--- title: "Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/stack-rock-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~470132985 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~470132985.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c773b3f10109c8b1_8986-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "404 S. 8th Street #154, Boise, Idaho 83702, United States" latitude: 43.6322 longitude: -116.2052 phone: "(208) 345-0500" website: http://www.stackrockgroup.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 12 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 268 last_updated: 2026-09-01 --- # Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/stack-rock-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~470132985) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Boise, ID - **Serves:** Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Garden City, Sun Valley, jackson hole, Montana, park city, salt lake city - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (12 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2014–2021), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - High-end - Offers Custom Work OFFICES IN BOISE, IDAHO AND SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH Boise, Idaho and Salt Lake City's Premiere Landscape Architecture and Landscape Design Firm. Stack Rock Group is a quirky and collaborative Landscape Architecture firm based in Boise, Idaho. We’re creative visionaries who see what others can’t - possibilities. We set each project’s foundation by skillfully asking the right the questions in helping our clients clarify their personal and business goals, needs, wants and desires. SRG guides general contractors, construction managers, homeowners, landscape contractors, building contractors, building architects, real estate developers, corporations, institutions, municipalities, wineries and vineyards through each project providing individual attention and every step of the way. Our collaborative, thoughtful process helps our clients grow their businesses, increases project sustainability, positively influences the way people interact with the built environment, increases property value, creates environments where people thrive in lifestyle and livelihood and makes the neighbors jealous. Contact us with any landscape questions. Conversations and consultations are always free: BOISE: (208) 345-0500 SALT LAKE CITY: (801) 572-5260 ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Swimming Pool Design - Design Consultation - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - 3D Rendering - Project Management - Drafting - Organic Gardens - Shed Design & Construction - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Artificial Living Walls - Green Roofing - Construction Drawings - design concepts - landscape architecture - landscape desgn ### Areas Served - Boise - Meridian - Eagle - Garden City - Sun Valley - jackson hole - Montana - park city - salt lake city ### Typical Job Cost $500 - 50,000 We offer a free consultation where we will discuss your project's goals and desires. After our initial consultation we will give you a detailed proposal itemizing our services necessary to complete your project. Every project is different. Every project is custom. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture | | Address | 404 S. 8th Street \#154, Boise, Idaho 83702, United States | | Phone | (208) 345-0500 | | Website | http://www.stackrockgroup.com | | Followers on Houzz | 268 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/stackrockgroup - X (Twitter) — http://www.twitter.com/stackrockgroup - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/company/stack-rock-group - Blog — http://www.stackrockgroup.com/Blog.html ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/stack-rock-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~470132985) - **Website:** http://www.stackrockgroup.com - **Phone:** (208) 345-0500 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Licensed and insured to practice Landscape Architecture in the great state of Idaho, Utah, and other states as well. - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2014–2021), for Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207) - [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 12 reviews** ### All 12 reviews **★★★★★ — Emily Rich, April 2020** > Stack Rock did an excellent job drafting up my landscape plans. Have really appreciated working with Will. I look forward to continue our landscaping plans. **★★★★★ — Dustin Lance, Nov. 2017** > Resolved concerns related to pool design to my satisfaction. They were willing to listen and help. Thanks for your time. **Comment from Stack Rock Group - Landscape Architecture:** > Hi Dustin, > > We're very sorry to hear you had a negative experience. > > There seems to be some confusion on how the design process works. We would love to clear that up: > > The landscape design concepts and landscape master plan you hired us to create is the first phase of the design process where we work together to figure out the site, design possibilities and determine the overall vision for the project. Landscape design concepts and landscape master plans are not intended for and should never be substituted for landscape construction documents. Landscape design concepts and landscape master plans lack the details and specifics required for city submittal. > > The landscape construction document phase is where we address the slope design, grading, material selection and numerous other elements of a project. Often times during this phase we create detailed 3D models of the site to ensure proper slope and grading design. This is also where we prepare the necessary documents for city submittal ensuring codes and engineering requirements are met. Had we been given the opportunity to finish the design and prepare it for city submittal we can assure you the end product would have been legal and beautiful. > > We appreciate the feedback. You and the rest of our clients mean the world to us - we wouldn't be where we are without you. > > -Your friends at Stack Rock Group **★★★★★ — Michele, Dec. 2015** > We contacted Will Howard at Stack Rock last summer when we decided to remove the landscape provisions from the builder's contract for our custom home in Eagle and hire a landscape architect to do the work right. At that point we were behind the 8-ball for time frames with only three months to home occupancy and so it put Will, Krisjan and Jesse, the three people we worked with at Stack Rock, in that same position. We were grateful to all of them for the top notch design that addressed challenges due to lot arrangement and also that my husband and I, having had three custom homes and landscape designs done in the past in other states, had specific preferences for plant materials but also needed expert input from the Stack Rock folks on what works here. We also needed to achieve privacy on sides as the lot is narrow and our home was right at setbacks, but also to keep open outlooks to the Greenbelt behind our home and Bogus to the east as the lot is deep. Since I have MS and need to have accessible surfaces and minimal slopes and cross slopes on pathways, those all had to be factored into the design as well; my husband and I had absolute confidence in the Stack Rock team to get that right and they did. Within a couple of weeks of our first meeting Stack Rock delivered three or four creative conceptual plans for the landscape design, all organically related to the house and setting and yet all unique from each other. We choose the plan we liked best and they worked to bring it from concept to a biddable design in the next six weeks. (As aside I'll note that the general contractor said when he submits landscape plans to this HOA for approval, as required, he receives feedback that is "change this" or a simple "OK" in response. He went out of his way to say that for the Stack Rock plan the HOA feedback was "This is great!" with exclamation included.) Stack Rock also did an excellent job of managing the bidding process with three quality landscape construction firms they recommended, new to the area we would have been lost without their direction on this, and we were absolutely delighted with the landscape company we choose, Sterling (see separate review), as a result of Will's recommendation to have them on the bid list. As part of the contract with Stack Rock we also chose project coordination services and in that piece they also did a great job of working with Sterling when needed during the construction. There are key learnings in every project and so I'll offer those here as well. As it relates to the design for plant expertise, that went swimmingly well and was uber-easy at points where Will was personally involved. It took perhaps more time than it might have when a more junior member of the team was on his own given the breadth of plant materials my husband and I were interested in using. Also, we set what we all thought was a reasonable budget in our first meeting with Will and Krisjan. During the design process, at each step and meeting my husband asked the Stack Rock contact doing the design "how is this working with our budget" and assured all was well. Right before the design was to be packaged for bid, when Will was able to review it in detail, we found we were in fact a good amount over budget and needed to make a few key revisions. Thanks to Will's expertise the revisions were able to be made in short order, although it would have been ideal to have the budget factored in at each step of the design's evolution. This was likely just a function of the member assigned to our project being in learning mode, everyone is at some point in our careers, and Stack Rock being so busy that Will's focus was elsewhere. The important outcome was we were delivered a great design that did come in on budget when all was complete. This is a young firm with the energy, creativity and unflappable "can do" spirit that comes with that. We anticipate Will and his team are going to be major players in landscape architecture in the Treasure Valley for many years to come. We would definitely work with Stack Rock again. As final note; Houzz asks for an approximate project cost as part of review format. The cost noted is for the total landscape project, factoring in both Stack Rock's design work and Sterling's construction work. This was one great team! **★★★★★ — andybelanger38, June 2015** > I purchased a new home that had a unique and challenging backyard. After living there a few months, I decided that I wanted to make the worst part of my home the best. After meeting Will, Krisjan, and their team, I knew they could take on this tiny space and make it awesome. This past weekend, the project was finished and I am “crazy” thankful to Stack Rock Group and their ability to make a dream a reality. The space is better than I could have imagined and can’t wait to share this space with my friends and family. Thank you!! **★★★★★ — rst101, Jan. 2015** > Stack Rock Group > Will Howard and the Stack Rock team made multiple trips to our site to measure, photograph, but most importantly, talk with us about what we wanted to achieve. Will wanted to know here we sat, where we looked, what materials we liked and what features were important to us. The full size plans were impressive but the 3D modeling and fly-through closed the deal. Since sun exposures were important to us, they analyzed sun and shadow motions and positioned things accordingly. Will solicited bids on our behalf, introduced us to our chosen landscaping firm and assisted along the way. We purchased construction management services and he helped us through several tricky decisions and issues. We enjoyed the process and highly recommend the Stack Rock Group and Will Howard, PLA, ASLA. **★★★★★ — User, Oct. 2014** > Will Howard, our Stack Rock Group representative, was wonderful to work with. He provided design, development and production planning for our back yard project. His professional drawings enabled us to received HOA approval on our project without any issues. When requested, he offered creative input while adhering to the requirements we put forth. His professional manner, prompt responses to questions and his desire to please his clients were refreshing and appreciated. Even though his task was completed, he checked in with us periodically to make certain that the contractors and subcontractors were meeting expectations. **★★★★★ — debbie139, Oct. 2014** > I learned of Stack Rock Group from some friends, they had their yard done this spring and it turned out gorgeous! > We met with Will and discussed what we were hoping to achieve, he seemed to have a good understanding from the get go. Will also gave us several really great ideas that we didn't think of, many we ended incorporating into the project. I like that he was able to take all this information and worked two very different design plans for us to choose. (that was hard they were both amazing) > Our backyard is now done, and it is beautiful!!! It's exactly as I had hoped for and much more. > I would highly recommend these guys, they are very professional and extremely talented. **★★★★★ — kpoole22, Oct. 2014** > Stack Rock was great to work with. They really understood our desires and budget. > > I would highly recommend them to anyone. **★★★★★ — User, Oct. 2014** > Our experience with Stack Rock Group was excellent! They were very attentive to our requests/desires for our back yard retreat. They designed an amazing landscape plan for our entire yard. Now that we have it completed, we think it is perfect. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a landscape architect! **★★★★★ — lisamariepitt, March 2014** > I found Stack Rock Group on Houzz.com and hired them because I had a great first meeting with Will Howard. I also really liked what they had done on some other contemporary home projects. > > We didn't have a large yard to work with but we wanted to separate it into as many 'spaces' as possible. Will and Krisjan did an excellent job of taking our ideas and turning them into something very livable. Specifically, they solved a couple of our design problems concerning the placement of our backyard grill and our desire for some garden space. > > The plans and renderings they provided gave us an excellent idea of what the finished project would look like. > > We continue to receive many compliments on the way our whole yard is laid out and on the great variety of plants. > > Stack Rock Group was great to work with throughout the process and was always responsive and easy to get in touch with - even though we called frequently with questions. > > They provided all of the drawings and plans in a timely manner and for a reasonable, fixed price that was agreed upon before work began. I highly recommend them! **★★★★ — j3reese, Feb. 2014** > I hired Krisjan Hiner at Stack Rock Group to create a professional landscape design for my new home in Nov. 2013. We had a sudden (almost unrealistic) time frame for completion, along with needing an unorthodox approach to designing it, but they were more than willing to accommodate our needs and the design was completed on time. Krisjan was very friendly, professional, and eager to help us. We look forward to working with them with future design projects. **★★★★★ — ruthannhiner, Oct. 2013** > Stack Rock Group provided several landscape design options for our mountain cabin. We then worked with them to combine elements to create the perfect design for our lifestyle. The owners of Stack Rock were knowledgeable, professional, conscientious, thorough, and respectful of our time and budget. I recommend that anyone with a mountain home contact Stack Rock Group for design and project management assistance. Your experience will be enjoyable and the results will be amazing. ## Selected projects - [The Nines](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-nines-pj-vj~6470158) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 22 - [Crocker Avenue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crocker-avenue-pj-vj~6454441) - Location: Piedmont, CA - Photos: 11 - Description: Complete landscape makeover in Pidmont, California. Landscape Architecture and Design by Stack Rock Group. - [Meule Blanc](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meule-blanc-pj-vj~6454497) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 24 - Description: Meule Blanc located in an exclusive and private area of Boise, Idaho is a modern oasis for entertaining, outdoor gathering, and spending quality time outdoors. The landscape was designed to complement and enhance the home's modern architecture and aesthetic. This beautiful, private landscape starts with a circle drive and curvilinear accent walls that draw the eye to the warm, welcoming entryway. Modern concrete pathways and plantings perfectly soften and compliment the modern architecture. The… - [Whitetail Resort Residence - McCall Idaho](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whitetail-resort-residence-mccall-idaho-pj-vj~3569794) - Location: McCall, ID - Photos: 32 - Description: Stunning mountain side home overlooking McCall and Payette Lake. This home is 5000 SF on three levels with spacious outdoor living to take in the views. A hybrid timber frame home with hammer post trusses and copper clad windows. Super clients, a stellar lot, along with HOA and civil challenges all come together in the end to create some wonderful spaces. Joshua Roper Photography - [Borde Rio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/borde-rio-pj-vj~1370039) - Location: Eagle, ID - Photos: 18 - [Gabion Backyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gabion-backyard-pj-vj~2355347) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 5 - Description: Gabion walls in a Boise foothills backyard. Design by Stack Rock Group, landscape construction by Sterling Landscape. - [Biscayne Residence - 2016](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/biscayne-residence-2016-pj-vj~2082337) - Location: Eagle, ID - Photos: 13 - Description: This Contemporary project has a rustic flare that compliments the home — from the Corten rusted-steel steps that lead to the back yard and matching planters on the pool deck, to the travertine patio and walkways, concrete slab stepping stones, fire pit, and sleek wood deck. Flower containers with colorful annuals pull the whole design together for a bright clean look. - [Cliffview Residence - 2016](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cliffview-residence-2016-pj-vj~2073168) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 16 - Description: Sterling Landscape is proud to bring our client’s vision to life, especially this unique space — the ultimate outdoor office. The overhead structure, covers a comfortable place where the owner can enjoy the cultured stone fireplace while working on their laptop or watching the large flatscreen TV. The patio of Italian ceramic tile extends across the back of the house and features an outdoor dining space, separate seating area and sunken hot tub. Boulders accentuate the patio and low-maintenance… - [Towerview Outdoor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/towerview-outdoor-pj-vj~935478) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 15 - [Rio Afueras](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rio-afueras-pj-vj~1370073) - Location: Eagle, ID - Photos: 8 - [Solitude](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/solitude-pj-vj~779224) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 3 - [River Meadow - Stack Rock Group :: Creative Landscape Architecture from Boise](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-meadow-stack-rock-group-creative-landscape-architecture-from-boise-pj-vj~377777) - Location: Eagle, ID - Photos: 9 - Description: This was a fun project re-imagining and planning a backyard makeover in Eagle, Idaho. Design elements included the irrigation system, paver pathways and hardscape seating areas, raised sandstone planters and plant material selections. Stack Rock Group :: Creative Landscape Architecture and Landscape Design from Boise, Idaho. StackRockGroup.com - [Highland Fall - Stack Rock Group :: Boise, Idaho](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highland-fall-stack-rock-group-boise-idaho-pj-vj~576002) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 15 - [Towerview - Stack Rock Group : Creative Landscape Architecture from Boise, Idaho](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/towerview-stack-rock-group-creative-landscape-architecture-from-boise-idaho-pj-vj~731898) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 9 - [Boise Bench Ultra Low Maintenance](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/boise-bench-ultra-low-maintenance-pj-vj~291920) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 7 - Description: This homeowner called and was looking for a low-maintenance and a low-water using design. She was getting ready to retire and wanted to use her time traveling, playing in the foothills and not on yard work. This design utilizes many drought tolerant plants and materials that are native to the Boise area; achieving the look and feel of Boise's high desert vernacular. - [Highland Fall Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highland-fall-residence-pj-vj~587091) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 14 - Description: The goal for this project was to maximize privacy and create a natural living space. The home owner wanted to effectively conserve water by installing low maintenance artificial turf and drip irrigation. This back yard oasis includes the installation of faux-rock water features, extended concrete patio, concrete pavers, an overhead shade structure and hand-selected plant material. - [Rejuvenation - Stack Rock Group :: Boise, Idaho](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rejuvenation-stack-rock-group-boise-idaho-pj-vj~375195) - Location: Eagle, ID - Photos: 9 - Description: Outside should be awesome. With some effort, careful planning and design we can help rejuvenate any landscape into somewhere beautiful and functional. Stack Rock Group :: Creative Landscape Architecture and Landscape Design from Boise, Idaho. StackRockGroup.com - [John's Landing](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/john-s-landing-pj-vj~495361) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 5 - [Painted Ridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/painted-ridge-pj-vj~495364) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 1 - [East Boise, Residential Project, Spring 2013](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/east-boise-residential-project-spring-2013-pj-vj~199867) - Location: Boise, ID - Photos: 3 - Description: Landscape construction drawings prepared after concepts and design development phases. Select landscape contractors will competitively bid this work and will be awarded a contract. [See all 23 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/stack-rock-group-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~470132985) ## Ideabooks - [Patios](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7117035/list/patios) — 25 ideas - [Pergolas and Structures](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25237352/list/pergolas-and-structures) — 22 ideas - [Pathways and Pavers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25220983/list/pathways-and-pavers) — 24 ideas - [Outdoor Dining](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25237860/list/outdoor-dining) — 9 ideas - [Firepits](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25220197/list/firepits) — 23 ideas - [Xeriscape and Low Maintenance](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32836096/list/xeriscape-and-low-maintenance) — 6 ideas - [Decks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25220583/list/decks) — 21 ideas - [Retaining Walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7118117/list/retaining-walls) — 11 ideas - [Raised Planter Beds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25222326/list/raised-planter-beds) — 15 ideas - [Water Features](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25220868/list/water-features) — 13 ideas - [Outdoor Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15621208/list/outdoor-kitchens) — 9 ideas - [Low Water Landscapes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25236825/list/low-water-landscapes) — 19 ideas - [Outdoor Games and Activities](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25237593/list/outdoor-games-and-activities) — 1 idea - [Fencing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25220475/list/fencing) — 14 ideas - [Driveways](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25221319/list/driveways) — 12 ideas - [Privacy Screening](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25222669/list/privacy-screening) — 11 ideas - [Living Walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7118041/list/living-walls) — 4 ideas - [Outdoor Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25221104/list/outdoor-furniture) — 16 ideas - [Terraces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25222143/list/terraces) — 10 ideas [See all 19 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/stackrockgroup) ## Community Q&A **Q: who installed these super awesome sandstone steps and landscape instal** *(in Photo Questions)* A: He really is a peach! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-01.*