--- title: "Alida Landscape Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/alida-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~562253903 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~562253903.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Alida Landscape Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6893235d03040239_5604-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Petaluma, California 94954, United States" latitude: 38.2507 longitude: -122.6155 phone: "(415) 812-2624" website: http://www.AlidaLandscapeDesign.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 44 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Alida Landscape Design Original Houzz profile: [Alida Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/alida-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~562253903) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Petaluma, CA - **Serves:** San Francisco, Novato, Burlingame, Healdsburg, Hillsborough, Sonoma, Tiburon, Atherton, Woodside, Belvedere, Napa - St Helena - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves Specializing in Residential Landscape Design Services. Providing Consultations and full Design and Project Management Services including Conceptual Design, Master Plans Details and Project Management of Installation. Caring for the owner's needs and aesthetics taking into consideration architectural styles, site conditions and environmental factors. In business for over 30 years with experience in New Construction requiring permits, LEED projects and Remodels. ### 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 - Gazebo Design & Construction - Design Consultation - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - Project Management - Drafting - Organic Gardens - Shed Design & Construction - Edible Gardens - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Natural Swimming Pools - Dog Run Construction - Green Roofing - Landscape Supplies - Construction Drawings - Residential Landscape Design from Concept Ideas to ### Areas Served - San Francisco - Novato - Burlingame - Healdsburg - Hillsborough - Sonoma - Tiburon - Atherton - Woodside - Belvedere - Napa - St Helena ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 55,000 Design Fees vary depending on scope of work and the types of plans required. A simple project may cost $ 5,000.00 while a more extensive project requiring plans for permit, for example, may cost $ 15,000.00 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Alida Landscape Design | | Address | Petaluma, California 94954, United States | | Phone | (415) 812-2624 | | Website | http://www.AlidaLandscapeDesign.com | | Followers on Houzz | 44 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — www.alidalandscapedesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Alida Landscape Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/alida-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~562253903) - **Website:** http://www.AlidaLandscapeDesign.com - **Phone:** (415) 812-2624 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - San Francisco Flower and Garden Show 2000 Mediterranean Award - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 14 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Nathalie & Denis, Dec. 2020** > We worked with Alida twice, for the front and the back of the house. Both turned out spectacular. It is so nice that our house was chosen for the garden tour. Our yard is on the small side and she did wonders. It feels like we added 2 new rooms in the back. In the front, we are still in awe of the results. The plants have grown nicely and still love to stare at it. Alida is very talented and took the time to listen to our likes & dislikes, assimiliting them and coming with with ideas that we both love. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you Nathalie and Denis! It was a pleasure to work with you to create such unique and interesting outdoor spaces. Your front 'Watershed Eco Garden' is simply gorgeous! And I love how you've carried on developing both the front and back yards. I'm rewarded knowing how much you enjoy the interaction with others and nature in your own private spaces. Best to you! **★★★★★ — Sophorn Rasmussen, June 2020** > We are so happy to have had Alida do our landscape design, and quite frankly we felt very fortunate to have found someone such as her to work with. The kind of dedication and pride she puts forth in her work is extremely admirable, we highly recommend Alida Landscape Design. > Alida did the design work for both our front and back yard. Prior to meeting Alida, our yards were in disarray, it was hard to maintain because of some issues, including inconsistent leveling of the ground, and drainage issues. Alida was able to identify our concerns and gave us an impressive understanding of how to address them, easily. She gave us a landscape that is functional, easy to maintain, but also beautiful. Of the mainly great qualities we loved about Alida were that she is reliable and trustworthy. Alida was involved throughout the whole entire process, from the design work all the way to the final steps of putting plants into the ground. She is committed and proud of her work, what we wanted for our yards, Alida delivered and then some. Thank you Alida! **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you Sophorn, it is wonderful working with such appreciative clients. You and your new, colorful landscape add a bright and botanically diverse spot to your neighborhood! The hummingbirds thank you too! **★★★★★ — Barbara Goode, July 2017** > Alida had a vision for our yard that was far beyond what we imagined when we hired her. It was a wonderful experience to work with someone so talented and professional. We now have a garden that is beautiful year-round, and that we enjoy more than we had imagined. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you Barbara, it is a pleasure to work with you and in your garden! > Photos of your garden are posted under 'Forest Hills Slope'. **★★★★★ — Allison Brown, March 2017** > Alida did a great job designing and managing our front yard landscape project. She took all of our ideas and requests and put them into a great design that will be easy to maintain. Our house has great curb appeal now! Thanks Alida! **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you Allison! It's great working with you! Best, Alida **★★★★★ — Rochelle Somers, March 2017** > We have enjoyed working with Alida to create and actualize our home landscaping project. Alida is very knowledgeable regarding plant types and what works best in our environment. She consistently sought our feedback and focused on the details during every step of the project. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you, Rochelle, for your positive feedback! It is wonderful working with you and I look forward to watching your landscape improve with age! **★★★★★ — agmalenfant, July 2016** > Alida provided us with detailed blueprints of our landscape design project based on our likes and dislikes. She assisted with obtaining building permits in a timely fashion. She worked with the general contractor to answer any or all questions regarding the proposed blue print. Alida provided us with a detailed plant design, purchase and settings. She provided us with color schemes or ideas for folliage and patio. We would recommend Alida for all your landscaping design needs. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > The creation of your outdoor kitchen, dining, lounge and play areas was a great project and I so enjoyed our personal interaction, thank you! **★★★★★ — L V, July 2016** > Alida designed our front and back yards. She listened to our wishes and proposed several designs to accommodate all members of our family. Very easy going, Alida was great to work with. Now we love our backyard. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > It was my pleasure to work with you and to help you create a wonderful outdoor space for your lovely family! **★★★★ — Eric Mitchell, July 2016** > We hired Alida last summer to have her design and consult on our backyard renovation. She took the time to understand our needs and desires for a backyard for entertaining, relaxing, as well as toddler and pet friendly with a contemporary look and feel. > > After selecting one of her two creative designs, we continued to refine, discuss materials and custom builds with Alida always keeping a focus on our budget. Although we had to put our project on hiatus over the winter, she stayed engaged with us by checking in and sending ideas to us. We are now moving forward to estimate and contractor phase this summer. We are excited to continue the process with Alida as she is so passionate about her work **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you for your excellent review. I too am excited to proceed with the process and for our plans to come to fruition! Best, Alida **★★★★★ — A P, Jan. 2016** > We have a challenging yard that we were looking to completely renovate. We interviewed several designers and chose Alida because where everyone else said "oh, wow, this is a challenge," Alida embraced it and immediately came up with several innovative design ideas that will truly transform the space. Now working with her, it's clear that Alida really gets to know the space and puts a lot of thought and care into the details. We can't wait to see the finished product! **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > It was wonderful working with you, thank you for reviewing me! **★★★★★ — kdienst, Jan. 2016** > We hired Alida to design our planting for our front terrace and landings around our stairs and our rear garden. Both turned out beautifully and we have receive many compliments from our friends and neighbors on the new design and plantings. Alida is great to work with -- she is creative, responsive, responsible, and attuned to her clients' needs and budget. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thank you, it has been a pleasure to work with you! Looking forward to Spring and seeing your beautiful new back yard. -Alida **★★★★★ — denise\_st\_onge1, Jan. 2016** > The wonderful thing about Alida is that she get major jobs done, but she also is great at the details that finish everything off. When she finishes a project it is really finished, with everything looking perfect! **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > As a valued client, with whom I've worked since 2001, I appreciate your kind words. > It's been wonderful making gardens for and with you; from "Violetta's Garden", for the National Garden Conservancy, to your new Mondrian Gate! Thank you so very much, Alida **★★★★★ — joan4936, Jan. 2016** > We've worked with Alida on the renovation and continued care of our S.F. garden since 2002. She was introduced to us by our Architect when we needed to solve a grading and drainage problem. Alida had creative, functional and beautiful solutions. She designed several diverse, yet cohesive gardens throughout our property which my family enjoys immeasurably. As an Artist myself I appreciate Alida not only as an excellent Designer, but as a trusted partner in the development of our landscape. **Comment from Alida Landscape Design:** > Thanks Joan, it's been wonderful working with you all these years! ## Selected projects - [San Francisco Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-cottage-pj-vj~1423473) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 12 - [Tuscan Outdoor Dining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscan-outdoor-dining-pj-vj~1630177) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Healdsburg Country Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/healdsburg-country-home-pj-vj~1630161) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Outdoor Dining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-dining-pj-vj~1265502) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Select Bluestone with Teak Dining Set - [San Mateo Eco Friendly](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-mateo-eco-friendly-pj-vj~1630157) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Silverado Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silverado-retreat-pj-vj~1630185) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Penthouse Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/penthouse-terrace-pj-vj~1266507) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Palo Alto Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/palo-alto-bungalow-pj-vj~1630214) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Container Entry Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/container-entry-garden-pj-vj~1630152) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Garden Conservancy/Tel Hill Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-conservancy-tel-hill-project-pj-vj~1630205) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [San Francisco Botanical Blast](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-francisco-botanical-blast-pj-vj~1630195) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Burlingame Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/burlingame-residence-pj-vj~6211654) - Location: Burlingame, California - Photos: 6 - Description: Outdoor Kitchen, Dining, Lounge, No Mow Lawn, complete transformation of outdoor spaces - [Forest Hills Slope](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/forest-hills-slope-pj-vj~2592706) - Location: San Francisco, CA - Photos: 16 - Description: Forest Hills, S.F., Front Yard adjacent to City Steps. Converted dying lawn into terraced planting with abundant texture, color and heights for interest and privacy. Replaced concrete 'steps' with gracious brick stairway to link front entry with deck for entertaining. Created for a gardener who loves colorful and fragrant plants and wanted to create a haven for butterflies and birds. - [Woodside Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodside-residence-pj-vj~6211638) - Location: Woodside, California - Photos: 7 - Description: Borders, Containers, Pollinator Gardens - [SF Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sf-patio-pj-vj~6211629) - Location: San Francisco, California - Photos: 1 [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/alida-landscape-design-pfvwus-pf~562253903) ## Ideabooks - [Fence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65717291/list/fence) — 4 ideas - [Cronin Plants](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/125477003/list/cronin-plants) — 1 idea - [Cronin House Colors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117912076/list/cronin-house-colors) — 1 idea - [K&M](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/90888125/list/k-m) — 2 ideas - [Lacasse](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64672905/list/lacasse) — 7 ideas - [Frazier/Gustafson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67562996/list/frazier-gustafson) — 3 ideas - [Numbers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65717459/list/numbers) — 1 idea - [Green wall](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65717407/list/green-wall) — 1 idea [See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/alidalandscapedesign) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*