. I look forward to working with them again soon. **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you Karen! It was a pleasure working with you! We enjoyed making your vision come together and look forward to our next project. **★★★★★ — Jeff Otto, June 2024** > We had Shelby and Adrian and crew do our front and back yards and we are so very happy. They helped design the hardscaping and made excellent suggestions for the plantings. They showed up at 8am each day which I loved. Hard workers with an eye for detail and very amicable to changes. > We highly recommend them! **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you for the review. We loved the results and the collaborative process! We hope you get a lot of enjoyment out of your new landscaping. **★★★★★ — Heather & Aaron, May 2024** > Shelby and Adrian and their team were incredible! From start to finish, the team at earth and sole were so easy to work with and completed the project in the timeline that they estimated. It is now a year later and we are still super happy about our new backyard and deck. **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you for the review! So glad you are enjoying your backyard! **★★★★★ — Dave Cameron, Dec. 2023** > We are so happy to have chosen Earth & Sole for our backyard makeover, completed in Sept 2023. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Shelby, Adrian & the crew. Everything from the project planning to the ongoing communication to the collaborative process to the end result was highly professional and effective. They were friendly and respectful of our space, and we were especially happy with how efficient and consistent the actual on-site work was -- once it began, there were no unnecessary time gaps or delays, and the ability to still adjust designs on the fly was terrific. All in all, one of the best renovation experiences we have ever had! **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you Dave! We enjoyed the collaborative process > and couldn't ask for nicer clients to work with! **★★★★★ — Sue Green, Nov. 2023** > Working with Shelby and Adrian, and the entire crew, from Earth and Sole was a pleasure and we are thrilled with our new backyard. Everything was done on time, according to estimate and the quality of their work exceeded expectations. It was the easiest, most efficient renovation we have ever completed. We not hesitate to work with Earth and Sole again in the future, in fact, we would welcome the opportunity. **Comment from earth and sole:** > It was a great pleasure working with you as well! Wishing you a ton of enjoyment in your new backyard! **★★★★★ — Gabby, Aug. 2023** > Earth and Sole is simply fantastic! Shelby and Adrian worked wonders on our backyard, and we couldn't be happier. Right from the start, they were professional and really listened to what we wanted. The whole process was smooth and stress-free. They take so much pride in their work, and it definitely shows. Our new backyard is everything we hoped for, and we're really looking forward to enjoying it for years to come. If you need landscaping done to perfection Earth and Sole is the way to go! Highly recommended! **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you! We loved how your backyard turned out and do hope you get a lot of enjoyment out of it! Thank you for entrusting us with it, it was a true pleasure to work with you. **★★★★★ — lisalew, June 2023** > We reached out to Shelby early spring about overhauling our front garden and adding plants/flowers to existing garden beds in the back. Their instagram and houzz profiles showcased beautiful gardens (in addition to the hardscaping they do) so I felt confident giving them a try. We had a couple meetings to review the space and come up with a design plan, which was ultimately executed beautifully! Shelby really knows her stuff and really listened to the style we wanted, while also planting items that were appropriate for the light and soil conditions. Would HIGHLY recommend this company for all your landscaping needs, and we will absolutely use them again for future projects. Thanks Earth and Sole for transforming our outdoor space!! **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It was great working with you and can't wait to see the gardens flourish! **★★★★★ — HU-528309592, Jan. 2023** > Great experience! Couldn’t recommend them more. > > Our first project with them was a few years back for a front yard retaining wall, walkway, and garden. > > We were thrilled with the work so when we decided to overhaul our backyard in 2022 (a much larger job) they were our first call. We did end up interviewing other contractors but felt that Shelby and Adrian clearly understood our vision, added really helpful suggestions, and we trusted their work. > > The scope of the backyard job was a raised porch/pergola, lower deck, fence, parking pad, garden/trees and laneway door structure. They also did some minor work on our front porch (new railing). All the work was done to high standards, on time, and on budget. > > We really appreciated their attention to details, design orientation, and quality of work. I recall during the work that an impressed neighbour said in passing “they know what they’re doing” which I think succinctly sums it up. > > We recommend them to our friends all the time would absolutely use them again! **★★★★★ — marly Allan, Jan. 2023** > Our expectations were surpassed! The design and execution were flawless. We couldn’t be happier with our new deck and shed. Can’t wait for the summer to enjoy and show it off ;) **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you for the review. It was our pleasure! Enjoy! **★★★★★ — HU-111888915, Sept. 2022** > Shelby and Adrian transformed our front and back yards. They and their team were a delight to work with - organized, friendly, and responsive. Our project was finished early and on budget. We could not be happier with it! **Comment from earth and sole:** > Thank you for the review, it was an absolute pleasure working with you and we hope you are enjoying your new landscaping! ## Selected projects - [SOUTHWOOD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southwood-pj-vj~7751781) - Location: Toronto, ON - Photos: 33 - Description: Designing and creating this backyard resort for this young family was the highlight of our season. Between demanding schedules and busy family life, our clients wanted a place to land, decompress, and enjoy as a private escape with family and friends. Complete with a sauna, hot tub, outdoor shower, putting green, gas firepit, outdoor TV, and spacious lounging and entertaining areas, this backyard has everything you could ever need! Beautiful natural stone, composite decking, corten steel, cedar… - [QUEEN VICTORIA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/queen-victoria-pj-vj~7585913) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - Description: We loved collaborating with these clients on their front and backyard landscaping! The new landscaping is an extension of their beautiful custom home. The backyard is truly an urban outdoor oasis for lounging and entertaining with a flagstone patio, walkways, and gardens that contain unique features like a boulder, a water fountain, and art from the clients previous homes. The gardens are small but impactful planted with katsura and eastern redbud trees, pyramidal boxwood, moss, thyme, and a var… - [LEUTY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leuty-pj-vj~7896241) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [GLEN MANOR](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-manor-pj-vj~6747822) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - Description: This gorgeous beaches area multi-level backyard got a major overhaul. Though some of the main elements remained the same, e.g. the pool, hot tub, and interlocking patio, most of the landscaping was updated for an overdue contemporary revamp. Large old wood retaining walls were replaced with corten steel, a section of the interlocking patio was removed at the end of the pool and replaced with a cedar grade level deck, stone steps were built in leading to the back entrance, large corten planter bo… - [WILLIAMSON](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/williamson-pj-vj~6419011) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - Description: Nice curves is what we have to say about this makeover! We love the unique features in this backyard like the beautiful cedar curved deck and the Asian style privacy screen. A driveway space that could also be used as an upper patio, 2 tucked away storage sheds, and zen gardens also complete this space. A year later we expanded and planted new front gardens and added in a flagstone path to the back gate. \*See client review Fumi. - [FRIZZELL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/frizzell-pj-vj~6378618) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: We loved working with these clients to create this super inviting and relaxing backyard! We especially love...the curved lines, the mix of modern and rustic materials, the separate living areas, and the lush gardens. This project included; rough white cedar horizontal fencing, Wiarton flagstone patio, jumbo flagstone and pea gravel walkway and firepit area, corten flexi garden edge, wide cedar steps off the back door, a simple post arbour to divide the space, all surrounded by perennial gardens,… - [MCGEE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mcgee-pj-vj~5028410) - Location: Toronto, ON - Photos: 8 - Description: Curb appeal to the max! Lush desert style gardens, custom corten steel containers that also act as retaining walls, cedar walkway and fence, and a Wiarton stone path and steps make this a front yard to swoon over! \*Featured on Houzz and in Designlines magazine! - [CADORNA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cadorna-pj-vj~6747829) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Modern front and backyard makeover in East York. As often the case with new builds, the landscaping is left unfinished, in this case there was existing lawns and some fencing, so the landscaping was pretty much a blank slate for this contemporary home with sunny yards. Front yard: A large front lawn was replaced with contemporary gardens in pea gravel surrounded by corten steel edging. A low cedar deck was added to give the owners a place to sit out front. A flagstone path was put in for access… - [OLIVE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/olive-pj-vj~1956303) - Location: Toronto, ON - Photos: 10 - Description: Modern backyard makeover in the Annex. Beautiful detailed wood features and natural stone patio with corten steel edge. Designed by Tafler Rylett Architects, installed by earth and sole. Front yard- Natural stone path, cedar steps and retaining wall, gardens and unique metal bike rack. Photographer Andrew C Schaefer. Bike rack and metal railings Hogtown Sheet Metal. - [HOGARTH](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hogarth-pj-vj~7896246) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [BUDWEIZER STAGE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/budweizer-stage-pj-vj~7499187) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: We supply, plant, and maintain summer container plantings at Bud Stage for each year for their concert season. Plantings are carefully selected for colour themes and to withstand the elements at this location. Plants are watered and maintained weekly by Dad! - [SAWDEN](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sawden-pj-vj~7588397) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: We love how dividing up this backyard into multiple outdoor spaces changed the look of this long narrow property. A low deck at one end and a flagstone patio at the other create two separate and distinct outdoor lounging options. A lush middle garden with a path connects the two areas and offers pretty green views from either end. An upper level back garden adds more green space easily viewed from the house and provides a welcome entrance from the back parking area. - [HIAWATHA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hiawatha-pj-vj~6995035) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: We love this farmhouse style house and it's new front and backyards. A new low porch, curved flagstone path, and new gardens set off by a corten garden edge in the front yard make for some very inviting neighbourhood curb appeal! The best is we live close by and walk by often and enjoy seeing the front garden grow! The backyard was a complete makeover with new fencing, large flagstone patio, composite deck with hot tub, and gardens with corten steel edging. A great space for the whole family to… - [HEWARD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/heward-pj-vj~7357123) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: This Leslieville backyard is a multi functional urban oasis. It includes a flagstone patio big enough for dining and relaxing, long back porch steps for easy transition outside and perfect for extra seating, new privacy fencing, gardens, a shed, and an automatic roll up door for a private pea gravel parking area that can also double as an extra lounge space. \*See review Sue Green - [FLOYD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/floyd-pj-vj~7588396) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: This modern multi space backyard is the perfect oasis for family and friends to enjoy! The one level backyard is divided up into three areas: a low profile cedar deck for cooking and dining, a patio for comfy lounging, and a trampoline area with additional green space and a back storage shed. A small garden space between the deck and patio softens the hardscaping and makes for pretty green views from wherever you are sitting. Contributing to the modern vibes are large spaced flagstone slabs join… - [INWOOD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/inwood-pj-vj~6279355) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: We love this modern makeover of this small backyard. Great lines and visual interest with the mix of horizontal and vertical custom cut fencing and pergola. This project also included a flagstone patio, gardens with columnar beech trees, porch redo, BBQ landing, pea gravel and flagstone walkway, and gate. It is now a usable and stylish space for this young family to enjoy! \*Featured in Women's Day! - [SILVERWOOD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silverwood-pj-vj~1245161) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: Forest Hill Backyard Makeover- From interlocking and non-inviting to full urban retreat and entertaining space! Custom cedar entrance gate, Banas rectangular patio, low profile cedar deck meeting patio grade, sod, gardens, containers, outdoor LED lighting, and Brussels block drive in subway style pattern. See Review doctorondisk. - [WITHROW](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/withrow-pj-vj~7357121) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: This property backs onto a ravine and we were able to extend the backyard and create a firepit area with a view! This sunken lounge area and see through cable railings make you feel like you are right in the forest! A new upper deck with BBQ area, new fencing, low profile deck and gardens complete this space and offer multi level living areas. \*See review Dave Cameron - [Courcelette 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courcelette-1-pj-vj~7674299) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [WOODFIELD 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodfield-2-pj-vj~5403492) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: A complete front and backyard makeover for this beautiful home. In the back: an extra large L-shaped low profile deck with built in LED lighting, a shade sail, large natural rocks, gardens, a path to the shed, and a large planter box for veggies. A great spot for large family gatherings and for an the outdoor wedding these clients hosted in September! The front includes a modern flagstone path, gardens, retaining wall, new sod and gate. Both front and back complete with sprinkler system to keep… [See all 88 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/earth-and-sole-pfvwus-pf~1543584341) ## Ideabooks - [FEATURED ON HOUZZ!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122338668/list/featured-on-houzz) — 13 ideas - [FELSTEAD](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/185660558/list/felstead) — 9 ideas - [Crossovers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/185210282/list/crossovers) — 3 ideas - [Empire](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183909812/list/empire) — 21 ideas - [screens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183259669/list/screens) — 7 ideas - [kent](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183259377/list/kent) — 2 ideas - [McKayfield](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/183247647/list/mckayfield) — 4 ideas - [Balsam](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182505584/list/balsam) — 7 ideas - [LEUTY](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182485466/list/leuty) — 13 ideas - [Leslie](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182287873/list/leslie) — 5 ideas - [SOUTHWOOD](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/177820500/list/southwood) — 11 ideas - [Courcelette](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/179194237/list/courcelette) — 3 ideas - [CURRIE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178453549/list/currie) — 3 ideas - [PARKMOUNT](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/177202906/list/parkmount) — 4 ideas - [PHENIX](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/176960873/list/phenix) — 4 ideas - [ASHDALE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/173732743/list/ashdale) — 2 ideas - [CRAVEN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/170220645/list/craven) — 2 ideas - [SAWDEN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/170092435/list/sawden) — 3 ideas - [Earl Grey](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/165857077/list/earl-grey) — 3 ideas - [hot tubs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59607925/list/hot-tubs) — 15 ideas [See all 51 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/earthandsole) ## Community Q&A **Q: front door - orange** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the paint colour? It works beautifully. I too have blue siding A: We love the colour too! Unfortunately I do not have information on the exact colour. **Q: where’d you get the cute white picnic table?** *(in Photo Questions)* hello! where’d you get the cute white picnic table? A: hi i'm sorry we don't know, our client purchased it some time ago **Q: Where did you purchase the lovely containers?** *(in Photo Questions)* Where did you purchase the lovely containers for the plants A: they are custom fabricated corten steel from hogtown sheet metal in toronto **Q: Is this banas stone?** *(in Photo Questions)* Is this banas stone and what colour is it? Thanks! A: yes banas slate grey **Q: Type of wood** *(in Photo Questions)* Would like to know what type of wood is used for the fence? A: cedar boards stained with sansin **Q: What was the cost for this inviting landscape?** *(in Photo Questions)* This is exactly what I want for my backyard space! Any details of this inviting space relative to the approximate cost for materials and labor for the lanai. A: About 30-35K for all backyard landscaping in total- fence and shed not included --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*