--- title: "Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/randy-thueme-design-inc-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436304534 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~436304534.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6a23659b0c3e5b10_5333-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "156 South Park Street, San Francisco, California 94107, United States" latitude: 37.7621 longitude: -122.3971 phone: "(415) 495-1178" website: http://randythuemedesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 1 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 812 last_updated: 2026-08-25 --- # Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/randy-thueme-design-inc-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436304534) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** San Francisco, CA - **Serves:** San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, Palo Alto, Saratoga, Lafayette, Mill Valley, Piedmont, Tiburon, Los Altos Hills, Sausalito, Atherton, Woodside, Portola Valley, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Belvedere, Belvedere Tiburon, Carmel, Healdsberg - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2012–2026), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - 100,000 Ideabook Saves Randy Thueme Design Inc. is a Landscape Architectural design studio located in Union Square on Grant Avenue in San Francisco. Randy Thueme established the office in 1991 and has created a portfolio of unique works ranging in scale from small city gardens to large acreage properties. At Randy Thueme Design Inc. we work closely with other design consultants and experienced builders to respond sincerely to each client, their unique needs, property, and community. Consideration of the family, household and pets are of primary importance in seeking to seamlessly weave a residence to a particular site. We observe, question, and analyze the natural conditions and manmade criteria to reveal the possibilities and find the unexpected. The result of our design explorations is enhanced by association with thoughtful architecture, interior design, art and engineering. Randy Thueme Design Inc. strives for distinct designs that are carefully composed, richly detailed and heighten awareness of the elements in outdoor space. ### 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 - Gazebo Design & Construction - Deck Design - Edible Gardens - Custom Bocce Ball Courts ### Areas Served - San Jose - San Francisco - Oakland - Berkeley - Alameda - Palo Alto - Saratoga - Lafayette - Mill Valley - Piedmont - Tiburon - Los Altos Hills - Sausalito - Atherton - Woodside - Portola Valley - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Belvedere - Belvedere Tiburon - Carmel - Healdsberg ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture | | Address | 156 South Park Street, San Francisco, California 94107, United States | | Phone | (415) 495-1178 | | Website | http://randythuemedesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 812 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/randythuemedesign/ - Blog — www.randythuemedesign.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/randy-thueme-design-inc-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436304534) - **Website:** http://randythuemedesign.com - **Phone:** (415) 495-1178 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2012–2026), for Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review** ### All 1 review **★★★★★ — Kirsten, July 2013** > Randy converted an unused pasture into a outdoor pool and living area in our home in rural Western Washington. The challenge was to make a new lap pool fit into the otherwise rustic landscape. He did a marvelous job of designing the space and fitting the new structures into the existing landscape. The result is practical and beautiful. I can't recommend him highly enough. ## Selected projects - [Finding Zen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/finding-zen-pj-vj~7586615) - Location: Los Altos Hills, CA - Photos: 24 - [Healdsburg](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/healdsburg-pj-vj~2501418) - Location: Healdsburg, CA - Photos: 17 - Description: As a vacation retreat for the adult members of the large family, a modernist home nestled among heritage Oaks was resurrected and enlarged. Upon completion the contemporary hilltop home fully realized the potential of its striking setting. The top to bottom makeover included the addition of extensive outdoor spaces tailored to the indoor rooms using roughly cast concrete walls, precast concrete and bluestone flooring, subdued lighting and robust planting. Newly realized features of the expansive… - [Then and Now](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/then-and-now-pj-vj~7586662) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 28 - [Calistoga](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/calistoga-pj-vj~2511856) - Location: Calistoga, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: A modern retreat - home, guesthouse and carport - is tucked into the remote hills above Calistoga. Modest industrial materials, careful siting and landscape design connects the structures with the land. Located on a steep, wooded site, the compound is revealed through an approach up a long road and winding driveway. The drive leads to a spacious courtyard, carefully designed to accommodate emergency vehicle turnaround. From this courtyard, an entry walk passes through a clipped hedge and garden… - [Urban Attitude](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/urban-attitude-pj-vj~7582104) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 10 - [Palo Alto 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-2-pj-vj~2492944) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: The condition of this bungalow and it surrounds did not align with the distinctive style of the occupants, a young family deeply rooted in the charming neighborhood. The makeover included a new outward oriented arrival including a front yard gathering space and the addition of a front porch and canopy. Other improvements to the house included new windows, roof and siding. The contemporary theme of the project comes to full expression in the rear yard. Here family and friends enjoy outdoor meals,… - [Contemporary Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-revival-pj-vj~7590637) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 13 - [Palo Alto 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-1-pj-vj~4624) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: Meticulous design, spare color and restrained material choices define the landscape for this home. The site design unified two parcels – with the new home occupying one parcel and the rear yard of the second. An adjacent bungalow and numerous mature trees were preserved. Working with an unconventionally sited pool – the private second floor spaces span the water – provided dramatic opportunities for the landscape. Sculpture from the owner’s collection was incorporated into the overall plan. Gree… - [Healdsburg 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/healdsburg-2-pj-vj~2511628) - Location: Healdsburg, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: A rambling farmhouse began its life as two separate buildings - subsequently cobbled together as one. The new owners brought the crumbling structure back to life, painting it vintage red, as lodging for children and grandchildren visiting from Texas. The renewal of the landscape took advantage of the home's siting among orchards, vineyards and meadows with an adjacent pool, tennis court and petanque court. The renovated pool was preserved in a relaxed setting where groundcover fills slots betwee… - [Los Altos Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-altos-hills-pj-vj~1657242) - Location: Los Altos, CA - Photos: 14 - Description: Nestled into a large lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this home provides a welcoming setting for family life and social gatherings. The clients previous home on the site was demolished. Their new home, all on one level, takes full advantage of the spacious site. Contemporary architecture is complemented with landscape to create modern spaces which flow from outside to inside. A food and flower producing garden takes advantage of the intimate side of the home. An expansive terrace and pool were de… - [Contemporary Craftsmen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-craftsmen-pj-vj~7587216) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 14 - [Corralitos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corralitos-pj-vj~2512177) - Location: Corralitos, CA - Photos: 13 - [Maybeck Twin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maybeck-twin-pj-vj~5410914) - Location: Berkeley, CA - Photos: 20 - Description: Modern detailing combined with restored interior wood finishes and an opened floor plan bring this mid-century home forward while maintaining the warmth of its Maybeck-inspired roots. The whole house renovation includes structural and systems upgrades, as well as all new steel windows and doors, creating a feeling of sturdy elegance. James G. Stavoy, Architect Bryn Brugioni Interior Design Susann Thomason Tunick, Interior Design Randy Thueme Design, Landscape Architect Mariko Reed, Photographer - [Kentfield](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kentfield-pj-vj~2505160) - Location: Kentfield, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: In 1977 RTD developed the master plan for a phased renovation of this heavily wooded hillside property. In 2000 a stone terrace and wood deck beneath large, existing Oak trees were added in conjunction with a kitchen renovation. In 2002, the main house was renovated and an expansive main terrace and pool added. A new garage with storage, arrival court, Wisteria arbor, stepped pathways, vegetable garden and landscape renovations followed in 2003. - [Atherton](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atherton-pj-vj~27601) - Location: Atherton, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: Swimming, poolside gatherings and play are central to the life of this young family of five. For their newly built home, the husband and wife knew they wanted a lap size pool where the kids could learn to swim and practice. They also envisioned casual pool parties and events - many that would extend into the evening. An expansive lawn, ample sun-drenched terraces, a pool house, a covered outdoor kitchen, shaded seating areas below arbors and trees, an outdoor fire, play structures, a sport court… - [Pacific Heights](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pacific-heights-pj-vj~4623) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 12 - Description: This garden, tucked into rising topography behind a vintage Pacific Heights home, measures 19 ft x 32 ft. The client sought a pleasant space to linger as well as appreciate from indoors. She wanted something unexpected while preserving four spindly Birch trees screening her from an adjacent multistory home. RTD took a gestural approach to the garden - one that reflected the client's passion as a major collector of Japanese calligraphy and ink painting. The concept was to wrap the space, includin… - [Carmel Highlands](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-highlands-pj-vj~4634) - Location: Carmel Highlands, CA - Photos: 13 - Description: Working closely with the client and design team, RTD created a landscape that anchors the new residence to the rugged ocean side site, taking advantage of spectacular views and steep topography. Spaces were designed for the private needs of the family, social gatherings, play and the placement of sculpture. Landscape materials include concrete, limestone, granite, Corten steel, stainless steel, wood, water and fire. Plantings suitable to the ocean environment are woven throughout the composition… - [Contemporary Los Altos Hills Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-los-altos-hills-custom-home-pj-vj~1241550) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 - Description: This clean, open-concept home was built around a family that loves to cook and entertain. Architect: Louie Leu Architect, Inc. Landscape: Randy Thueme Design Interior Design: Louie Leu Architect, Inc. Photography: Redwood Design Photography - [Piedmont](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/piedmont-pj-vj~4652) - Location: Piedmont, CA - Photos: 18 - Description: This property is located on a corner lot of a quiet cul-de-sac, shielded from neighboring properties by topography and groves of California Oaks. The client sought to expand the use of the yard for entertaining and for young children to play by removing an outdated swimming pool. A large terrace along the length of the home is shaded by a new pavilion, with a fireplace and seating area at one end. The lawn, two steps down from the terrace, provides a soft play area and free access to a play stru… - [Aptos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/aptos-pj-vj~4626) - Location: Aptos, CA - Photos: 15 - Description: This contemporary home occupies a site above Aptos with expansive views of the Monterey Bay. The landscape plan placed amenities and paths to preserve views and accommodate outdoor living on a steep and dramatic site. From the street, custom designed stainless steel gates open onto a long drive into the site. The pedestrian route to the house begins with its own gate, and a path through a fruiting Olive grove to the front door. Upon entering the house, views of a fountain unfold with Monterey Ba… [See all 26 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/randy-thueme-design-inc-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436304534) ## Ideabooks - [fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8759930/list/fireplace) — 18 ideas - [out door kit cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56421262/list/out-door-kit-cabinets) — 11 ideas - [recycled wood](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24892050/list/recycled-wood) — 19 ideas - [deck](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8762412/list/deck) — 2 ideas - [glass rail](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8760462/list/glass-rail) — 1 idea - [pools](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/308832/list/pools) — 15 ideas [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/randythueme) ## Community Q&A **Q: Can I get the copper panneling in Australia** *(in Photo Questions)* Pacific Heights - San Francisco A: the material is custom perforated and cut. you'll need to find a professional to help you. **Q: Is the grass irrigated or dryland pasture grass?** *(in Photo Questions)* The best landscape architecture I have seen in a long, long time. Stunning, sensitive and amazing. How on earth did they get Andy Goldsworthy to come out and do a personal project? A: Red Fescue The owners hired him through his San Francisco representation gallery. **Q: border of patio** *(in Photo Questions)* what material is used to make the border of patio? A: poured concrete, integral color, acid wash - and great craftsmanship **Q: Pavers?** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of pavers are these? Thanks. A: Pacific Interlock - Hydro-flo **Q: Fire pit from where please?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love this fire pit where is it from? A: Custom designed and fabricated. **Q: Is this tile or carpet on the ground?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: limestone --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-25.*