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address: "Carlsbad, CA, Carlsbad, California 92011, United States"
latitude: 33.1072
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# Hamilton Design Group - Landscape Architecture

Original Houzz profile: [Hamilton Design Group - Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/hamilton-design-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~344028309)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers
- **Location:** Carlsbad, CA
- **Serves:** Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, San Marcos, La Costa, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Cardiff By The Sea, Del Mar, Fairbanks Ranch, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar Heights San Diego, Ranch Santa Fe
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (22 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2014–2022), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 500 Ideabook Saves

The Hamilton Design Group is experienced in a wide variety of project types and sizes, we have the ability to ensure thoughtful landscape design solutions that are unique and responsive to the characteristics of each site while reflecting your lifestyle and taste. We strive to exceed client expectations and provide an exceptional level of service.

### Services Provided

- Landscape Design
- Garden Design
- Hardscaping
- Landscape Plans
- Patio Design
- Drought Tolerant Landscaping
- Site Planning
- Pool Landscaping
- Custom Fire Pits
- Swimming Pool Design
- Custom Water Features
- Design Consultation
- Outdoor Lighting Design
- Deck Design
- 3D Rendering
- Project Management
- Drafting
- Edible Gardens
- Custom Bocce Ball Courts

### Areas Served

- Oceanside
- Carlsbad
- Vista
- San Marcos
- La Costa
- Encinitas
- Solana Beach
- Cardiff By The Sea
- Del Mar
- Fairbanks Ranch
- Rancho Santa Fe
- Del Mar Heights San Diego
- Ranch Santa Fe

### Typical Job Cost

Project prices vary depending on scope of work, size of project, submittal requirements, etc.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Hamilton Design Group - Landscape Architecture |
| Address | Carlsbad, CA, Carlsbad, California 92011, United States |
| Phone | (760) 277-1500 |
| Website | http://www.hamiltondg.com |
| License Number | CA Landscape Architect \# 5931 |
| Followers on Houzz | 65 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Hamilton Design Group - Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/hamilton-design-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~344028309)
- **Website:** http://www.hamiltondg.com
- **Phone:** (760) 277-1500

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- - Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
- - California Licensed Landscape Architect \# 5931

- **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2014–2022), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 22 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — gredding23, April 2023**

> Scott did a great job understanding what we were looking for in our backyard redesign. He helped us work with some of the big items that were outdated - our pool and helped us figure out a way to update the look. His plans were great and really aided in great communication with our landscaping company.

**Comment from Hamilton Design Group - Landscape Architecture:**

> Thank you for the opportunity to create something that you and the family will enjoy for years to come!

**★★★★★ — Arcadian Landscape, March 2023**

> Scott really understands his clients wants and needs. He designed a landscape that I installed. The clients were boasting about him the whole time we were working at their house.
> The plants he picked out were perfect. And the hardscaoe style was on point!

**★★★★★ — T McNally, Jan. 2022**

> We hired Scott to design our full yard remodel and we are so happy with the results. He listened to our wishes and designed the perfect outdoor living space for our family. His ideas transformed our backyard into a peaceful paradise that we enjoy daily.

**★★★★★ — Sarah (Oceanside/Carlsbad), April 2021**

> We’re so glad we found Scott to create landscape plans for our new home! He has a great eye for design and his thoughtful recommendations met all of our requirements - from maximizing the use of our space and selecting the appropriate plants to all of the details in-between. He provided beautiful, yet practical solutions within our budget. We have been so pleased with our design and experience that we have recommend Scott to other friends/family - and they’ve hired him, too!

**★★★★★ — Marty Duddy, Feb. 2021**

> Scott came highly recommended from friends who worked with him on the design of their landscape in Cielo and he did not disappoint. From the start, Scott understood our vision, made great recommendations and then was able to translate all of that into very detailed plans that were approved by our HOA. Living in Aviara (Carlsbad) and having a new landscape planning reviewer, I can tell you that it was no small matter to get those plans approved by the HOA. Scott patiently worked to resolve comments. The company that did the actual installation commented on how good the plans were. The end result was/is beautiful - even better than we expected and we are constantly getting compliments from neighbors and passerby's who have gone out of their way to comment on how nice it the yard looks.  Thanks for all the great work Scott!

**★★★★★ — Elizabeth Fong, Aug. 2019**

> Scott was referred to us by a friend. We bought a new place and needed a landscape design for the HOA. We wanted a BBQ island, firepit, and putting green. Everything else we left up to Scott to design for us so that it would be low maintenance while satisfying all the requirements of our HOA. As we have a strict HOA, there were multiple design revisions and asks that went above and beyond your usual landscape design. Scott kept his cool the entire time and delivered all that the HOA requested, including monitoring the work of our landscape contractor to ensure that the work was to the design. Scott's easy to work with, reliable, and has great design ideas. Love that boulder wall!

**★★★★★ — HU-470641687, Nov. 2018**

> Scott worked with us on a challenging and complicated design. The results were amazing and we are very happy. Scott was great to work with and he really listened to our design ideas. Highly recommended!

**★★★★★ — Matt Yahr, Oct. 2018**

> Scott was able to design an amazing backyard for our new home. He met us and walked the backyard when it was all dirt. He took our very basic requirements and wish list and crafted a design which my wife and I loved. Each component (fire pit, overhand, patio, garden box) was perfect proportioned and everything was very well balanced in both its placement and size for our yard. Scott was extremely helpful and willing to work with the HOA guidelines required by our development and produced exactly the documentation needed for our project to get approved. Scott was easily reachable via phone and email during the design phase of our project. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a landscape architect.

**★★★★★ — Bill Harris, May 2018**

> Scott did a great job of designing my yard. He's easy to work with and completed the design promptly. He should have a show called Yard Rescue.

**★★★★★ — Thomas Johnson, Jan. 2018**

> Working with Scott was a great professional experience.  I debated about wanting to bring in a design group or just rely on my builder.  Im very happy I found & used Scott.  First & foremost he was very good:  great ideas, able to implement them into a design, able to add logic of what will/wont work & steer toward what our budget was.  Also he was & remains very responsive, on time & a pleasure to work with.  Im happy I budgeted for his design & we even went further & had 3D color renderings created, which has ultimately helped me get better quotes from builders & finally exactly the design I wanted in the first place.  Very happy with Scott & this whole process

**★★★★★ — User, Dec. 2017**

> We are very happy with the beautiful, usable space Scott designed for us.  We explained what features we were looking for and he fit in all of the elements and made the space aesthetically pleasing.  He was pleasant to work with and made revisions for us.  I would highly recommend Scott for landscape design.

**★★★★★ — Tanya R, Sept. 2017**

> Hamilton Design Group was great to work with. As a design professional who has built several new homes, I knew what I wanted in our landscape design and provided Scott with a sketch on paper.  He took that sketch and put it into the format our HOA approval committee required. It made the entire process smooth and hassle free. I have recommended Hamilton Design Group to many of our neighbors and will continue to based on our positive experience.

## Selected projects

- [Bay Collection Make Over](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bay-collection-make-over-pj-vj~7627557)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 7
- [Contemporary Cloudbreak](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-cloudbreak-pj-vj~6417319)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Front Yard Update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-yard-update-pj-vj~7627564)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 2
- [Bressi Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bressi-ranch-pj-vj~7032625)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [La Costa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/la-costa-pj-vj~6417269)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Upper Cielo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/upper-cielo-rancho-santa-fe-ca-pj-vj~6034743)
  - Location: Rancho Santa Fe, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Rancho Pasadena](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rancho-pasadena-pj-vj~6034697)
  - Location: Vista, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Stonesteps Way](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stonesteps-way-pj-vj~2157434)
  - Location: Encinitas, CA
  - Photos: 9
- [Coastal Carlsbad Farm House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/coastal-carlsbad-farm-house-pj-vj~1683756)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 8
- [Cherry Hill Dr.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cherry-hill-dr-pj-vj~960197)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 6
- [Mediterranean Retreat - Carlsbad](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-retreat-carlsbad-pj-vj~505162)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 7
- [Private Residence, Carlsbad](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/private-residence-carlsbad-pj-vj~279588)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Point Loma Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/point-loma-remodel-pj-vj~283753)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 5
- [Glen Ave.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glen-ave-pj-vj~283598)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 4
- [Craftsman Flare with a side of Bocce](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-flare-with-a-side-of-bocce-pj-vj~280522)
  - Location: Carlsbad, CA
  - Photos: 6

[See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/hamilton-design-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~344028309)

## Ideabooks

- [bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23082446/list/bathroom) — 8 ideas
- [Magnolia](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126309515/list/magnolia) — 2 ideas
- [Outdoors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/111684412/list/outdoors) — 2 ideas
- [Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/110935757/list/kitchen) — 11 ideas
- [MacLellan - Plants](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108674501/list/maclellan-plants) — 4 ideas
- [Wainie Patio Cover](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90928181/list/wainie-patio-cover) — 4 ideas
- [Wagner](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/73980240/list/wagner) — 4 ideas
- [Pavers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57052941/list/pavers) — 2 ideas
- [Garrett - San Juan Capistrano](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45194076/list/garrett-san-juan-capistrano) — 1 idea
- [wolchko](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20566329/list/wolchko) — 5 ideas
- [fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4214012/list/fireplace) — 1 idea
- [walkway](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/353506/list/walkway) — 2 ideas
- [spa/pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/187948/list/spa-pools) — 1 idea
- [farnum](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/187947/list/farnum) — 1 idea
- [MODERN](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164725/list/modern) — 2 ideas
- [denis](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/79104/list/denis) — 5 ideas
- [hamiltondesigngroup's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49141/list/hamiltondesigngroup-s-ideas) — 8 ideas

[See all 17 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/hamiltondesigngroup)

## Community Q&A

**Q: What color are these pavers? Are they Veranastone?** *(in Photo Questions)*

I would like to use this color for my pool deck.

A: Thank you! Nice looking products

**Q: Where would I buy a fountain urn like this** *(in Photo Questions)*

We are interested in buying a large fountain urn, such as the one pictured here. These seem difficult to come by. Is anyone able to help?
Thanks

A: Check with the Madd Potter, Encinitas or Fallbrook

**Q: Dimensions?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Please share the dimensions of the court and whether you find it works or not.

A: Thank you! You do have to account for drainage. We put 1 area drain at each end of the court and there is a common pitch away from the house and the corners aimed towards  those drains. And yes the surface is flat. Ideally you would want to allow your playing surface to dry out. I think placement/sun & shade exposure is an important consideration when building one if possible.

**Q: Beautiful! How long did this project take?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Thanks! The project took about 4 to 5 weeks to complete.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-18.*