--- title: "Lost West — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/lost-west-pfvwus-pf~251796152 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~251796152.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Lost West" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d933b178007ebfcc_9684-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Los Angeles, California 90041, United States" phone: "(323) 258-8214" website: http://www.lostwest.com rating: 5 review_count: 4 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 168 last_updated: 2026-09-02 --- # Lost West Original Houzz profile: [Lost West](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/lost-west-pfvwus-pf~251796152) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA - **Serves:** Los Angeles, North Glendale, Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Universal City, Alhambra, North Hollywood, Altadena, San Gabriel, Temple City, South Pasadena, La Crescenta-Montrose, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South San Gabriel, East Pasadena, Hollywood, La Canada Flintridge, La Crescenta, Montrose - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - 10,000 Ideabook Saves For over 25 years LOST WEST has provided landscape architecture and landscape construction services of the highest quality to a multitude of clients throughout southern California from our two locations in Los Angeles and Carlsbad. Be they homeowners, engineers, architects, developers, or institutions, all of our clients have come to appreciate our thoughtful and detail oriented design approach to the creation of their exterior environments. In addition, our use of California native and water saving plant materials in our designs, as well as our pioneering use of low-flow and low-gallonage irrigation systems over our entire history in practice has meant water and cost savings for our clients, whether in times of drought or abundance. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Deck Building - Fence Installation - Trellis Construction - fence installation & repair - trellis & pergola construction ### Areas Served - Los Angeles - North Glendale - Glendale - Pasadena - Burbank - Universal City - Alhambra - North Hollywood - Altadena - San Gabriel - Temple City - South Pasadena - La Crescenta-Montrose - San Marino - Sierra Madre - South San Gabriel - East Pasadena - Hollywood - La Canada Flintridge - La Crescenta - Montrose ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Lost West | | Address | Los Angeles, California 90041, United States | | Phone | (323) 258-8214 | | Website | http://www.lostwest.com | | License Number | C27,C53-595215, CLA 2973 | | Followers on Houzz | 168 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Lost West](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/lost-west-pfvwus-pf~251796152) - **Website:** http://www.lostwest.com - **Phone:** (323) 258-8214 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - California Department of Rehabilitation - "Building A Better Future" CompetitionPasadena Beautiful Foundation - "Urban Design Award"Los Angeles Garden Show - "Garden of Distinction", "Best Sustainable Design", and "Most Water Efficient Design" - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews** ### All 4 reviews **★★★★★ — Penelope Kirby, Dec. 2016** > Completely transformed our front and back yard. We were very impressed with the professionalism of the workers. The very large pergola they put up is amazing. I would recommend them for any landscaping needs. **★★★★★ — krigberg, April 2013** > We can't say enough about Paul and the Lost West team. They COMPLETELY transformed our depressing cement back yard into a lovely oasis that we will enjoy for many years to come. Once they began, they came every workday until it was done (rather than juggling several jobs at the same time and disappearing for weeks at a time). The project came in on budget and there were always discussions about how to work more economically on one or another aspect of the design. We will definitely hire them again! **★★★★★ — thomaswalsh, April 2013** > Lostwest landscaped our front yard and installed an Endless Pool and complete hardscape in the back yard. All of it was handled with great care and attention to detail. It's been over ten years since they did the major installation and everything remains alive and well. if ever a problem has ever arisen Paul has reminded very responsive and helpful. > > Paul Nota's knowledge of plant materials is extensive and his creative instincts are very very good. **★★★★★ — sailor22, April 2013** > To everyone with a yard ! > You should see mine. Paul Nota and his Lost West team gave us a beautiful view to admire in both the front and back yards. He took our backyard from a blank canvas to the south of France. My back yard has an in-ground, tiled, rectangle pool centered in the view with a provincial grey pebble surround. The yard is flanked with greenery and a unique basket-weave fence constructed by Paul. All of the plants he brought in 5 years ago are still thriving and right now in full bloom. We are living with orange blossoms and lavender scents among other herbs and perennials. > Our front yard was mostly planted at the time, but not doing well. Paul put in a professional grade watering system and added more plants. It was such a pleasure and so easy to work with Paul. I highly recommend Lost West to improve your home and garden. ## Selected projects - [Pools and Spas by Lost West Pools](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pools-and-spas-by-lost-west-pools-pj-vj~199133) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 47 - [Eagle Rock 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eagle-rock-2-pj-vj~6691591) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Eagle Rock](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eagle-rock-pj-vj~98149) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 3 - [Los Feliz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-feliz-pj-vj~1943766) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 8 - [Beverly Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beverly-hills-pj-vj~97829) - Location: Beverly Hills, CA - Photos: 4 - [Studio City 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/studio-city-2-pj-vj~1802327) - Location: North Hollywood, CA - Photos: 8 - [Santa Monica 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-monica-2-pj-vj~1248263) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Studio City](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/studio-city-pj-vj~559661) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Santa Monica](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/santa-monica-pj-vj~98070) - Location: Santa Monica, CA - Photos: 8 - [Palisades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palisades-pj-vj~97849) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 4 - [Garden Details Portfolio 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-details-portfolio-2-pj-vj~99001) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 12 - [Garden Details Portfolio 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-details-portfolio-1-pj-vj~98993) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 12 - [Caledonia Way](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/caledonia-way-pj-vj~98187) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 3 - [Vincent Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vincent-avenue-pj-vj~98177) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 4 - [Toluca Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/toluca-lake-pj-vj~98170) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 3 - [Canyon Country](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/canyon-country-pj-vj~98168) - Location: Canyon Country, CA - Photos: 3 - [Silver Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silver-lake-pj-vj~98159) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: Set in the hills above Silver Lake, this garden utilizes changes in elevation to create a variety of patios and terraces connected by stone steps and walkways. Project designed by L.A. Design Associates, Los Angeles - [Shirley Lane](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shirley-lane-pj-vj~98097) - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Photos: 4 - [San Marcos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-marcos-pj-vj~98109) - Location: San Marcos, CA - Photos: 4 - [Manhattan Beach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manhattan-beach-pj-vj~97810) - Location: Manhattan Beach, CA - Photos: 5 [See all 24 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/lost-west-pfvwus-pf~251796152) ## Ideabooks - [Iredell](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54304095/list/iredell) — 3 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/lostwest) ## Community Q&A **Q: Hi, what are the dimension of your pool (inside length, width)?** *(in Photo Questions)* I'm considering an endless pool, but also have a small yard (I live in Santa Monica). Endless pool has several dimension options. Is yours the standard 7x14? I'm trying to get a sense of what that looks like and whether it's still functional to go shorter on the length. A: This particular pool was 8' x 14' **Q: what is the size of this pool ?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: 7' x 14' **Q: What is the brand of the swim spa that was used in this photo?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It is an 'Endless Pool' www.endlesspools.com **Q: size????** *(in Photo Questions)* size? A: 8' x 14' x 4-1/2' deep **Q: Pool info** *(in Photo Questions)* Is this an endless pool? And color of pool surface please... A: This is a Regular gunite & plastered pool with an Endless Pool 'Fastlane' attached to the front wall **Q: What kind of stone on stairs?** *(in Photo Questions)* What stone was used on the stairs ? A: The stairs have tile on them. Not sure what type because there were existing before we started the project --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-02.*