--- title: "YardKit — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/yardkit-pfvwus-pf~597296174 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~597296174.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: YardKit category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/56c356df09b2c282_0353-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Walnut Creek, California 94598, United States" latitude: 37.9194 longitude: -122.0259 phone: "(415) 226-6605" website: http://www.yardkit.com rating: 5 review_count: 6 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 12 last_updated: 2026-09-06 --- # YardKit Original Houzz profile: [YardKit](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/yardkit-pfvwus-pf~597296174) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Walnut Creek, CA - **Serves:** Concord, San Ramon, Walnut Creek, Danville, Pleasant Hill, Alamo, Clayton, Blackhawk, Saranap, Waldon, Diablo - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (6 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2019–2022), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz YardKit is a team of landscape architects and designers who have simplified outdoor renovations. Pick from our curated styles of materials and amenities, and let us create your beautiful outdoor living spaces. We all deserve beautiful, outdoor living spaces, so YardKit reinvented the landscape design process from the ground up. We'll bring you through an innovative, tech-forward journey that leads to a cohesive vision for your property at a fraction of the cost. We make it simple and affordable to have a Garden of Eden in your own backyard. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Deck Design - 3D Rendering - Custom Bocce Ball Courts ### Areas Served - Concord - San Ramon - Walnut Creek - Danville - Pleasant Hill - Alamo - Clayton - Blackhawk - Saranap - Waldon - Diablo ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 85,000 Our design services work for a broad range of construction budgets. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | YardKit | | Address | Walnut Creek, California 94598, United States | | Phone | (415) 226-6605 | | Website | http://www.yardkit.com | | License Number | 6095 | | Followers on Houzz | 12 | ## Offers Ask About Our Comprehensive VisionKits! _Special Promotion for Houzz Users!_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [YardKit](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/yardkit-pfvwus-pf~597296174) - **Website:** http://www.yardkit.com - **Phone:** (415) 226-6605 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - RLA, LEED GA - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2019–2022), 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 — 6 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 6 reviews **★★★★★ — Liz Engh, Oct. 2021** > I was delighted with YardKit’s imaginative and beautifully presented landscape plans and interesting selection of plants and trees which have thrived in my yard. The landscape architects were sensitive to my comments and my desire to do as much of the work as possible myself. I have been totally pleased with the recommendations and plans, as well as the reasonable price, and I definitely recommend YardKit. **★★★★★ — Henry Loubet, Aug. 2018** > Yard Kit and Janice did an incredible job on leading the design for my landscape remodel in Napa Valley. She is the consummate professional, with incredible skills and design and great relationships with many vendors. Provides a number of options & her drawings are excellent. Janice knows how to get the best pricing from many vendors as well as when there are discounts. The comments I get from many is “it looks like an outdoor museum.” **★★★★★ — Tess Perkins, Aug. 2018** > I have worked with YardKit on 3 projects - one commercial and two residential. Janice has a fantastic design aesthetic. She had a unique point of view and is able to incorporate her vision with the needs of each project. Janice is prompt, works well with contractors and other service provides and follows up quickly. I highly recommend her! **★★★★★ — Gail Carnahan, July 2018** > It didn't take long for us to realize that our DIY front yard renovation was desperately in need of professional guidance (!) and the YardKit was the perfect solution! We had a pretty good idea of the direction we wanted to go, but Janice's expertise in helping us complete the vision made all the difference. She took ample time to listen to our ideas, offer suggestions, and work with us step-by-step to create the look we wanted within the parameters of climate, maintenance, and budget that we are working with. Hands down a professional, supportive process from start to finish. Can't recommend highly enough! **★★★★★ — Daniel Miller, June 2018** > I couldn't be happier with YardKit. Throughout the whole process, Janice maintained very strong lines of communication, was very responsive, and listened to all of our needs and desires to produce an amazing plan. The quality of her designs were top-notch, and she took the time to really consider the constraints of our space while also prioritizing the things we wanted. She was really good about iterating through the design with us as well and making tweaks along the way as needed. She also did an \*amazing\* job with our plant palette, selecting beautiful plants and trees that are well-suited to our space. **★★★★★ — Laurel Morris Spolter, June 2018** > Working with Janice was the first essential step towards our landscaping project...her vision, knowledge and professionalism helped us immensely. ## Selected projects - [Making the Most of a Loft Terrace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/making-the-most-of-a-loft-terrace-pj-vj~7165357) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: European-inspired planting beds transform an urban space as a non-permanent solution for added privacy and greenery. - [A Courtyard with Tiki Vibes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-courtyard-with-tiki-vibes-pj-vj~7165359) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Site-appropriate plants with a lush vibe complement new furnishings, sound, and lighting systems. - [Fenceline Upgrade](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fenceline-upgrade-pj-vj~7165355) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: A few simple touches — re-staining existing fences, adding a small area of lawn, and new plants and mulch — make a big impact. - [A Usable Sideyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-usable-sideyard-pj-vj~7165354) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: An expanse of weeds becomes a productive, beautiful edible garden in this side yard design. Raised planters are a great solution for wide side yards or kitchen window views. We used Gardeners raised planters, with mulch and gold decomposed granite. A line of Podocarpus ‘Maki’ will grow into a soft green privacy screen, making views from the kitchen much more pleasant. - [MCM Curb Appeal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mcm-curb-appeal-pj-vj~7165310) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Removing a tangle of overgrowth made way for more contemporary plantings, a friendly seating area, and a mid-century modern wall to complement the 1960’s-era house. - [Fire Pit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fire-pit-pj-vj~3181742) - Location: Saint Helena, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: Though his creek-front property had good bones and beautifully grown-in trees, Henry's yard lacked cohesion with the rustic modern style of his home. It was also missing ways to have fun outside. YardKit's property design establishes priorities for installation over time. This plan has let Henry replace a rash storage just outside his kitchen windows with a relaxing firepit area surrounded by plants that do well in the local California climate. The YardKit process has also protected his property… - [An Entry with Classical Vibes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/an-entry-with-classical-vibes-pj-vj~7165350) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: The stately courtyard of a Jeffersonian home in San Francisco gets a facelift with fresh plantings, lighting, and bluestone. - [A Contemporary Courtyard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-contemporary-courtyard-pj-vj~7165314) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Water-friendly plants and gravels give a fresh look to an entry courtyard used by a busy family with young kids. - [Vision Kit Breakdown](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vision-kit-breakdown-pj-vj~5154021) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: After getting to know your yard — what it is now, and what you'd like it to become —YardKit designers will personalize a plan for your unique property. - [Bocce Ball Court](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bocce-ball-court-pj-vj~3181708) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: An underused backyard becomes an elegant bocce court to enjoy with family and friends. - [A Wine Country Walkway](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-wine-country-walkway-pj-vj~3181749) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Drainage, irrigation, and planting solutions set the stage for a new, more water-friendly sod blend. Contemporary pavers lead bocce players to a new court tucked within a grove of mature Japanese maples. - [Entry Way](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/entry-way-pj-vj~3181740) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Deck Design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/deck-design-pj-vj~3181699) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/yardkit-pfvwus-pf~597296174) ## Ideabooks - [View In My Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178359075/list/view-in-my-room) — 1 idea - [STYLE Natural](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92071520/list/style-natural) — 45 ideas - [Connections](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57187777/list/connections) — 13 ideas - [STYLE Traditional](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66618586/list/style-traditional) — 22 ideas - [STYLE Modern](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57187778/list/style-modern) — 16 ideas - [Amenities](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57187999/list/amenities) — 14 ideas [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/yardkit) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-06.*