--- title: "Conscious Environments Inc. — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/conscious-environments-inc-pfvwus-pf~1577420188 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1577420188.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Conscious Environments Inc." category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/31b317b601103187_8300-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "22605 La Palma Ave, Suite 510, Yorba Linda, California 92887, United States" latitude: 33.8841 longitude: -117.7304 phone: "(714) 866-9485" website: http://www.conscious-environments.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 120 years_in_business: 17 best_of_houzz_awards: 12 followers: 373 last_updated: 2026-08-17 --- # Conscious Environments Inc. > Orange County's Premier Full Service Landscape Firm Original Houzz profile: [Conscious Environments Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/conscious-environments-inc-pfvwus-pf~1577420188) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Yorba Linda, CA - **Serves:** Sacramento, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Irvine, Rancho Cucamonga, Corona, Fullerton, Orange, Costa Mesa, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Lake Forest, Tustin, Folsom, Upland, Chino Hills, Eastvale, Yorba Linda, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente, La Habra, Diamond Bar, Hacienda Heights, Placentia, Rowland Heights, Brea, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, La Verne, Walnut, North Tustin, Portola Hills, Villa Park, Trabuco Canyon, El Drorado Hills, Laguna, Tahoe-Reno - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (120 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2015–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Eco-friendly - 17 years in business - Responds Quickly ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - 17 years in business - Eco-friendly - Responds Quickly We are a southern California based Landscape Architecture & Construction firm now serving northern California & the Tahoe-Reno areas. We specialize in landscape & architectural design, master planning, landscapes, pools, & indoor/ outdoor living spaces. We are a licensed general, landscape, and pool construction company offering both landscape and pool maintenance services in addition to our custom design services. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Pool Landscaping - Custom Fire Pits - Swimming Pool Design - Custom Water Features - Gazebo Design & Construction - Pond Construction - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Natural Swimming Pools - Artificial Living Walls - 3D Renderings - Architectural Design and Drafting - BBQ Islands - Balcony Design & Construction - California Rooms - Construction Drawings - Custom Fireplaces - House Additions - Interior Remodel - Masonry - Masterplans - Outdoor Kitchens - Patio Covers - Putting Green - Retaining Walls - Synthetic Lawn - Trellis Construction ### Areas Served - Sacramento - Anaheim - Santa Ana - Irvine - Rancho Cucamonga - Corona - Fullerton - Orange - Costa Mesa - Mission Viejo - Newport Beach - Lake Forest - Tustin - Folsom - Upland - Chino Hills - Eastvale - Yorba Linda - Laguna Niguel - San Clemente - La Habra - Diamond Bar - Hacienda Heights - Placentia - Rowland Heights - Brea - San Juan Capistrano - Dana Point - La Verne - Walnut - North Tustin - Portola Hills - Villa Park - Trabuco Canyon - El Drorado Hills - Laguna - Tahoe-Reno ### Typical Job Cost $50,000 - 750,000 $50,000 - 750,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Conscious Environments Inc. | | Address | 22605 La Palma Ave, Suite 510, Yorba Linda, California 92887, United States | | Phone | (714) 866-9485 | | Website | http://www.conscious-environments.com | | License Number | CA\# 902395; NV\# 85206 | | Years in business | 17 | | Followers on Houzz | 373 | **Social profiles:** - Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/ce\_design\_build/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Conscious Environments Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/conscious-environments-inc-pfvwus-pf~1577420188) - **Website:** http://www.conscious-environments.com - **Phone:** (714) 866-9485 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 12 awards (2015–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 120 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 48.0 - Communication: 47.0 - Value: 47.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — Jamie Smith, May 2024** > This was the easiest project I could have imagined - There were workers here every day at 7 am and worked full days, every inspection was passed on the first try, the workers are extremely hard working, professional, and have excellent skills. I couldn’t have asked for better results. I highly recommend Conscious Environments and I’m so, so glad I found them. Thank you Josh, Matt, Dan, Angel, Abraham, and all the excellent sub-contractors! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, Jamie for sharing your experience! We're very happy to hear of your satisfaction with the process, our team, and finished product. We also had a great experience working with you and we couldn't be more pleased with the end results. We look forward to maintaining our relations with you and please don't hesitate to reach out if have any questions and/ or concerns with our work and the components of the project. Wishing you all the best! ### All 120 reviews **★★★★★ — HU-688577521, Nov. 2025** > We are very happy with the work completed by Conscious Environments and their incredible team. Their design input completely transformed our front yard and resolved critical drainage issues in our back yard. Their crews were exceptional and maintained a clean and organized work site. Craftsmanship was top-notch. Our neighbors also like the look of our new front yard. We highly recommend Josh and Matt and the entire team at Conscious Environments for your next landscape project. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Mike and Cindy for your comments and sharing your experience. We appreciate the opportunity to design and build your project and look forward to working with you again as the need arises. If you ever have any questions or need anything addressed, please don't hesitate to reach out. We hope you continue to enjoy these landscape improvements for many years. **★★★★★ — James XXXXXX, Dec. 2023** > I am writing this review to share our positive experience with Conscious Environments, a company that designed and remodeled our entire home landscaping. We hired them (December 2021) after browsing Houzz.com, we were not disappointed. > > The entire team from Conscious Environments was professional, courteous, and attentive to our needs and preferences. They listened to our ideas (anchored around a Struxture patio cover with Phantom shades to control the elements) and incorporated them into a stunning design that matched our vision. They also suggested some creative and practical solutions that enhanced the functionality and aesthetics of our outdoor space. They completed the project on time and on budget Summer 2022. > > We are very happy with the results. Our home landscaping has been transformed into a beautiful and inviting oasis that we enjoy every day. We have received many compliments from our neighbors and friends, and we recommend Conscious Environments to anyone who asks. They are truly experts in their field, and we are grateful for their excellent work. They remain responsive to the occasional warranty item, which we find extremely valuable! > > If you are looking for a reliable and talented company to design and remodel your home landscaping, look no further than Conscious Environments. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, James, for sharing your experience! We're very appreciative that you gave us the opportunity to design and build your project and we are pleased with the end results. Your patience and understanding throughout the process made it a great experience for us, too! We hope you continue to enjoy your new backyard features for years to come! **★★★★★ — Bill Grunau, Dec. 2023** > The Conscious Environments team did a fantastic job on the front and back yard of our new home in Great Park, Irvine. They took their time to understand our tastes and goals for the yards, prepared detailed plans and reviewed them with us, made changes after reviewing the plans, then prepared an estimate, and then did the construction. Overall we are very happy with the process and especially the result. We highly recommend them as a landscaping design and build firm. > Bill Grunau **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, Bill, for your comments and, thank you for providing us the opportunity to design and build your project. It was a pleasure working with you and Cerisa and we are happy that your pleased with both the service and product. We wish you all the best and look forward to addressing any questions and/ or concerns as they may arise in the future. **★★★★★ — jomanderson, Dec. 2023** > We are extremely happy working with the Conscious Environment team. Matt, Dan and the entire crew were professional and focused on every detail of our hillside project. We look forward to starting phase 2. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, Joann for sharing your experience. We are greatly appreciative of the opportunity to have worked with you and Greg and thank you for your business. We enjoyed the process and collaboration with you and are pleased with the outcome of the project. We look forward to phase 2 as well. **★★★★★ — Emily Goldenberg, Dec. 2023** > We absolutely love our patio renovation that Josh, Matt, and their stellar team created. Throughout the process they were respectful of our budget and concerns and they guided us in selecting designs and materials that worked for our small space. Their crew was extremely courteous, professional, and tidy. Their attention to detail was impeccable resulting in gorgeous tile work in our outdoor kitchen, a beautifully tiled patio floor, a new stucco wall that the neighbors envy, and a hardwood partition that really pops in our space and gives us the privacy we were aiming for. Even since the project was completed, Matt has always been quick to respond to questions. We would absolutely work with Conscious Environments again! **★★★★★ — HU-942620994, Dec. 2023** > Conscious Environments did a fantastic job helping us to remodel our home. It was a big project and we are so happy with the end result. Their work was excellent and we cannot say enough good things about them. We would highly recommend hiring them. Josh and Ryan were wonderful to work with. > Debby and Barry R. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, Debby for hiring us for your project. We're pleased to hear that you are happy with our work and service. Please don't ever hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. Wishing you all the best! **★★★★★ — Tim R., Dec. 2023** > We recently had the pleasure of working with Conscious Environments to transform our backyard into an oasis of relaxation and entertainment. > > From the initial consultation on design (we used them for design and construction) to the final touches, the team at Conscious Environments exhibited unparalleled professionalism and attention to detail. Josh's commitment to customer satisfaction was evident throughout the entire process. He was communicative, transparent and ensured that our vision was not only met, but exceeded. > > Matt's design expertise truly set our project apart. He took the time to understand our preferences and tastes and deal with the HOA in our community. He suggested how we could stay without our budget, which was truly helpful. The result? Our backyard (which we refer to as our "retreat" now) is the envy of the neighborhood and our friends and family, and we're spending more time outdoors than ever before. Who doesn't like sitting by a warm firepit and night with a drink in hand and great conversation? Or taking a dip in the spa after a long day of work? We certainly do now! > > From the large spa with the waterfall and fire bowls to the pergola with BBQ island to the firepit and amazing grass inlaid concrete, this is a visually stunning outdoor space that perfectly utilizes what a smaller backyard is capable of. Even almost a year after our project's completion, they helped us with a few minor issues we needed to resolve. Talk about customer service! If you are looking into a remodel of your backyard, big or small, do yourself a favor and call the team at Conscious Environments. You'll be glad you did. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Tim, for taking the time to share your experience! We truly enjoyed the collaborative process and working with you closely to make sure your expectations were met. You were a great client to work for and appreciate your understanding and patience throughout the process as we know it can be overwhelming at times especially when there are issues to resolve. We hope you and your family continue to enjoy your backyard for years to come and we'll be here if you ever have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your business and entrusting us with your design and construction needs! **★★★★★ — magray99, March 2023** > Competent honest technical professionals. There’s a reason that CE has so many five star reviews; their work is excellent and the price is fair. > > My particular project included remodeling every square inch of my lot including a new pool, patio, bathroom, hardscape, landscape, driveway, sound system, generator with transfer switch, lighting etc. > > I’ll bottom line it for you, hire them. If I had to do this project all over again, I would. **★★★★★ — Lance Huante, Dec. 2022** > The Conscious team did an incredible reinvention of our entire landscape at our primary residence in 2015 and have always been available for ongoing maintenance since that time. Then earlier this year we had a major pool deck drainage issue at one of our secondary homes and reached out to Conscious to see if they could help. This was a very unsexy job, so I would have fully understood if they passed on this request, but instead, they gave us their undivided attention, designed an efficient cost-effective solution, and executed it in a timely manner. The result looks great and so far the new drainage system is capturing the rainwater perfectly. Josh, Matt, Dan and team are amazing and I definitely recommend them for anyone who wants beautiful work that is done right! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Lance, for sharing your experience. We've enjoyed our continued relationship with you over the years and are glad that we can continue to provide services. Thank you for continuing to consider our services and trust us with your project needs. Look forward to working with you on the next project! **★★★★★ — Brittany Lynn, Dec. 2022** > Conscious Environments made our small yard seem like paradise. We had tiles, a hot tub, artificial turf, and plants/planters installed with irrigation and it went smoother than we expected for a construction project. Their workers kept our yard clean even while they worked and everyone was very professional and friendly. Everything was straight forward and explained to us - excellent communication. **★★★★★ — Sierra Sustainable Builders, Dec. 2022** > Conscious Environments has been a pleasure to work with. They have supported several very complicated projects for us over the last 3 years. Their service is complete from design through execution, landscape, pool, mechanical, lighted rail systems, an outdoor bar, etc. They have vision and bring an aesthetic quality few can deliver. Thank you Josh and your team for all the support on these important projects! **★★★★★ — J J, Dec. 2022** > We found CE after a long search for almost two years. We completed our interior remodel with another company a few years back and the terrible experience left us traumatized. We were hesitant to make our next big decision. > We initially met with Josh and found him to be easy to communicate with and he seems like a nice, honest guy. After meeting Matt, we decided to give the project to CE. We never regretted our decision. > We had a complete outdoor remodel plus overhaul of the lap pool. It was a huge project. Matt was very responsive and answer our questions and concerns in a timely manner. He dealt with our HOA beautifully. > Obviously, a project of this magnitude has unexpected issues, but Matt and Dan worked diligently and took care of them. > CE did an excellent job of creating the landscape with our request in mind. We appreciate their professional work ethic and their quality workmanship. > Our project was completed more than a year ago. They still respond to my calls and come out to help us to trouble shoot a few problems. I know Ryan left the company, but I want to mention that he is a wonderful person and a joy to work with. > I rarely do reviews, but CE earned this 5-star rating. Hire them! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Hi Judy, we greatly appreciate you taking the time to write this review. We understand that projects such as yours can be overwhelming in scope and that hiring a company whom you can trust to guide you through the process is important. Thank you for choosing us to be that company for you. We know there was a lot to figure out and not everything always goes as planned, but your patience and ease to work with throughout the process is appreciated. Ultimately, the collaboration resulted in a great project and we look forward to being of service as the need arises. **★★★★★ — Eric, Dec. 2022** > We worked with Conscious Environments for a lakefront pool and deck project at our motel in Tahoe. Josh was the lead designer and assisted from the early stage on conceptual drawings as well as technical, code-specific planning. Their team was a pleasure to work with - they were timely, efficient, thorough, and creative throughout the entire process. The pool and deck are now complete and everything came out great! We couldn't have pulled this off as smoothly without Conscious Environments and highly recommend them. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Eric, for sharing your experience. It was a unique project and a lot to get through with the county and TRPA and glad that we were able to be of service. We enjoyed working with you, management, and ownership and look forward to any future services we may be able to provide. Wishing you all the best! **★★★★★ — William Brownlie, Dec. 2022** > We had a very unusual need and Conscious Environments did an outstanding job in helping us meet it. We have an unusual, terraced backyard and the middle terrace was unused with nothing but weeds. They turned it into a beautiful recreation area with mini golf holes, a bocce ball court, a patio, and a play structure for our grandchildren. Matt and Ryan were very responsive and great to work with. A+, an absolutely beautiful job, well done. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, Bill for your kind comments. It was a pleasure working with you through the entire design to build process and we greatly appreciate your business. We hope that your new garden brings you much enjoyment and look forward to providing our services as the need arises. **★★★★★ — Jason T, Dec. 2021** > Worked with this firm at the start of the pandemic--9+ mos very large home expansion and outdoor living space project having Matt, Dan, and crew on our property every day. From the architecture design, to the landscaping, down to the conduit routing, and color coordination--they were top-notch in everything. They were very professional, were excellent at problem solving, and great to work with. > Go with CE if you want it done right. **★★★★★ — jdesbans, Dec. 2021** > We had an excellent experience with Josh and his team. Our needs were just on the creative design side and the team did a terrific job getting to know us in terms of preferences and style. They considered every aspect including functional flow, aesthetics, HOA requirements and cost. They delivered a 2D and 3D plan which was the basis for all of our work (we are a family of do-it-yourselfers). And Josh made himself available for questions and vendors suggestions as we progressed with our construction. We would use Conscious Environments again if we have the need. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you, Judy for sharing your experience. We were glad that we were able to address your design needs and we'll do our best to make ourselves available for any future questions or design assistance you may have. **★★★★★ — Tina England, Nov. 2021** > We used Conscious Environments for our backyard and pool remodel early in 2021. They were excellent. They came recommended to us by some friends and our general contractor. Josh and Matt (with CE) worked seamlessly with our GC. Their scope was overall backyard design and when it came to construction, specifically the pool and the hardscape. > > Our project consisted of a complete demo of the back yard to remove multi levels, relocating pool equipment, adding a Baja step and creating a feature wall along the back underutilized area of the yard. > > The best advice we received from our friends was to accept whatever Josh and Matt suggest, 'just do it'. They have an eye for design, layout, aesthetics, all while keeping an eye on the budget. On this side of the remodel, we couldn’t agree more. > > The entire project followed the projected timeline and within reason regarding the budget. There are always glitches in construction, but we never had the feeling like we were being nickel and dimed - communication was excellent. There were no surprises on the completion of the project. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Tina for your kind comments and sharing your experience with the Houzz community. It's a great reward to hear that our clients are happy not only with our service, but the end results. Our team enjoyed working with you and Ken and we appreciated your patience throughout the process. We hope that your newly remodeled backyard brings much enjoyment for years to come! **★★★★★ — James Richard Boyd, Oct. 2021** > If you like creative, awe inspiring designs, and high quality work, then Conscience environments is a great choice! We did a pretty large project (for us) and we couldn't be happier with how it all turned out. > > We renovated our yard around our entire house. We took a mud pit back yard and turned it into modern pool / hot tub combo with tile wall and water fountain. They did an amazing job of utilizing the space. We have a raised wooden deck on one side with a BBQ island, tile on the other side, cool white stones separating large tiles, and a sunken fire pit area with it's own fountains...and lush tropical greenery throughout. They finished 2 years ago, and each visitor we get is always blown away when they walk into our back yard...we see a lot of wives elbowing their husbands with that "we need to renovate our yard" look :-) > > We had gotten 3 sketches from other good companies, and they were all fine...but kind of stock-standard. We felt like it would look like every other house with a pool/hot tub / grill. When we met Josh, we told him we wanted something unique, and our style was kinda "south beach / palm springs Chic". He came back with some thing no one else had come close to. It was an easy decision to want that kind of back yard. > > It was during a rainy winter, so there were delays. We get that, but they could have communicated a little better about it...they admitted as much. We had some surprises along the way in how some items looked as they came to life, and to their credit, they were extremely accommodating. While they said our satisfaction was really important, it actually felt like that was the case. You can tell Matt takes great pride in what they do. > > They have checked in on us a few times since the project was completed, and even come back to help address some things that they didn't have to. > > They were not the most expensive, but they were not the cheapest either. But we were spending over $300K, so a few thousand more for that right product, and the enjoyment we get every time we walk outside is worth it for us. > > As I've told them, if we end of doing more work, or in a house that needs a yard project, we would absolutely call them. I might try and include something in the contract about deadlines, but we trust them...and as more people see our yard, they point out quality elements we weren't even aware of. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Jim for sharing your experience and expressing your satisfaction in our work. We enjoyed working with you and Larissa and are very pleased with the end results. We also appreciated your patience throughout the process and are striving to improve our operations and timeliness with our projects. We appreciate your honest feedback. **★ — J N, Aug. 2021** > Too busy to care... > We hired Matt and Josh in November of 2020 for a California room addition and overall facelift of our backyard. We finally fired them mid August of 2021 after giving them almost $12,000 for “concept plans and construction plans” . They disappeared when we had trouble getting plans through the HOA and charged us ridiculous amounts to revise plans (hourly like an attorney) when half of the revisions were their own omissions or errors. Josh never lost an opportunity to tell us how busy they were and made excuses after excuses for delays like his phone running out of battery, forgetting appointments because he was driving out to Big Bear for the weekend, moving offices etc etc. When I finally tried to pin him down he got defensive, swore and turned the project over to his partner. 9 months later once we finally fired them we they sent us partial construction plans (contract said 7-10 days). We wasted 9 months and 12k on these guys... Don’t fall for the slick salesman pitch they give you! **★★★★★ — Bhavesh Bhagat, April 2021** > We found Conscious Environments Inc on the Houzz app. We were instantly impressed with the professionalism from our initial call and the follow-up meeting at our house. Josh and Matt designed a beautiful modern backyard of our dreams. We loved the 3-D video they created to help us envision the final product. Within days, they gave us a quote that was shocking to us (in a good way!). We received 2 other quotes (with inferior designs) from competitors, yet Conscious Environments came out 10-15% cheaper. So, we went with them and it turned out to be one of the best decisions of our life. They sent 3-5 workers 6 days a week that made the entire project completed in 5 months. They cleaned up after every single day they were there so our yard never really looked messy or dirty. Once completed, our front and backyards looked amazing. We got constant compliments from all our neighbors and friends. Our backyard is now an entertainment paradise for our family and friends. Big shout-out to Matt (the project manager) who always was courteous, informative and responsive. He always texted, emailed, and called back when we inquired about something. We couldn't be happier with Conscious Environments! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you for sharing your experience Bobby. We enjoyed working with you and your family to design and build your project. Complex projects such as yours can be time consuming with the amount of decisions that need to be made and we greatly appreciate your patience throughout the process. We're very pleased with end results and look forward to be a resource for any questions and/ or projects that may arise. Thank you for your business and trust in us! **★★★★★ — Stephen Jones, Jan. 2021** > Location: Orange, CA > Project amount: $40-50k > The guys did a great job on remodeling my front yard. They are currently working on another project at my house. Matt communicates well throughout the process. Thanks to the CE team! **★★★★★ — Ryan Burt, Dec. 2020** > We have worked directly and indirectly with Josh, Matt, Dan and the rest of the team at Conscious Environments for nearly a decade. Their dedication to customer satisfaction, both in service and design, is a quality that stands out amongst their competitors. Josh and the rest of the design staff have been able to consistently produce excellent interior and exterior concepts and buildable construction plan sets for years. On top of producing great design work they’re also excellent builders. Matt (Project manager) and Dan (Construction superintendent) work together striving to make sure that their projects are built to everyone’s expectations. It has been a pleasure working with Josh, Matt, Dan and the rest of the C.E. staff and I would highly recommend them to anybody. **★★★★★ — Tim Redmond, Dec. 2020** > Josh's design on the front yard (hardscape and plants/trees) was the perfect compliment to our recent home front facelift/room expansion. We continue to receive compliments on the beauty of our home, as well as requests from relators and passers-by as to who we used as a contractor. We are always pleased to refer them to Conscious Environments and to the professional care and attention to detail from Josh and Matt. We loved their work so much, they are beginning our even bigger project in the backyard. Can't wait for the finished product! **★★★★★ — HU-360736660, Nov. 2020** > I would like to share our experience with Conscious Environments. We hired them for a Design/Build remodel of our backyard. The scope included Patio Cover, BBQ bar, Lighting and Irrigation. They worked with us refining the scope and budget to meet our needs, dealt with the HOA and city permits. Their design concept was excellent and met our entertainment goals. We love the work they performed and quality of workmanship. Communication is vital to the success of any project. Conscious Environments did an excellent job letting us know the status throughout. It was an excellent experience and would highly recommend them. Great Job! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Ed for sharing your experience and for the opportunity to design and build your project. We enjoyed working with you and look forward to any further opportunities to work with you again. **★★★★ — Jimmy Hou, July 2020** > Matt is reliable and great to work with. I enjoyed working with Matt's team and Conscious Environments Inc is a trust worthy company. **★★★★★ — Stacy Owens, May 2020** > Conscious Environments delivered superior service and workmanship. We were so relieved that our job went so smoothly. Our contractor, Matt Rodriguez was reliable and professional throughout the project. He was very attentive to all of our concerns and addressed everything timely. The crew worked very efficiently, kept a safe workspace, and cleaned up everyday. The end result was exactly what we had hoped for. Couldn't have been more pleased! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Stacy for your comments and sharing your experience. We're very appreciative that we had the opportunity to design and build your project. We enjoyed working with you and your family and hope that this new renovation brings you much enjoyment. **★★★★★ — Joyce Jung, May 2020** > Our project consisted of removal & replacement of all decking, replacement of Pebbletec in pool, and re-landscaping. Matt (Proj.Mgr.) was very professional & always available to answer questions, explain in detail what to expect, and resolve any problems. After the job was completed, there were still some minor items to be fixed -- Matt and his crew were right there to take care of it. Love our new backyard! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Joyce for your kind comments and giving us the opportunity to design and build your project. We enjoyed working with you and your family and hope that your new pool and surrounding features becomes a great space for you to entertain and relax! **★★★★ — Laura Santora, March 2020** > We are VERY pleased with our how front yard makeover (plus new front deck) turned out! We absolutely LOVE our new space and how it flows from the inside of our home into our beautiful deck and front yard. It was even featured in a magazine! All materials arrived before the project started and the crew arrived on time every day and worked hard. The logistics were very well done and everything moved pretty quickly. Those elements of timeliness and professionalism were quite refreshing. In addition we had a few small issues after the project was completed and Conscious Environments did not hesitate to send someone out to get them fixed and ensure we were satisfied. The only reason we give 4 stars instead of 5 is updates or alterations through the process could be a bit frustrating. But all in all we're ecstatic with the final product and level of customer care we received. We look forward to enjoying our front deck and front yard makeover from Conscious Environments for many years to come :) **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Laura & Kevin for sharing your comments about your experience with us. We are very appreciative to have had the opportunity to design & build your garden and enjoyed working with you both. We hope that you continue to enjoy your garden for years to come and look forward to continuing our relations with you. We are always here to address any questions or concerns you might have. **★★★★★ — ERIC ANDERSON, Dec. 2019** > Josh, Matt, Dan and Team are truly amazing! > > When I started the process of looking for a contractor to work with for my backyard remodel I was determined not make the same mistake that I did with my inside remodel. That mistake was choosing the wrong contractor for the job. After I met with both Josh/Matt, had the chance to see past projects in person, and had a chance to speak with past clients I knew I had found the right company to work with. Conscious Environments stood out from all the other contractors I interviewed from the very get go. I am so happy I chose C.E. because they over delivered and exceeded my expectations. The key things that stood out to me and why they are so deserving of a 5-Star rating is because of the following: very professional, great communicators, flexible, stayed within budget, no surprise cost changes during the project, quality material, amazing design and eye for layout, clean & courteous crews, skilled craftsmanship, followed project timeline within reason, and just great to work with. > Me and my family could not be happier with the process, construction, and final product of our remodel. Josh, Matt, Dan and team built us the backyard we always dreamed of. > There is no doubt I will be calling up Josh and Matt when it comes time to do my front yard remodel. They are truly the best in the business. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Eric & Trina for giving us the opportunity to design & build your project. We're glad to know that this improvement to your property is bringing you much enjoyment and use. We look forward to not only continuing to build our friendship with you, but our professional one as well by having the opportunity to provide maintenance services. Thank you again for sharing your experience! **★★★★★ — Brian Edwards, Dec. 2019** > Conscious Environments Inc. produces high-quality work and stands out above the rest! Josh Duncan (President/Owner) did an incredible job with our backyard project that consisted of an in-ground pool, above ground hot tub, decking, Duralum pergola, drainage, decorative rock, etc. Working with Josh and his crew was a pleasure. He and his crew were nothing but respectful to our family as well as our neighbors during the construction project for our pool and backyard. I was able to interview other pool builders in the Reno, NV area and Conscious Environments Inc., hands down, was the best choice for us. This company comes highly recommended by me and my family. Thank you Josh Duncan and the rest of the Conscious Environments Inc. crew!! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Brian for expressing your satisfaction with our work and sharing your thoughts about your experience with us. It was a real pleasure working with you and Heather and we appreciate the opportunity you gave us to design & build your project. Your project came together nicely and hope that your pool and surrounding features provide a great venue to entertain and relax for years to come. We look forward to not only continuing our working relationship, but friendship as well! **★★★★★ — Dale Patrick, Dec. 2019** > Josh Duncan (Design) & Matt Rodriguez (Project Management) make a great team! Their dedicated efforts and creative ideas brought our visions to life. It was easy to work with them throughout the entire project, while their construction team produced high quality work. We've received many compliments from friends and family, who have been able to enjoy with us our new 'California Room'. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Dale & Kim for being amazing clients to work for. We enjoyed designing and building your project and couldn't be happier with the results. We're are very glad that this new addition to your property has truly brought you from the indoors to the outdoors and is meeting your entertaining and relaxation needs. We look forward to continuing our relations with you and your family. **★★★★★ — Sam Kassar, Oct. 2019** > Amazing, original, and detailed designs. We had gone through several design companies and contractors that basically had the same plain design until we found Josh. Years later we are still amazed on how it all came together **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Sam for sharing your experience and we enjoyed working with you. We're glad that you're happy with the way things turned out! **★★★★★ — Fran Helms, Oct. 2019** > Josh, Matt and team did a really nice job with the design for our back yard. We selected Josh because he really "got" our style, from our first conversation. They introduced ideas we hadn't even thought of, and were very professional and easy to work with. We love the design they came up with. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Fran for giving us the opportunity to design your project. We're glad that you're happy with the outcome as so are we. We hope that you continue to enjoy your new garden and pool! **★★★★★ — Tom Phillips, June 2019** > We contacted with Concious Enviroments after an extensivse review of contractors including design/build approach and just build only. > > We encountered Conscious through a review of the Houzz website. We were intially impressed with both the number of reviews posted and the comments about their work and service. > > We decided to use Conscious on a design/build approach where we could have the option of bidding out following the design phase. We liked the ideas and concepts of Josh Duncan on design. Josh is the owner of the firm. We felt it was important to develop a relationship with the firm that would ultimately do the work and was also very conversant with the design specs. Just bidding it out in our opinion would not afford us the opportunity to get a good feel of the firm. > > We did a complete redo of our front and backyards including hardscape and softscape. Key elements included a California Patio, stone work, concrete work, fireplace, BBQ Island, Water Fountain, irrigation, draninage and ligting. They also worked with us to develop a planting design plan that met our taste and fit the space and look we wanted. > > Key people on the construction phase of the project were Matt (project manager) and Dan (job superintendent). They were very responsive and cordial to work with and fascilitated with project issues that came up during construction. Our project lasted six months and the quality of work was high. They really know the landscape business. > > They probably are not on the low side of costs but as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for. > > We never second guessed our decision to go with this firm. Josh was always available to assist on issues and questions during the course of construction. > > Tom P. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Tom for sharing your experience and giving us the opportunity to design & build your project. Your patience throughout the process was appreciated and we couldn't be more pleased with the final results. You and Marie were great clients to work for and we look forward to continuing our relationship with you. **★★★★★ — Donna Buxton, March 2019** > It isn't often that you hear someone say that nothing went wrong on their construction project. We hired Conscious Environments for a backyard makeover and not only did my yard turn into my own personal oasis, but everything went as planned. Conscious Environments really knows what they are doing. They gave great advice and guided us though the whole process. They use state of the art technology so that you can visualize how things will be in the end. They were on the job every day without fail and boy do those guys work hard. I was especially appreciative of their excellent communication; I knew what was happening every step of the way. Their workers were very respectful of us and of our property; we've had some that aren't so I really noticed that. I couldn't be happier with the team at Conscious Environments. I especially couldn't be happier with my new backyard. It's wonderful. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Donna for your kind comments and sharing your experience. It means the world to us that we could meet your expectations and provide you with an experience that every client deserves. We're not perfect, but we try hard to make our clients happy. Thank you for being an amazing client to work for and we look forward to years of friendship! **★★★★ — Scott Kelly, Dec. 2018** > Matt, Josh and the CE team were great to work with on our major remodel project in Fullerton this year. Design, subcontractors, flexibility and project management were very good. We are very happy with our 'new' home, family and friends couldn't stop saying WOW! We would definitely recommend CE. Thanks, Scott and Marcia Kelly. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Hi Scott & Marcia, Thank you for your comments and sharing your experience. You were great clients to work for and we couldn't be more pleased with the end results. We're glad that you're enjoying all the new features of the interior and exterior of your home. Thank you for the opportunity! **★★★★★ — Baxter's Custom Construction, Dec. 2018** > I have experienced first hand the tremendous level of creativity Conscious Environments consistently and constantly exercises. The ability to truly develop home improvement designs tailored to each individual client's visions is unparalleled. Conscious Environments is truly on a another level in the SoCal design/build arena. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Mr. Baxter for attesting to your experience with us. Design and build is a collaborative process and your professional assistance and attention to detail has indeed helped make ours and our clients visions come to fruition. Thank you again for your assistance on the Lau project! **★★★★★ — DJ Danny, Dec. 2018** > My wife and I had a wonderful experience working with Josh, Matt, Freddy and the entire Conscious Environments team. I interviewed several contractors and selected Conscious Environments because of the high quality work they performed on my neighbor’s yard. I was so confident that they could execute my modern design plan that I waited an entire year just to get on their schedule. And, the wait was well worth it. I give them top marks for the overall execution of my design as well as the quality of the materials use in the project. The transformation of my backyard is breathtaking. Now when I step outside I feel like I’m on vacation staying at a high-end resort. The Conscious Environments team is smart and engaging, great listeners and were always solutions focused when issues arose. I can’t wait to bring them back to do our front yard. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you so much for your comments! We strive hard to please our clients and we're glad that we were able to meet your expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed working with you and are very pleased with the outcome of your project. We look forward to doing business with you again in the near future! **★★★★★ — Mary Froissard, Dec. 2018** > We interviewed many contractors and choose Conscious Environments(CE) as they were upfront with costs and took the time to help us understand the fine details of our project. We had a large slope in our backyard, and we wanted to cut into the hill to increase the size or our backyard. We also wanted to open up our house and add a 12 foot sliding door that would extend to an outdoor California room with a fountain, seating area, dinner area, BBQ and play area. Josh spent a great deal of time with us working on the design prior to the project starting. After the project started Matt was great about guiding us on the materials to buy, selecting plants and finalized the details. CE was always available via phone for questions and quick to respond via e-mail. Their team also helped improved some items that were not in scope, such as reinforcing our fence and fixing some sprinkler heads. We could not be more pleased with the final result. The design and quality of work exceeded our expectations. We highly recommended CE and we plan to use them again to improve our front yard. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Hi Mary Louise and Nick, We're so glad that we were able to extend your living space and happy that it's bringing you much enjoyment. We really enjoyed the process of designing and building your project with you and are pleased with the end results. We look forward to continuing our business relations with you. **★★★★★ — Marie Lau, Dec. 2018** > Josh and his team are amazing to work with. Josh spent time to listen to our wants and needs and then managed to transform our ideas into the perfect plan that fit our budget. Our house (4,500 sq.ft) was under renovation concurrently and Josh managed both the exterior and interior job extremely well with his team. Just like any construction projects, we had our share of hitches along the way, but Josh and his team handled all of them professionally, communicated with us constantly and finished the project at the deadline that we preferred. We highly recommend his company to anyone who value quality, creativity, and details in their remodeling plan. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Marie and Jonathan for allowing us to be apart of an exceptional project. It was quite a challenge doing both the interior and exterior at the same time, but your patience, quickness to make decisions, and availability throughout the entire process led to a great partnership and a great outcome. Thank you for believing in us and giving us the amazing opportunity to be a part of such a large scale project. We look forward to continuing our business and personal relations with you! **★★★★★ — Daniel Capaldi, Dec. 2018** > Josh and the team at Conscious Environments worked to construct our back yard, which occupies about 2/3rd of an acre. We really enjoyed working with Josh. He’s responsive, easy to talk to, and employs an excellent team of people (all very respectful and polite; real craftsman). We built a large pool and an outdoor kitchen, installed wood decks, poured in place concrete walls and limestone patios and did a ton of landscaping. The initial quality of the work was outstanding, and everything has held up well for us over time. Josh was always available to listen to our concerns and remained solution oriented. He stayed on top of the issues, and all changes were discussed and approved first. We wouldn’t hesitate to use Conscious Environments on another project in the future. Five stars out of five. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Daniel for reflecting on your experience with us and sharing that with others considering to utilize our services. We much enjoyed with you as well and we really appreciate you giving us the opportunity to be a part of a unique and large scale project. We will always do our best to address any concerns that may arise in the future in a timely manner. Thank you for your business and continued use of our services! **★★★★★ — Karen Swaney, Nov. 2018** > We had a fantastic experience with Conscious Environments. Josh and Matt are great to work with and did a wonderful job of bringing to life the vision we had for our yard. We shared our "dream" photos with them and discussed drainage issues that we had. They captured and improved on the ideas we had. Plans were thorough and clear. There literally has not been a day where we do not receive compliments on the landscaping and we pinch ourselves that the welcoming space is ours! We feel that we have a room addition because we spend so much time outside now, very much worth the investment! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Jeff & Karen for sharing your experience. You were both a pleasure to work with and we're very pleased with the outcome. We're happy to know that you've been able to get a lot of good use out of the space and that your new garden is bringing you much enjoyment! **★★★★★ — Michelle Napier, Nov. 2018** > This is the 2nd time I've used Josh and his team at Conscious Environments. They truly met all of our vision. The project was a complete redo of the backyard - pool, covered patio with entertainment and cooking. The project took 9 months, but in the end I can tell everyone that I wouldn't change a thing. We have already spent more time in our backyard since the completion over 3 months than we did in the first 3 years of being in our house. We have referred Conscious Environments to several others who have seen our year. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Brant & Michelle for sharing your experience. We couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of your project and are glad to hear that you're enjoying all of the features. We really enjoyed working with you as well and would like to thank you again for giving us the opportunity. If you ever have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to call us. **★★★★★ — Gene Appel, May 2018** > Josh and team did a terrific design to replace our 1970's cracking driveway that included pavers, a 15' diameter medallion, and a decorative concrete boarder. Conscious Environments managed 2 different sub-contractors who did the demo and installation of the new. Everyone was responsive for any punch list items which included repairing broken sprinklers, etc. It looks great and we would use again. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Gene for your comments and we're glad that we were able to meet your expectations. We look forward to working with you again! **★★★★★ — Larry & Karen Moore, Nov. 2017** > Professional from the start. Josh answered our email within minutes. He drew up a beautiful design for complete backyard and some front yard renovation. Day to day contact with Matt either on site, phone or email was great; always made himself available to answer all our questions/concerns. Skilled workers on site 6 days/wk, pleasant to deal with. Project included stone fireplace, water feature, outdoor room, paver flooring, new fence and entry gate, trees/plants. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Larry & Karen for sharing your experience with us. We're grateful to have had the opportunity to design & build your garden and we're very pleased with the finished product. We're anxious to watch the plants fill in as we're sure you are, too. It will be exciting to see the transformation of your garden over the next couple years. Thank you for being great clients to work for! **★★★★★ — Briana Dorn, Nov. 2017** > We hired Josh at CE to design a full, from scratch, back yard remodel including retaining walls, pool, BBQ, patio cover, fire pits, etc. Josh spent a lot of time with me to understand what our needs were, what our tastes were, and what our expectations were for the remodeled spaces. When he presented his design, it was exactly what we were hoping for and more! He understood how to integrate a "U" shaped back yard into functional entertainment areas that still felt connected. We hardly changed anything from his original design, it was so perfect. Josh was easy to contact, even after the design had been finalized. I reached out to him a few times during the build for advice and he was always available to help. We had a wonderful experience with Conscious Environments and would highly recommend them! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Bri for your thoughtful comments on your experience with us. We are pleased with the way your project turned out and are glad that you're happy with the end result. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to design your project! **★★★★★ — Naveed Hakim, Oct. 2017** > Conscious Environments hit it out of the park with our backyard remodel. We were looking to put a pool in as well as an indoor/outdoor area, BBQ, outdoor dining and multiple outdoor seating areas. In every aspect, they really understood what we were looking for and what our family and entertaining goals were. They spent a ton of time upfront learning what was important to us before we even put pen to paper. The team took into account our budget, the unique attributes of our property, the places guests would naturally congregate and designed a space that was not only great looking but also natural and highly functional. For the amount of investment we were looking to make we were very sensitive to the fact that we wanted something that would be used regularly. About one year into the completion of our project, we can confidently say that we are using it routinely, and the space has truly become an extension of our house. Without spending a fortune, they were able to design a space that looks like what we have seen in high end magazines. Conscious Environments really exceeded our expectations in various areas. > > Great communication and availability by great people focused on timely completion. The project manager and the site manager were consistently around communicating with us about what they were working on and what to expect. The site never once sat vacant, and we never felt out of the loop or felt that our thoughts were not considered. They also made the time to fit into our busy schedules to go pick out materials whether it was late Sunday or early in the morning on weekdays. The Conscious Environments team did a great job in this area which is so critical to the success of the project and how it turned out. We actually got to know the team well given their positive attitudes, high integrity and strong character. From Josh to Matt to Dan, we never had an issue trusting that they would get things done or that they had our best interests at heart. In the end they became like family which is so rare in this space. Further, with everything that could go wrong on a project like this, the six month project came in within one-two weeks of our actual completion date. A great accomplishment given the number of changes we ended up making throughout the project. > > Realistic, well thought through, value added recommendations. Given that we are not experts in this area, the Conscious Environments team really stepped in to recommend how we could accomplish various facets of our vision in a cost effective way without compromising quality and functionality. There were various times we got stuck with what we wanted and each time they came back with a way to accomplish what we were looking for. In each of these cases they hit the mark and the output met or exceeded our expectations. > > Full service offering. It was great to work with one integrated provider whether it was the pool, lighting, structure, plumbing, landscaping and other areas. We talked with various providers who were experts in one area but not another and offered to recommend "a guy" that would help us with that. The problem there was the disconnect that would create on how to implement the overall vision. By working just with Conscious Environments we were able to implement a roadmap from day one that encompassed all attributes of our design. Further, when we ended up changing something on one area, we were able to quickly flow that through across all the plans by just working with one person. > > Great creativity and focus on making things look right. There were a couple of things we wanted that this team had not experimented with in the past. For these items, they took the effort to research what we wanted, contacted the vendor, learned how to install each of the items and made it happen. They came back on various occasions AFTER the project was completed to help us get things right and to ensure things looked up to standards. It was great working with a team that was just as vested as we were in seeing things through and making them look right. > > In conclusion we are grateful to the Conscious Environments team for working with us in a highly collaborative manner to design a space that we absolutely love and use regularly. Our guests have been impressed with the outcome and how well it fit with our house's existing architecture. All in all, a great outcome! As we look to further remodel our property (i.e front yard) we know exactly who to work with going forward. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Naveed for your very thoughtful comments and detailed recap of your experience with us. We are very gracious to have had the opportunity to work with you & Lisa and can't thank you enough for being such great clients to work for. We're glad that you're happy with the end results and we look forward to maintaining our relations with you. Thank you again for your business! **★★★★★ — Trisha Amin, July 2017** > We loved working with CE! Matt understood our vision and came back with a design that blew us away. During the project, they were on schedule and communicated with us regularly. Matt worked with us on selecting materials and color schemes. The end result really represents our style. Matt still is involved, checking to see how our landscaping is progressing and helping us select furniture. We've received so many compliments about our landscaping that we've recommended CE and Matt to anyone looking for a landscaper. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > We greatly enjoyed working with you as well and are gracious that you gave us the opportunity to design & build your project. There is nothing more satisfying than a happy customer and great results. We look forward to the transformation of your garden and will continue to provide you with the service that you deserve. Thanks again from Josh, Matt, & the CE Team. **★★★★★ — Ethan Fisher, April 2017** > I hired Conscious Environments Inc. to design a small public garden area at the Santa Ana Zoo and they did an excellent job re-purposing materials from the site, utilizing existing hardscape elements, and creating a water conscious design. The project started with an initial visit from Josh where he took measurements and we established our expectations, goals, and budget. We informed Josh that we wanted a riparian feel to the garden and where we needed pathways to see into the exhibit. Since the exhibit was constructed from re-purposed materials like a used shipping container, it was very important to us that the garden also include re-purposed materials in the design. > > Josh followed up with a site design graphic clearly showing us where pathways, plantings, fences, and rock work would be installed. After approval of the site plan we moved into implementation and construction. The crew from Conscious Environments were very professional, respectful and QUICK! They said they would get our project done in our compressed timeline and certainly did not disappoint. The project turned out great and absolutely met our needs, I highly recommend this landscape design and building company. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Ethan for your comments and we are very appreciative that you gave us the opportunity to design & build your garden exhibit. It was an interesting project for us in the fact that we were able to repurpose so much material and still achieve an aesthetically pleasing mesh of colors, textures, & materials. We're glad that you're happy with the results and look forward to the garden's transformation for years to come. **★★★★★ — Tim K., April 2017** > Last year, my wife and I decided to finally renovate our front and back yards. The scope of our project included hardscape, landscape, drainage, irrigation, lighting, fencing, gates, patio area / structure...and a pool and spa--basically everything outside of the house walls. > > After our initial meeting with Josh, we were impressed with his professionalism and design ideas and decided to move forward with Conscious Environments (CE) for our design / build project. Josh and his team--including Matt (project manager) and Dan (superintendent)--were attentive from Day 1. Calls, texts, or e-mails were promptly responded to. Any concerns or requests for more detail at any given time were quickly addressed. > > The Design Phase of the project moved quickly. After noting the aesthetic / style that we gravitated towards, along with our likes and dislikes and needs and wants, Josh was able to translate all of the above into a cohesive and beautiful design. Moreover, it incorporated the visual cues and features that we wanted within the context of the function that we required as a family with young children. For example, with landscape and planting, CE considered the level of maintenance we were open to (very low) along with nature of our children's allergies (quite severe). Josh spent days working and re-working his planting plan to make sure that allergens were limited...while making sure size, texture, quantity, diversity, and appearance of the plants worked well with the overall design. This is just one example of many where CE took time to consider the details within the context of the bigger picture. > > The Construction Phase of the project began as smoothly as the Design Phase. Dan and CE's crew members were as conscientious as they were skillful. They respected the fact that the "work site" was still a home first and foremost--and made sure that we retained the functionality and accessibility that we (and our children) required. At the end of each work day, materials and equipment were neatly stored and the site was regularly tidied up. Unfortunately, soon after demolition and excavation...we were saddled with 4 months of seemingly unending and record setting rain, which caused significant delays. CE worked around the rain as well as humanly possible. There were many days when the crew would arrive in the hopes that the rain would subside enough to provide a short window for them to make progress. Whether that window was 1 hour or 4 hours, they made the most of it. > > More examples of when professionalism, courtesy, and conscientiousness collide: > • Once it was clear that the rainy season would be last longer and be more detrimental than we anticipated, Dan and his crew set up temporary rain gutters and drainage to the street--not only in order to best spare the work site, but also to spare our family from unnecessary damage from water collection. > • Matt was flexible to plan our conference calls and in-person walk throughs / meetings around my work schedule and unconventional work hours. Not an easy thing, but something that I greatly appreciated. > • When Matt presented the lighting plan, my predisposed notion of "more is better," was met with Matt guiding me towards "less is more." And of course, he was right. > • In the time since our project was completed, Josh, Matt, and Dan have each visited a number of times on their own accord--essentially to check up on the progress of the planting, how the various details came together, etc. Josh even added some additional plants at the entry pathway just to give it some added depth and color. > • Nothing is picture perfect, despite the very best intentions! Every project runs into a snag or unforeseen circumstance. But, from our experience, CE makes every effort to be one step ahead of potential issues and tries to address them in real-time--or after the fact in a worst case scenario. With CE, the intention is always to keep the client apprised of situations as they occur and develop and execute a plan to rectify any mishaps. It was refreshing to work with a team who took as much pride in their word as they did in their work. > > Conscious Environments delivered a front and back yard that surpassed our expectations and did so while providing a uniquely positive relationship experience from the moment of first contact onward. They operate with integrity and professionalism and place an emphasis on clear and open communication They stand by their work and value the client relationship that is forged during the process. > > We have whole heartedly referred some of our closest friends to CE and look forward to staying in touch and working with them again. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Tim for taking the time to share your experience and we're glad we were able to make it a positive one for you. We also enjoyed our experience working with you and appreciate you believing in us, our team, & our process. Your project came out beautifully and we can't wait to see the plants fill in and your garden transform. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to design & build your project and look forward to years of friendship. **★★★★★ — Cecilia Kim, March 2017** > We hired Conscious Environments Inc to remake our backyard. The previous owner had left it a horrid disaster of a space, one that I had refused to spend any time in. Josh Duncan came in and listened patiently to what we wanted for the space, how we wanted it to be an extension of our home, an outdoor living space. It was a small backyard but with an open view, so I thought it could be somewhere my husband and I could relax. Josh seemed excited as well as attentive to all that we had to say and the design he came up with was perfect what we wanted. I had no idea on what kind of landscaping would be ideal for the small backyard we had, but Josh's recommendations were spot on. > > Matt was our project manager, and he too kept in touch with us the whole way. He and Josh were responsive to our questions and updated us as things moved along. I love LOVE LOVE the final product and they were also done within the estimated project time. > > We did hit a few snags along the way, as all projects tend to, but Matt and Josh resolved them timely. I also felt that Matt was very up front and honest about some of those snags when we hit them. I appreciated that a lot. And a bonus, two months after the project was done, one of the vine plants we chose succumbed to a darn aphid infestation, and Josh replaced it for us free of charge. > > Overall, I am very satisfied with my backyard remodeling project and would definitely recommend Conscious Environments. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Cecilia for your thoughtful comments and we're extremely pleased with the way your project turned out. The photos you took look great and we can't wait for the plants to fill in. You and Kenny we're great to work with. You were understanding, patient, and allowed us to be creative and trusted us with our recommendations. Thank you for being great clients and your business was greatly appreciated! **★★★★★ — Whitney Peterson, Feb. 2017** > My husband and I hired Conscious Environments after doing research on Houzz and meeting with a handful of landscape architects/contractors. After speaking with us about our overall vision Josh designed a number of options for us and was very accommodating when we came back with changes and updates to the plans. > Things continued to move along quickly and seamlessly once construction started. At this point we started working closely with Matt who was very helpful and made a number of trips to our house to discuss materials, timeline, etc. Their construction team was on time and cleaned up after themselves which we very much appreciated. > Our backyard looks like a completely different space now that the bar, BBQ and TV enclosure are completed. We get so many compliments on our backyard and I am so happy we decided to move forward with the project and use Conscious Environments. > Overall, Conscious Environments is very professional and easy to work with and I would recommend them to anyone looking to build their dream outdoor space. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Whitney for your comments and giving us a chance to be a part of your project. Our team enjoyed working with you and Cory and we're glad that you're happy with the end results. Thank you for your business! **★★★★★ — Chad Bystedt, Jan. 2017** > Conscious Environments knocked it out of the park on our backyard remodel. They took very little instruction and created a beautiful and innovative design that fit our lifestyle perfectly. They gave us what we wanted, and more, while maintaining a strict budget. When it came to the build, they performed without a hitch - on-time and no stress to us. Josh and his team are good people that take pride in their product. They considered every detail and continued to follow-up with us after completion. I will be using them on my future projects. Thank you, Conscious Environments! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Chad and Lisa for your thoughtful comments and thank you for giving us the opportunity to design & build your project. It was definitely a unique project and one that we all can be very proud of. We enjoyed collaborating with you and your involvement in the project helped produce the results we were all trying to achieve. Thanks for a being amazing clients, too! **★★★★★ — Purchase Green Artificial Grass, Jan. 2017** > Josh and the team from Conscious Environments is a first rate organization with the skills, education, and background that we at Purchase Green love partnering with from a supply and installation standpoint. As far as design/build is concerned, CE is top notch and the proof is in the pudding when you see their work. From an artificial grass manufacturer's standpoint, we love to see our product installed beautifully and Conscious Environments seems to raise the bar each time we see their work. We at Purchase Green highly recommend Josh and his team for homeowner's looking for a design/build solution and look forward to continuing to support Conscious Environments in the future. **★★★★★ — Robert Neal, Dec. 2016** > My wife and I have been in our house for 6 years and made the best of our marginal front landscape. The recent drought and watering limitations lead to the death of our front lawn and we elected to finally move forward from our really sad situation to a more modern, drought tolerant design, hopeful we would regain our pride of ownership. > > We noticed a house in our neighborhood that had recent front landscape and hardscape work done and it looked so attractive. I knocked on the door and got a name and number to Josh Duncan at Conscious Environments. This would end up being the best call I could have made. > > Josh is a solid guy, very professional and genuine. We set an appointment to review our needs and wants and to build a design. Josh spent as much time as we needed to talk through every aspect: from redesigning our front entry, to altering our hardscape, and to develop the perfect landscape design. Josh recognized where he could work with our existing footprint and transform the front of our home into the vision we shared with him. > > Once we agreed to a design, we signed a contract and set a date for work to begin. I want to emphasize that the Conscious Environments team is extremely organized and coordinated. Our contract was clear, including detailed timelines on what we could expect to completed and when, with the corresponding payment due. Everyone who showed up to work at our house was kind and courteous and prepared to answer any questions we had during the process. And the project was completed within the timeframe the team committed to - very impressive. > > If you are looking for professionalism, creativity, quality, and reliability, then I highly recommend Conscious Environments. Thank you Josh and team for our amazing new front yard and entry! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Bob for your thoughtful comments and we couldn't be more pleased with the transformation of your front yard. It was a pleasure working with you and want to thank you for giving us the opportunity to design & build your project. Look forward to maintaining our new found friendship and hope to always be your resource for home improvements. Thank you again! **★★★★★ — Richard Penney, Nov. 2016** > A few years ago we decided to do a back yard make over. Built-in > BBQ, water feature, trellis, hardscape and soft scape. A landscape > architect friend recommended Josh and Conscious Environments. > The job couldn't have come out any better. From Dan the superintendent to Freddy cement mason all the guys did a fantastic > job. > We still use Conscious Environments for our water feature. Our backyard can be found on their web site. **★★★★★ — ficklecraft, Sept. 2016** > We hired Conscious Environments and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a full service landscape design company. We had a challenging and unique property. We're on a bluff (hill) at the end of a cup-de-sac, on a pie shaped lot. Conscious Environments designed the entire landscape plan, front, back and sides. We ended up with way more than we expected in the space given to work with and couldn't be any happier with how things turned out. It's a pinch me moment, still, two years and counting later. **★★★★★ — Nancy G, Aug. 2016** > We are so thankful to have been able to work with Josh and his crew. We live in a very dry rocky area with a slope and every challenge you can imagine. They were able to transform this into my dream backyard. Josh came up with a beautiful plan after listening to what we wanted and looking at hundreds of pictures that I showed him. He came up with something even more beautiful than I could have imagined. They were really patient and their work is extraordinary. I've already referred them to a friend and they were so happy with their backyard as well. I would definitely recommend them. **★★★★★ — kgeatty, Aug. 2016** > They say that the best predictor of the future is the past. I interviewed three pool contractors, but chose Conscious Environments due to their portfolio of gorgeous integrated landscape designs. I had a small backyard and I knew it would be challenging to fit a pool and still have space for entertaining as well as a green area. Josh and his team rose to the challenge and gave me as much time as I required to get to a final design. He also recommended utilizing pavers rather than decking for an upscale look. He provided the vendors for impressive planter bowls on corner pilasters faced with ledgestone. We are still working on implementing the planting design for the rest of the yard. I can't wait to see it complete. I will post pictures when finished. I recommend this firm to the discriminating client who desires a truly upscale look. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Kathy for allowing us to be a part of your project. It was a pleasure collaborating with you and look forward to the next phase of your project. **★★★★★ — HU-7264109, June 2016** > We have nothing but amazing things to say about Conscious Environments from the first meeting and beyond the completed work. Josh and his team have been professional the entire way. I cannot recommend a contractors work more than I can with this group. I would hire them again in a heartbeat. From design to reality, the details were not missed and it made the entire process easy and not stressful in the least. Not all contractors have an eye for design, but Josh does and we valued his opinion greatly. We had Conscious Environments do our front yard and backyard landscaping during a new house remodel. The backyard included a pool, jacuzzi, firepit and bbq. They worked well on the timeline of the general contractor for the house and the communication was spot on. There are many things stressful about design and choosing elements of your completed work but it was all done flawlessly throughout the process. Even after they were completely paid if we needed anything, Josh and his team have been very responsive. I have recommended them to numerous people without hesitation. We are constantly getting compliments on our landscape. Look no further than these guys, they are well worth the money. **★★★★★ — ychangdds, June 2016** > We moved into a new construction this year, so we needed to have our front and backyards finished within a year of moving in. We searched Houzz for contractors within our vicinity, and were really impressed with the reviews and photos of finished projects from Conscious Environments.We hired Josh Duncan to design the yards and basically gave him a blank slate. We just told him our preferences are more towards the modern/contemporary look; we wanted a low maintenance yard with artificial grass, a raised patio area in which to place a fire table and dining table, bistro string lights to entertain at night, a water fountain, and a more distinctive concrete (rather than the standard brushed gray concrete that came with the house). He came up with a complete design plan, which included plants/trees for the landscape, and were really impressed and excited to move forward. Although the estimated price was more than we initially budgeted for, we loved his ideas and decided to go with his plan.The great thing about Conscious Environments is that they are a design/build firm, so the contractors are all "in-house," and you see the same workers daily. And these guys were meticulous- they had only 2 men do the tile work because they wanted to strive for consistency in placing the tile. They even broke out the tape measure when doing the planting, to make sure the plants were the same distance apart from each other. Whenever there was any issue, they addressed the problem right away. For example, it looked as if some of the flowers in the pots were beginning to wilt- so they made sure the timing of the irrigation was spot on by seeing how the plants/flowers reacted to an increase in water. When the LED string lights were installed, and we turned the switch off, the light didn't turn off completely- just dimmed. They came out the next day to fix it. We wanted a bigger plant in the main pot in the front yard for the "wow factor." They said no problem and switched out the 5 gallon for a 15 gallon plant. All in all, they want to make sure you are completely happy with the results of the project.I am a firm believer in the mantra, "you get what you pay for." The people in my neighborhood have obviously opted to go with cheaper contractors, who may employ undocumented workers, and have them work more than they are supposed to, so that they may complete the project quickly. This includes professionalism, as I see some of the neighbor's workers playing soccer in the streets and drinking beers. The Conscious Environments team has exhibited nothing but the utmost professionalism. We are proud that our project is the best in the neighborhood, one which is unique from all the rest. Thanks to Josh, Ryan, Matt, Dan, Manny and the whole team for an outstanding job! **★★★★★ — mgirguis, May 2016** > We were extremely happy that we chose Conscious Environments for our backyard project. Things felt right from the beginning. WE spent a lenghty amount of time just relaying our desires and wishes and they took them and made them better and then made them a reality. Our project included a pool and a jacuzzi and a waterfall, and extensive landscaping , a firepit, a bbq island, over 3500 ft of artificial turf, creating a switchback on our very rocky mountainous land and creating beautiful pathways. The scope of the project was broad, our terrain was extremely difficult because of the extensive rock , and the size and shape of our yard were all challenges and yet at each obstacle, We felt like good solutions were proposed that we were very happy with. When you hire them, you aren't paying for cheap labor, you are paying for quality of labor. We have other projects we want to continue to do with our yard and we think we will always come back to Conscious Environments because we trust them. I highly recommend this company. **★★★★★ — neilknuppel, April 2016** > Josh and his company can be depended upon for doing just what they say they will do. They may bid a bit higher than others, but in this case you get what you pay for. Clean work areas, professional job, reliability, and trustworthy workers. Josh even came back 2 years later to resolve a column crack that had just appeared, when I think anybody else would have ignored me. Would I hire them again? Absolutely. First group I'd call for a bid. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thank you Neil for allowing us to be a part of your project and we hope that we can continue to be of service for years to come. We are happy with the results of your project and hope you continue to enjoy. **★★★★★ — Mike Kensington, April 2016** > I tried hard to find a reference for a contractor, but none of the contacts given to me panned out. I resorted to scrolling through numerous companies on Houzz and found Conscious Environments. After several conversations and meetings with Josh I decided to trust him to redo our backyard - everything was gutted, only the shell of the pool remained after only a couple days of demo. When everything was said and done, we went from an outdated patio with overgrown trees and a sad pool to a contemporary space with hardscape, landscape, a new spa, remodeled pool and sun deck. The whole crew at Conscious Environments washelpful and responsive throughout the process. The cost and time of a remodel always exceeds the plan, but the end product is what matters, and we are extremely happy with how our project turned out. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Mike & Family, We are very appreciative that you gave us the opportunity to build your project and we enjoyed working with you. We are pleased with the transformation that took place on your project and hope that your pool and garden features bring much enjoyment for years to come. **★★★★★ — Carol McMillan, April 2016** > Josh Duncan and his crew with Conscious Environments designed and built a wonderful, large, attached patio structure for us, as well as designed landscaping for both our front and backyard. He was always very quickly responsive to our communications and concerns. His workers were professional, skilled, timely, efficient, quiet, and clean. When there were some delays because of our adding other projects "while we're at it", he was helpful and patient. When these delays conflicted with 2 different previously scheduled social events planned on our "new patio", Josh and his crew worked wonders as they bent over backwards to have the patio party-ready. As we have entertained many guests on that patio over the past several months, we have received many compliments. Often their remarks are that it looks like it's a part of the original house. We love our patio. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Carol for your comments and giving us the opportunity to design & build your project. We enjoyed collaborating with you and the end result is beautiful. We hope your project brings you years of enjoyment. **★★★★★ — sd5152004, March 2016** > We had been in search of knowledgeable contractors who could help us with the final layout and building of our courtyard fountain. Having read the reviews and seen some of the photos of Conscious Environment, we called them and Josh helped us through this process. Although we live in San Diego he helped us with the design and final implementation of our custom fountain project. He is very knowledgeable, responsive, available, and resourceful. He pointed us to the right places for manufacturing and provided our contractor all the details including taking time to give us the CAD drawings of the design that was needed for building the fountain. > > It is very rare in this industry to find such a ethical, responsive, and helpful company. We hope to use this company in the future for our needs. **★★★★★ — HU-108447, Feb. 2016** > I am a General Contractor and have worked with Conscious Environments on a number of projects. This is where I discovered their innovative designs and craftsmanship, and decided I could use them for my own home project. My wife and I hired Josh to design a small addition to our home, a large solid roof patio cover addition, fireplace, entertainment areas, outdoor kitchen, & secondary freestanding garage and work shop. Being in the business I am always skeptical of utilizing another designer/ contractor as they may not match up to my own expectations, but boy did they prove me wrong. Josh's creativity and attention to detail in his plans has been the guide to our very soon to be successful project. We're still under construction moving into the garage & workshop phase, but Josh's consistent communication has quickly and thoroughly addressed all of our concerns throughout the process making us feel comfortable every step of the way. We didn't hire them to build our project because we wanted to build ourselves, but if we didn't we would've hired them in a second. Thanks Josh for being easy to work with and making this an enjoyable experience for me and my family! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Bob for your kind comments and we enjoyed working with you, too! Looking forward to the final product! **★★★★★ — Anthony del Rosario, Jan. 2016** > Concious Environments recently remodeled our backyard. They designed and built an outdoor kitchen, latticed structure, fire pit, putting green, new soft and hard scape. We appreciated their focus on our needs and provided input in areas where needed. The way my explains it, "They told her what she wanted" and they hit right on the button. > > We valued our working relationship with their foreman, Ryan. Ryan's attention to detail, professionalism, expertise and communication was above and beyond! He was always available to answer questions and provide feedback. He made a stressful time, not having a backyard with 2 kids and dog, feel seamless. **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Hi Anthony, > > Your comments are more than appreciated and we enjoyed working with you and your family, too! We are pleased with the outcome of your project and hope that it brings you much enjoyment for years to come. Thank you for making this project just as exciting for us as it was for you. We look forward to maintaining our friendship. > > Sincerely, > Josh Duncan and the Conscious Environments Inc. Team **★★★★★ — jeanettes, Jan. 2016** > We were very happy with the services of Josh Duncan and his employees. Josh is very professional in his approach to design as well as the project details. Every one that came to our property was polite, courteous and kept our job site clean. Our project manager Ryan Burt was easy to contact and was always concerned about making sure that we were happy with how the project was being handled. Our first phase included a custom fireplace, planter and patio cover. We are hoping to continue with phase two this spring. **★★★★★ — kmkehner, Nov. 2015** > Conscious Environments did a great job on a small condo backyard renovation for me. They did a particularly nice job on the flagstone patio which turned out even better than I had imagined. They were also very responsive on a couple punch-list items at the conclusion of the job. I highly recommend Conscious Environments and look forward to working with them again. **★★★★★ — naderis, Nov. 2015** > Excellent experience from start to finish. They listened well and designed a backyard for us. Includes oversize spa, BBQ island, fire pit and patio covers. Also had two fountains installed. > > They've made adjustments and corrections as needed. Get on their calendar early to ensure commitment - they're busy! **Comment from Conscious Environments Inc.:** > Thanks Nader for sharing experience. We enjoyed building your project and also enjoyed working with you and Susan. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to design and build your project! **★★★★★ — georgelovesellie, Oct. 2015** > We hired Conscious Environments to landscape our front and back yards. They worked closely with our architect and helped us create a beautiful space. They were able to help us maximize our budget and came up with solutions to any issues that came up. They were also very easy to contact and work with. We highly recommend this company! **★★★★★ — Cari Anderson, Aug. 2015** > They do fantastic work!! Above and beyond my expectations. Very friendly and clean contractors, they cleaned up after themselves almost every day before they left, finished on time if not sooner. I recommend Conscious Environments to everyone looking for a good company!! **★★★★★ — 1pammysue, Aug. 2015** > Working with Conscious Environment, Inc. and its owner Josh Duncan was a pure joy. The renovation of my backyard included installing a pool, cabana, fireplace and waterfall. > > From our first meeting I felt a true consideration of all my wants and needs. The plans revealed to me far exceeded what I thought could be done with the size of the yard. > > All through construction and the planting stages I was kept informed of timing, schedules and deliveries. All areas were cleaned at the end of each day. The professionalism could be graded as A+. The finished product was absolutely beautiful . > > In conclusion, I would recommend Conscious Environment to anyone considering outdoor space enhancement. I will be using them on my next home! **★★★★★ — johnrobe, Aug. 2015** > Josh, Matt and the rest of the team at Conscious Environments were a pleasure to work with. Always quick to return emails, phone calls and texts. Living in smaller spaces on Balboa Island in Newport Beach, every square foot counts and Conscious Environments easily handled my landscaping challenges. Their attention to detail and ability to adapt on the fly to variations between design plans and what's actually feasable after ground breaking was outstanding. They never lost sight of my design goals while quickly pointing out any alternatives that would work just as well to help keep costs down. Real team players and I would recommend them to anyone with a landscaping project, large or small. **★★★★★ — susanbeat, June 2015** > We hired Josh and his team at Conscious Environments Inc. to design our backyard back in 2009. We were very impressed with the level of detail in the design plans and the constant communication throughout the design process. The process to design took a little longer than anticipated, but we were glad we waited. The design thoroughly thought out our whole project which involved the demolition of an existing pool, building a new pool, outdoor kitchen, deck, hardscape, landscape, fire pit, synthetic grass, and outdoor lighting. Upon completion of the design we hired Conscious Environments to build our project. When you're spending a lot of money you're always apprehensive about who you select. CE was referred to us by a friend which made it easier to contract with them for the construction...and we're glad we did. The quality of work exceeded our expectations and we were very pleased that their responsiveness and overall customer service was exceptional. There were a couple blips along the way, but their willingness and quickness to resolve continued to make us feel comfortable that we made the right decision. Overall we would highly recommend CE and the only thing I would advise is to be patient with their process because it's worth it! **★★★★★ — mrslemon39, June 2015** > Josh and his crew are highly professional, thorough, and reliable. Ours was a large scope project that involved structural changes to the front of our house, the addition of a deck, and landscaping (concrete pathways as well as planting/sprinklers/lighting). Could not recommend Conscious Environments highly enough. A+. **★★★★★ — Virgil Motta, June 2015** > I hired Conscious Environments to build a temporary pond for my Koi. I was moving homes and our new house did not have a pond. Josh was able to send his crew literally overnight from the time that I called him. He understood that it was pretty much in an emergency situation and he was able to fit me in his schedule. Unfortunately I ended up giving up the Koi and never was able to build a permanent pond for them. If I had built a permanent pond, Conscious Environments would have been the company I hired. > I was very happy with their service and quality of work! **★★★★★ — Anita, April 2015** > I hired Conscious Environments to upgrade my backyard. I thought I knew what I wanted, but when I saw their computerized design recommendations I was sold on the spot. I had met with three other hardscape contractors and there wasn't even a comparison. Conscious Environments was so superior in their suggestions and abilities and they provided a backyard that is both beautiful and highly functionable. They handled everything from the beginning design work to providing the potted plants to finish it off. Everyone likes to visit my backyard because it is so relaxing and beautiful. I can entertain 4 people or 40 people due to the design and suggestions made by Conscious Environments. They did this work 5 years ago, and both the hardscape and landscaping are still functioning and beautiful. **★★★★★ — consciousenvironments, March 2015** > Josh was recommended by our Landscape Architect. They continually held up to the quality of workmanship that they promised and more impressive was the customer service AFTER the project was completed. Thank you all...especially Josh, Dan & Matt. **★★★★★ — jfelberg, Feb. 2015** > We worked with Conscious Environments to re-develop our backyard and portions of our front. Their design work was excellent and provided us with a very creative look that was perfect for our entertainment needs. It definitely enhanced the value of our property. In addition, they provided a high quality of workmanship. **★★★★★ — Linda Gattis, Feb. 2015** > The team at Conscious Environments was wonderful to work with! > They were knowledgable, professional, were always courteous and kind, and did an unbelievable job on our landscape! > Our project began with a complete demo of our yard (not an easy undertaking) and from there, Conscious started from scratch and built us a new spa, a built in BBQ and an amazing fire-pit seating area. Their team did all of the hardscape, the lighting, the planting, and even maintenance and follow up afterwards. We are so pleased with the results and would recommend them to anyone! **★★★★★ — chrisgrattan, Feb. 2015** > Conscious Enviorments inc. did a complete reno of of front yard about a year ago. From- Demo to new pavers, driveway, stonework, irrigation, lighting, wrot iron, fountains, planting and all the little details. It was a pleasure to work with Josh and see both of our ideas come together to create something special at our home. %100 professional throught the experience. Timely, organized & followed through on every aspect. > I highly recommend CEI., and am looking forward to our next project together.. Our pool renovation! **★★★★★ — dan3925, Feb. 2015** > After searching for a year for a general contractor that could do custom renovation of roof eaves, stucco, exterior doors, and related activities in preparation for other subcontractors, I discussed the difficulty of finding a general contractor with my local Ganahl store rep. He suggested Conscious Environments for their attention to detail. "I struck paydirt !!" Josh' team understood custom requirement difficulties, had the related experience for the work, access to the needed resources, and came through on schedule and on time even when unexpected rain occured. > > The job involved high tech material replacements to the existing residence since building codes would have imposed extreme costs in all regards to any structure changes. For anyone that has a home built in the 1970's, this is the company you need for project consultation. > > One reviewer of this company was on target with respect to homeowner responsibility. > You must do your homework regarding materials, service life, procurement, codes etc. To some extent you need to be your own engineer, designer, and inspector. What you learn will be rewarding, worth the effort, and will probably save you thousands in your budget. **★★★★★ — kk4kiks, Feb. 2015** > Josh Duncan has put together an amazing team! He has a great eye, excellent design ideas and seems to really listen to the voice of the customer. We hired Josh to design our backyard with a pool, spa & hardscape, as well as give our front yard a face lift. Josh put together a fantastic design for both areas. The project manager he assigned to us was incredible. Matt Rodriquez was more than responsive to any item that came up; big or small - he stayed on top of things, handled any and all issues as they came up, and made sure we were happy with the end result each step of the way. The entire team was all top notch. Everyone seemed to really care about delivering the best job possible. It's been several months since completion of our job and Matt recently made a trip out to check on the plantings. This last week some workers appeared to replace some of the plants that were not doing well. I would highly recommend Josh and his team. We love the way our project turned out and have received numerous compliments on what an excellent, quality job they did. **★★★★★ — barbaraamahoney, Feb. 2015** > All the employees of Josh's at Conscious Environments, Inc. became like part of the family. They were professional, knowledgeable, neat and a joy and fun to work with. They designed both the back and front yards of our home. Both areas turned out fantastic and to this day family and friends comment how beautiful both the hard scape and landscape is. And as the trees, plants and flowers have grown the backyard in particular is a relaxing oasis. My husband and I would highly recommend their expertise in design and of the execution of the design. From start to finish the team was available to responded to any questions, phone calls and emails in a timely manner. **★★★★★ — lucyliu0511, Jan. 2015** > Josh's team did our back and front garden in AV, by a strong recommendation from our landscape architect. They are very professional and organized in their bidding, scheduling and construction process. Their pricing is competitive for the high quality work they deliver, so you get what you pay for. They are pretty good at guarantee their work after project completion and still very responsive up to today. > The only thing I would suggest if you work with them (or any other company) is to be very clear on the material you choose, do your own homework, understand the nature/quality of the material, so you would have no surprises; also have very clear specifications (even the shape of the tree) for your plants especially if you are picky about the look. **★★★★★ — morriskld, Jan. 2015** > Both our front and back yards, which were designed by Josh Duncan, are works of art. Words can't describe the beauty of the pool, hardscape, and landscaping. The Conscious Environments staff did an excellent job of keeping us informed of the project schedule and always made sure they consulted us for any decisions that needed to be made regarding the project. We plan to hire them again when the yard needs updates and highly recommend them to anyone needing a professional design and landscaping service. **★★★★★ — lw1230, Jan. 2015** > We hired Josh to build our complete back yard - pool, retaining wall, decks, fire pits, BBQ, and soft scape. We chose Josh on his promise of customer service. He and his crew completely delivered on this promise. They were a pleasure to work with, professional, fair, and on time. On the rare occasion something was wrong, it was immediately addressed. They were also creative and great at problem solving. We are a year out on out on our project and the workmanship still stands and the customer service continues. I would recommend them highly! **★★★★ — hayden33, Jan. 2015** > I would highly recommend Conscious Environment to makeover your yard. We bought a house with a sloped, slippery old tile patio. Josh and his team turned it into a great hang out area with below stone and plants. They were professional, on budget, and on time. Great Job!!! **★★★★★ — donrmxxx, Jan. 2015** > We gave Josh an 'open canvas' to design a new backyard, including a new spa. The results are amazing! The crew was very respectful and cleaned up daily. **★★★★★ — elettow, Dec. 2014** > My husband and I contracted with Conscious Environments on a large backyard project for a newly constructed home. The work involved a large pool, BBQ area, several patios and landscaping. Josh and his team have been excellent to work with. Their attention to detail, job knowledge and professionalism are top notch. We are especially appreciative of their communication style: open, transparent, honest. We look forward to working with Conscious Environments on future projects as well. **★★★★★ — sstimpert, Dec. 2014** > Conscious Environments helped me redesign and remodel my bathroom. The bathroom was built in 1959 and still had a lot of the original components. Conscious Environments listened to my ideas and gave their input to help design and build my refreshing and relaxing bathroom. The staff was pleasant, clean and hard working. I was kept informed throughout the whole project. As unforeseen issues came up I was given choices for the solution not just a dollar amount to correct the problem. I was very satisfied with the final product and plan to use them on future projects. **★★★★★ — marciapenney, Dec. 2014** > We contacted Josh Duncan with Conscious Environments to design and construct our backyard. From our built in BBQ to our water feature to our patio cover and trellis as well as lighting, everything was done to perfection. From reliability to scheduling to workmanship and professionalism this company met all our needs and continue to respond in a very timely manner when we need advice or follow up. We have recommended this company to family and friends and all with great results. Would use this company again with no hesitation - great people and great job! **★★★★★ — Studio H Landscape Architecture, Dec. 2014** > Studio H has been working with Josh and Conscious Environments for several years now and they have always exceeded our expectations. We have a very discerning eye for quality and demand perfection from our contractors to ensure our clients are happy and our projects are to the highest standards. Conscious Environments never lets us down. Through the years we have cycled through many landscape contractors that have let us down, and Conscious Environments is one of the few that we still refer without hesitation. If you're looking for an A quality contractor, they are your guys. **★★★★★ — Jim Chahine, Dec. 2014** > We had our front and back yard redone. We had some stone work done as well as a spa, fire pit, BBq island, French doors in the front and back, as well as a front porch. These guys did an awsome job. I have gotten so many complements on my back yard. We told them that we were having twins in 3 months and although it was a large project they actually finished early which from my experience never happens! They were very easy to deal with and accommodating. Although they were the most expensive of the bids I received I was relieved that they made me feel comfortable and the project turned out beautiful! Well worth the money. **★★★★★ — billmoe127, Dec. 2014** > Conscious Environments Inc. installed a complete backyard landscape which included a concrete patio, a patio cover, block planters, 100 feet retaining block wall that added approximately 1000 square feet of usable property to my yard, iron gate, a fire pit and they planted requested fruit trees and additional plantings. The contracted work was done on time, within budget and their attention to detail was over the top! I'm very pleased! **★★★★★ — lile5525, Dec. 2014** > Conscious Environments did a partial backyard renovation for my husband and me. This renovation included the following: > • Poured concrete patio > • Shade sail with beam installation > • Fire pit with small concrete paver and pebble area > • Additional concrete paver and pebble patio off our bedroom > • Two sets of new concrete steps leading out to the backyard > • One side yard concrete slab > • One side yard with pea gravel > > Overall we were very happy with the products and service that they offered. Josh is extremely communicative, flexible, and detail orientated. He was always willing to listen and talk through any concerns that we had until we felt comfortable to move forward. His expertise allowed him to always have creative solutions and ideas to meet our needs. We look forward to working with Josh and his team in the future and would highly recommend them. > > Thanks again, Josh, Matt, Tracey, and the whole Conscious Environments team! **★★★★★ — Lightstreams Glass Tile, Dec. 2014** > Josh is an absolute joy to work with; a true professional. We have done two considerable projects with Josh in the past 2 years and will undoubtedly work with him again in the future. He is creative and has a good visual sense while also being technical. On time, detail oriented, creative. Exactly the traits we like to work with and it shows in the finished projects. **★★★★★ — Herchenroeder Design, Dec. 2014** > The name of their company says it all. They listen to their clients, assess their needs, respect the surroundings and provide a design and final product that is conscious of all the elements. I have worked with them as a professional consultant and a client. Both experiences were enjoyable. **★★★★★ — davidoborn, Dec. 2014** > I have worked with Josh and his team and I enjoy the fact that they do what they say they will do. They have clean and organized job sites and have great industry knowledge. > Their design ideas bring the architure and landscape together as one **★★★ — jmcervantes, Dec. 2014** > Josh Duncan and his team are highly competent landscape design professionals who quickly are able to assess the needs of the project, actively listen to prospective clients, and produce a quality plan for remodeling. His team is conscientious about budget, water conservation, and are experts at understanding the relationship between the designated environment, the desires of the home owners, and the art of beautifying the physical space. We have been very impressed with the creative vision shown by Mr. Duncan and his company. We expect to do business with them in the immediate future. **★★★★ — pyoungnicklin, Dec. 2014** > We did a major renovation of our front, side and part of our back garden, which included redirecting the front entranceway and laying stone; saw cutting around the edge of the driveway and laying stone; building six new pilasters out of stone--two at front entrance, two at side gate, two by spa; putting in a courtyard fountain and laying stone around it; building a huge spa; new Alumawood patio cover; new patios; new fire pit; new landscaping; new BBQ, and it all looks fabulous. We have quite a large lot for California, so this was a fairly big project. We met with Josh several times prior to starting the project. He drew up the plans for us, went with me to meet with the Architectural Committee in my community to review the plans, helped me choose all the materials including the plants, and really took care of so many details for us. We started the project in February and finished just before 4th of July which was about the timeline they had given us. The guys working on site were friendly, polite and very skilled. We had a few minor problems with the planters in the front and one of the tiles on the BBQ , but they stand behind their work, and came and fixed both issues for us without any problem. The only reason I didn't give them a five star review is because we initially had problems with the irrigation system, but eventually we did get this corrected. All in all I would highly recommend them for any hardscape/landscape project. **★★★★★ — jennperez, Dec. 2014** > Josh and his crew worked to remove the dead grass, shrubs, and huge trees on my property (1 acre) and then replaced the lawns with artificial turf. Other areas were filled with decorative rock and plants. Some re-grading was done. They also built planter boxes and curbing. Communication was constant and very professional. Crews always arrived on time per the schedule and had a great work ethic. I was kept informed on all the project details and was involved on the decisions. The project was finished on time and right on budget. No hidden fees. After each full day of work, the crew cleaned up and put all supplies away in safe areas which was comforting for a mom of small children. I have worked with many contractors while building our home and Conscious Environments was a breath of fresh air. They follow through on their contracts and provide excellent service with a beautiful end product. In my opinion they are 5 stars and I would highly recommended them. **★★★★★ — tgaukler, Dec. 2014** > On May 5, 2010 Conscious Environments finished a complete back yard re-do for Judy and me. > Complete meaning from the dirt up. > The project included: > \*Large custom bar with built-in BBQ and utilities(SS sink, cabinets etc.) > \*400 sq ft patio cover and fireplace > \*Hardscape planters with seating areas, pedestals with flowering urns atop. > \*Decorative lighting everywhere. Professionally landscaped. > \*All structures are accented with natural stone facing - beautiful! > This re-do is going on 5 years old and we enjoy it everyday. > On the personal side, Josh Duncan and crew were attentive and conscientious > and most importantly, honest. > Tom and Judy - Yorba Linda **★★★★★ — robertryan90014, Dec. 2014** > As a professional photographer who has worked with Josh on numerous occasions, the level of customer service of Conscious Environments is truly amazing...Josh is a true professional in every aspect of the job. **★★★★★ — Robert Patrick, Dec. 2014** > Started with empty backyard lot and ended up with a dream yard (and at a very fair price). Great work, on time and on budget. Couldn't be happier. > > Very professional and whole team was great to work with. They went above and beyond on several occasions to make sure the quality of the project remained high. Even after the job was done, follow-up and commitment remained. **★★★★★ — nick straabe, Nov. 2014** > As a Landscape Architect/Designer, I had the pleasure of working with Josh to bring my visions for a project in Orange, CA to life. My clients were looking for a reputable contractor whom I had worked with in the past and that I trusted to give them fair pricing and deliver a high quality product all within a reasonable timeline. Based on my prior experience with Josh and the Conscious Environments team, I knew that they were the perfect contractor for the job. The project consisted of a lattice patio cover, lattice pergola, water feature, BBQ Island, raised planters, and lighting. As the job progressed, Josh worked with the client to select finish materials and customize the project to fit their lifestyle and entertainment needs. Since completion, Conscious Environments has been retained to provide the client with fountain maintenance as well and additional construction modifications. My sincere appreciation to Josh and his team for always performing with a high level of quality and respect. **★★★★★ — DSLA Design, Nov. 2014** > We at Dreamscapes Landscape Architecture (DSLA) have had the pleasure of working with Josh and his team at Conscious Environments on several occasions. Our latest collaboration was in Newport Coast and the project turned out amazing. Included in the project were a putting green, spa/fountain conversion, new windows, lighting, irrigation and planting. Our client couldn’t have been happier with the quality of work and the seamless transition from design to installation. > > Dreamscapes (DSLA) is a Licensed Landscape Architecture firm therefore we rely heavily on talented and reputable contractors to bring our visions to life. Josh and his team are honest, respectful, innovative and efficient. They always have the client’s best interests at heart and with Josh’s design background, he has the unique ability to quickly solve problems without compromising the aesthetic of a project. We love referring Conscious Environments for any of our projects and I strongly recommend that anyone who is looking for quality work and reliability, allow them to bid on your project. **★★★★★ — skeeter\_d, Nov. 2014** > We needed the help of a landscape designer for our front and rear yards which were dated and not very functional. It was important to have someone who not only could design for us, but could also take the design from conception to completion. A one stop shop for us. Josh came out and we gave him a general idea of what we were looking for, in a word, a "Tuolomne" type of feel. From one word, he came up with a beautiful design that we loved. His team was professional, extremely skilled, and worked with us throughout the entire project. Project timelines were reasonable and everyone worked well with us. They completed everything in the plan from demo, grading, irrigation, multiple hardscape focal areas (some using our demoed recycled concrete), low voltage lighting and drought tolerant landscaping. I think the thing that stood out was how Josh made sure our vision was translated into reality. And, he was always accessible, which was important to us. **★★★★★ — CARAVITA - Exclusive Sunshades, Nov. 2014** > Josh and his team are exceptionally professional. They have incorporated several of our custom shade products into some amazing outdoor projects. We can always rely on sending referral customers as they are sure to be handled with the best of care. **★★★★★ — Living Landscapes, Nov. 2014** > I have worked with Josh and Matt at Conscious Environments on several projects over the last couple of years and we have had a great working relationship. The projects have all been of the highest quality workmanship, materials and aesthetics. They have a very good relationship with all their clients working closely with them from the design phase through completion of the project. Their designs are beautiful and work specifically with the clients existing home style and the clients vision. They also take great care in their attention to detail. **★★★★★ — austinhurwitz, Nov. 2014** > Josh and his team were absolutely amazing. Great design sensibilities, stellar plans/drawings, thorough estimates, extremely helpful/personable overall and, most importantly, A+++ work. I would highly recommend Conscious Environments Inc to anyone looking for a fantastic partnership in planning and executing interior and/or exterior home projects. **★★★★★ — janetkerber, Nov. 2014** > Josh and his team remodeled our back and side yards in 2013. He created a beautiful rock water feature replacing an existing spa. We also put in a putting green. He completely re-planted the yards and was good at choosing drought friendly plants with lots of color His team was always polite, hard working and fun to work with. At the end of the project we felt as though we were all friends. He is very knowledgable and Professional. I would recommend Josh and his Company to anyone. **★★★★★ — ihughes103, Nov. 2014** > IN 2007 Conscious Environments developed a plan for the North section of our yard using only native California plants and underground irrigation. The plan incorporated the capture of water during heavy rains; re-infiltrating into the yard. Terraced slopes using recycled concrete and railroad ties added to the look. The dry stream with waterfall adds interest to the landscaping. In 2014 we did the South Area, again with heavy emphasis on California native plants, underground irrigation adding raised planter beds for tomatoes, carrots, peppers, spices, herbs, and so much more. The two areas are so perfectly integrated you can hardly recognize that 7 years separate the two projects. I am convinced that this is because of the continuity offered be the Conscious Environments team. I've watched them work over the years. I have confidence in them and I respect their professional approach. I would ask them to bid on any new project I have. Oh yes I failed to mention - Conscious Environments also completely re-landscaped my from yard - beautiful - you should see it!. **★★★★★ — sherryvanrichardson, Nov. 2014** > We hired Josh to design our entry area and to add interest to the front of our home. Josh and his team came up with a beautiful design adding cut out windows to an ordinary looking wall, wrought iron gate, and balcony, and a fire pit that we use all the time now. They did an awesome job for us. We now have the most beautiful home in our community, and we really love how it turned out. > > I would recommend Josh and Conscious Environments Inc. to anyone wanting to make improvements to > their home. **★★★★★ — Mark McCoy, Nov. 2014** > Josh is a great guy and has a great team to work with... His creativity is excellent. He has well thought out plans and processes to get the job done. He has provided excellent service and a great end product for my home back yard renovation of approximately 8500 SF. We had multiple areas to develop including patios, retaining walls, rose gardens, vegetable gardens, grass, fruit trees, walks, etc. They all work together to provide an oasis for us to relax and enjoy the outdoors. I have had him do work twice at my house and have recommended him to others. I would not hesitate to recommend him for additional work in the future. I consider him a professional and a friend now that we have worked together. **★★★★★ — User, Nov. 2014** > Excellent company. Honest and above board. I have worked with Josh for 5 years and am proud to say I had a hand in his pool and spa projects. Josh is very creative and refuses to compromise on quality both in materials and craftmanship. His number one priority is always the client's satisfaction. The end result is always spectacular. **★★★★★ — Tungsten Royce Custom Wood Products, Nov. 2014** > Tungsten Royce has worked with Conscious Environments on several projects in the Orange County area. Josh and his crew posses a wide range of skill sets that allow them to execute beautiful projects, on time, with amazing detail. Josh's design skills are exceptional; every project I have seen is stunning. His ability to move between styles proves his dedication to his craft. He does not do the same thing over and over again like so many designers do. All of his work is unique and well thought. > > I would like point out the professionalism of his crew as well. The guys are "on it". They are engaged, aware and have always had a great attitude when faced with less than exciting situations. Great Company! ## Selected projects - [Contemporary Spanish Garden with Spa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-spanish-garden-with-spa-pj-vj~6777458) - Location: Orange, CA - Photos: 26 - Description: A front and backyard get remodeled with a contemporary Spanish style theme to included elegant white precast concrete pavers, Spanish tiles, and drought tolerant landscaping with succulents. The backyard features multiple covered patios, BBQ island, lowered patio w/ fire pit and built-in seating, and an above ground infinity edge spa. - [Modern Industrial Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-industrial-garden-pj-vj~6757304) - Location: Trabuco Canyon, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: Unique modern industrial garden in Orange County that features a larger outdoor kitchen w/ horizontal wood back drop and custom TV entertainment center. Garden also boasts a large spa with infinity edge water feature and raised fire pit seating area. Multiple gathering areas allow for large parties and intimate conversations with all features focusing on a gorgeous view out towards the Catalina Islands. - [Contemporary Pool & Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-pool-and-patio-pj-vj~6761007) - Location: Yorba Linda, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: A compact garden on a Yorba Linda hillside has two main terraces. One features an above ground pool w/ precast coping from Pacific Stone, a linear wall w/ two fire features, sunken patio w/ built-in seating, louvered Struxure patio cover, lounge area, and outdoor kitchen w/ bar. The lower terrace features a sun deck w/ chaise lounges and a putting green. All features capture the view into the hills beyond. - [Contemporary South Beach Pool & Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-south-beach-pool-and-garden-pj-vj~6777505) - Location: San Clemente, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: A Spanish style backyard remodel in San Clemente is design with a contemporary South Beach style in mind and features a simple rectangular pool, composite deck, precast pavers, sunken patio w/ built-in seating and fire pit, BBQ island, fountain, and multiple areas for dining, entertaining, and relaxing. - [Contemporary Estate Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-estate-garden-pj-vj~4338947) - Location: Fullerton, CA - Photos: 40 - Description: This large scale project involved a complete interior & exterior remodel to make sure the design & materials utilized were harmonious throughout. The interior remodel featured a new kitchen, mother-in-law living quarters, new master bedroom/ bathroom, new great room, new doors, new windows, & updates to all (3) guest bathrooms. The exterior featured a contemporary pool remodel, sunken fire pit, covered patio, BBQ island, built-in seating benches, & putting green. This home is ready for an amazin… - [Rustic Contemporary Backyard Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-contemporary-backyard-remodel-pj-vj~5997871) - Location: Yorba Linda, CA - Photos: 28 - Description: This home and garden became the ideal space to entertain for these clients. If it wasn’t enough to have one California room this property has two. Two separate covered entertainment spaces both featuring fireplaces, outdoor heaters, wet bar, TV’s, dining & lounge areas, and lighting for elegant ambiance allow for entertaining like no other. Another fire pit and seating featured in an upper pool deck level along with a pool and spa provide for other amenities that make this home feel like a resor… - [Contemporary Interior Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-interior-remodel-pj-vj~5532985) - Location: Fullerton, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: This 5,000 + S.F. home was completely gutted and remodeled featuring a semi-open concept with "see-through" fireplace along with updates to the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms. - [Contemporary Glass Tile Pool & Spa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-glass-tile-pool-and-spa-pj-vj~791591) - Location: Mission Viejo, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: This uniquely complex garden features an infinity edge pool/ spa completely tiled with glass tile from Lightstreams Glass Tile. Other features include a BBQ island, fire pit with built-in seating, and glass railing to preserve views. Limestone & travertine are used to provide a very elegant feel and large palm trees are utilized to provide scale and accent to the garden. Design by Studio H. - [Contemporary Garden w/ Outdoor Kitchen & Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-garden-w-outdoor-kitchen-and-fire-pit-pj-vj~5993289) - Location: Costa Mesa, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: A home situated on the bluffs of Costa Mesa overlooking the Santa Ana river and Catalina out in the distance became an amazing venue for entertainment. This garden has a sleek, contemporary feel with beachy vibes and features a BBQ island with integrated fire pit, lower level seating area with fire pit, a secondary fire pit in the front court yard, pizza oven, and above ground Jacuzzi. The project also has some in unique features such as cantilevered umbrellas from TUUCI, custom ipe gates, custo… - [Contemporary Lap Pool and Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-lap-pool-and-garden-pj-vj~6777513) - Location: San Juan Capistrano, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: This Spanish-Mediterranean style home's front yard and the backyard were remodeled in a more contemporary style with some Asian influence to reflect this home owner's vision. The front yard features a new courtyard with a fountain and fire pit. The backyard's pool was remodeled and features a water feature wall, BBQ island, and deck with patio cover. - [Contemporary Coastal Backyard & Interior Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-coastal-backyard-and-interior-remodel-pj-vj~3026137) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: A transitional garden takes full advantage of all useable space by utilizing a retaining wall system to push back the existing slope as far back as possible. The retaining wall is not only functional, but is used as a visual backdrop feature for the custom built-in spa, fire pit seating area, & BBQ island. The wall is softened with natural stone veneer, waterfall feature at the spa, & landscaping. In addition to the outdoor the elements the house interior is renovated by incorporating new door s… - [Modern Outdoor Entertaining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-outdoor-entertaining-pj-vj~5993281) - Location: Chino Hills, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: This small, but uniquely designed modern garden has some great features to include built-in seating, lounge area with fire pit, an aluminum opening-closing louvered roof system, and BBQ island with dining area. Materials & details such as natural ipe wood, poured in place concrete walls, horizontal fencing, corten steel planters, & glass partition make this project visually interesting - [Contemporary Mediterranean Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-mediterranean-remodel-pj-vj~5993244) - Location: Tustin, CA - Photos: 22 - Description: This home featured an existing pool that needed a facelift along with needing some additional entertainment space. The pool was updated with new natural stone veneer, tile, & pebble plaster while preserving the existing brick coping. Many of the existing walls & hardscape elements were preserved; however, this made the project a challenge in that we had to carefully integrate the new with the old and maintain continuity throughout. A large outdoor covered room separated from the home was designe… - [Farmhouse Style California Room & Pool Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-style-california-room-and-pool-remodel-pj-vj~5993178) - Location: Yorba Linda, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: This home had an existing pool that badly needed to be remodeled along with needing a space to entertain while protected from the outdoor elements. The pool was remodeled by integrating a new custom spa with water feature, updating all of the materials & finishes around the pool, and changing the entry into the pool with a new baja shelf. A large California room patio cover integrates a fireplace, outdoor kitchen with dining area, and lounge area for conversating, relaxing, and watching TV. A pu… - [Transitional Style California Room & Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/transitional-style-california-room-and-pool-pj-vj~5993218) - Location: Fullerton, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: An older home nestled in the city of Fullerton was in dire need of an update which included a complete backyard remodel and an interior remodel. The interior had tight quarters so walls were removed in order to create a great room feel. The dining room, family room, & kitchen were updated with new amenities, materials, & finishes to give a fresh look. The backyard boasts a large outdoor California room with wet bar and storage, a BBQ island, and pool with spa. Even though a lot of space was crea… - [Contemporary Farmhouse California Room & Pool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-farmhouse-california-room-and-pool-pj-vj~5993259) - Location: Santa Ana, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: This contemporary backyard with both traditional & farmhouse characteristics has become our clients favorite place of their home. A large California room patio cover that features comfortable lounge seating centered around a fireplace and outdoor kitchen makes this space an ideal place to relax and entertain. A ceiling fan and outdoor heaters help bring comfort from the outdoor temps and lighting provides some amazing ambiance throughout this garden at night. A pool with spa is another feature u… - [Modern Pool & Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-pool-and-patio-pj-vj~796652) - Location: Newport Beach, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: This modern minimalist pool is great place to entertain and take view of the Upper Newport Bay State Marine. It features a spa, BBQ island, (2) fire pits, & lounge decks on either side of the pool. The cantilevered umbrellas help to provide shelter from the outdoor elements as well as add visual interest. Design by Studio H. - [Contemporary Mediterranean Estate Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-mediterranean-estate-remodel-pj-vj~5993321) - Location: Santa Ana, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: A large backyard with a great view was updated with a large California room, pool with spa, & putting green. The California room features a BBQ island, dining & lounge areas, and fire pit for added visual & social interest. The pool was remodeled to give it a contemporary feel and a new custom spa with water feature was integrated. This project was all about preserving the distant views while providing multiple spaces to entertain guests. - [Mediterranean Pool & Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-pool-and-garden-pj-vj~791333) - Location: Tustin, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: A garden is uniquely positioned to take advantage of the limited space. The forty five degree angles create viewing corridors and carefully balance the featured elements that include a solid roof pergola, sunken patio with fireplace, pool and spa with water feature, and custom arbor. This Tustin garden incorporates plant materials such as Olive trees, Citrus, boxwood, and sages that lend themselves to a Spanish feel. Tiles and stones with rich colors and warm tones reinforce this California ecle… - [Coastal Style Entry & Backyard Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-style-entry-and-backyard-remodel-pj-vj~5993302) - Location: Placentia, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: This project was a blend of traditional characteristics and a coastal vibe. The front yard was updated to enhance the curb appeal, create a more inviting entry, and develop a space within a courtyard that could be used for intimate gatherings and just enjoying the outdoors. The backyard got a simple update with a new paver patio and landscaping. Outdoor lighting really add to the ambiance of this garden. [See all 49 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/conscious-environments-inc-pfvwus-pf~1577420188) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/1165761511.m3u8?s=53ce470ef081ff18f503fa3024312e3237025c9a&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of landscape design projects do you specialize in?** We specialize in comprehensive landscape and architectural design, master planning, and creating stunning indoor/outdoor living spaces. Our projects range from custom water features, fire pits, and bocce ball courts to drought-tolerant landscapes, garden design, and complete pool and patio designs. We also handle architectural elements like California Rooms and outdoor kitchens. **Do you offer design-only services or full project coordination?** We offer both design-only services and full project coordination. As a licensed general, landscape, and pool construction company, we can take your project from initial design concepts all the way through construction and even provide ongoing maintenance, ensuring a seamless process for you. **Do you create detailed planting and layout plans?** Yes, we absolutely create detailed planting and layout plans as part of our comprehensive design services. Our expertise in Garden Design and Landscape Design, combined with our ability to produce Construction Drawings and Masterplans, ensures every detail of your outdoor space is meticulously planned and documented for a beautiful and functional outcome. **Do you design outdoor living spaces such as patios and outdoor kitchens?** Absolutely! Designing exceptional outdoor living spaces is a core part of what we do. We specialize in creating custom patios, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, and custom fireplaces. We also design unique California Rooms, ensuring your outdoor areas are perfectly integrated and functional for entertaining and relaxation. **Do you design drought-tolerant or sustainable landscapes?** Yes, we are highly experienced in designing beautiful and sustainable drought-tolerant landscapes. Given our Southern California roots, we understand the importance of water conservation and can create stunning outdoor spaces that thrive with minimal water, blending aesthetics with ecological responsibility. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Community Q&A **Q: custom fireplace?** *(in Photo Questions)* I love this! Can you please tell me what was used to build this? Did you purchase a particular fire box or System? Does this need venting up top? A: This was built out of steel framing, stone, and "live edge" wood hearth. No firebox used althought I would consult with your engineer/ architect and local governing agency to determine best approach for permitting. **Q: Black metal fence?** *(in Photo Questions)* Who makes this metal fence? A: You can hire a company who specializes in iron works to fabricate. This is a custom gate. **Q: cabinets material** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi there, love your design. What did you use for your bbq area? A: The BBQ island is constructed with pre-manuf. cabinets by Brown Jordan/ Danver. **Q: who made your keypad lock** *(in Photo Questions)* Interested in your smart lock A: It was a Schlage smart lock. Unfortunately, we don't have the model \#. **Q: What are the ceiling supports made of? Real wood? Composite product?** *(in Photo Questions)* Curious about the brown ceiling supports. What are they made of? Thanks. A: Hello Roza, The beams are Doug Fir S4S wood, painted. This is standard wood type construction for most patio solid roof patio covers. **Q: Who is the make of this retractable pergola?** *(in Photo Questions)* I really like the retractable pergola. Who is the manufacturer and their contact information? What is the model? I really appreciat the info. A: www.struxure.com --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-17.*