--- title: "Robert Shuler Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/robert-shuler-design-pfvwus-pf~629220893 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~629220893.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Robert Shuler Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0c83f2fb0e36f779_5542-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "PO Box 2152, Carmel By The Sea, California 93921, United States" latitude: 36.5552 longitude: -121.9233 phone: "(831) 214-2487" website: http://rstoweshuler.houzz.com rating: 5 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 120 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # Robert Shuler Design Original Houzz profile: [Robert Shuler Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/robert-shuler-design-pfvwus-pf~629220893) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Carmel By The Sea, CA - **Serves:** Seaside, Monterey, Marina, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Carmel Valley, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Del Rey Oaks, Big Sur, Sand City, Carmel - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2021), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Professional Landscape Designer/ Irrigation Designer/ Landscape Architecture Creating enduring and sustainable outdoor living spaces for residential and commercial properties ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Swimming Pool Design - Design Consultation - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - Project Management - Organic Gardens - Shed Design & Construction - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Construction Drawings ### Areas Served - Seaside - Monterey - Marina - Pacific Grove - Pebble Beach - Carmel Valley - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Del Rey Oaks - Big Sur - Sand City - Carmel ### Typical Job Cost $40,000 - 150,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Robert Shuler Design | | Address | PO Box 2152, Carmel By The Sea, California 93921, United States | | Phone | (831) 214-2487 | | Website | http://rstoweshuler.houzz.com | | Followers on Houzz | 120 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — http://www.smartwaterirrigationsolutions.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Robert Shuler Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/robert-shuler-design-pfvwus-pf~629220893) - **Website:** http://rstoweshuler.houzz.com - **Phone:** (831) 214-2487 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - CLIACertified Landscape Irrigation Auditor - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2014–2021), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — carmelben, July 2020** > After seeing Robert Shuler's landscape design projects, we decided to ask him to do a preliminary design for our front yard. We knew from his website that he valued conservation of water and that he could create beautiful, functional gardens, but what he designed for us went far beyond our imagination. Our outdated, weed filled, front yard became what we call the best room of the house. Our flagstone patio with its half curved wall with night lighting both in the wall and around the yard has become a beautiful sanctuary surrounded by many unusual and interesting plants that don't remain static. There is always something interesting and lovely in bloom. Robert is very easy to work with and very vigilant about the ongoing construction by making sure everything is perfect. He has a tremendous eye for color and detail. Almost a year after the project, he still strolls the garden to make sure things are perfect. My husband and I highly recommend Robert. **★★★★★ — Kyoko Ikemoto, Aug. 2016** > Hiring Robert was the best decision we made for our landscape remodel. His design, vision, and guidance from concept through construction was invaluable. To get started, Robert asked thoughtful questions about our lifestyle and preferences. Quickly he turned around a blueprint that met our needs exactly. The front fits perfectly with the historic nature of our Victorian Cottage and his design for the back transformed a modest dirt patch into a private oasis ideal for entertaining, relaxing, and simple gardening. > At our request, he recommended several landscape contractors. Once we made our choice and construction started, Robert was available and would check-in frequently to ensure things were going as designed. His guidance during this phase was crucial. > Robert's design also included a comprehensive drought tolerant plant list and irrigation plan. The day plants arrived, he placed each gorgeous one in its designated location in preparation for planting. He even had the landscaper exchange a plant that didn't seem as healthy as it could have been. > When the project was done, he came by again to make sure we were pleased with the end result, and yes, it is everything (and more) that we had hoped. Thank you Robert! **★★★★★ — cachagua, Aug. 2013** > I hired Robert to design my front entry which was dead and weedy. He was specific in his choices and everything, now 6 months later, is thriving. The plan is very water wise and subtlety colorful and beautifully balanced. Also, he was extremely pleasant to work with and has come by after the initial planting to give me tips on pruning, etc. **★★★★★ — Donald Davis, May 2013** > Bob is an outstanding professional and citizen. His innovative landscape and home improvement designs and installations have enhanced the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula Community and beyond for well over a decade. He has also been most generous in support of civic and charitable initiatives. Highly recommended. **★★★★★ — bevconrad, May 2013** > Robert Shuler designed my Carmel cottage landscape and hardscape. I wanted an easy to maintain garden that was also sensitive to water restrictions. I also wanted a Carmel stone outdoor fireplace and arch and gate at the entrance. I couldn't be more pleased. The landscape looks enchanting and magical. The stonework is absolutely masterful and looks like it was built at the time of the cottage, 1926. Bob is extremely easy to work with, fairly priced and a genuinely nice person. He also designed our remodeled kitchen which looks like an "old world" French one. He gets my highest rating for a job very well done. ## Selected projects - [Carmel Mesa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-mesa-pj-vj~5947221) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: A modest California Bungalow home in Carmel is transformed with a sophisticated entry and a back garden oasis for outdoor living. - [Pebble Beach Views](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pebble-beach-views-pj-vj~6685916) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Terrace at Pasadera](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/terrace-at-pasadera-pj-vj~6317087) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: A new hillside patio sets the stage for outdoor living in this Monterey, CA Mediterranean -style Villa - [Schulte Road, Carmel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/schulte-road-carmel-pj-vj~2724471) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: Outdoor Contemporary Fireplace , Corten Steel Fireplace, Granite-crete patio - [Carmel Point, Carmel CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-point-carmel-ca-pj-vj~1697298) - Location: Carmel, CA - Photos: 8 - Description: Old meets new in this beautiful Carmel Point cottage in Carmel CA. An old world cobble drive leads to large bluestone steps. As you enter through a dutch door you are surprised by a courtyard featuring a contemporary fountain, designed by Robert Shuler Designs. - [Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach,CA Contemporary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spanish-bay-pebble-beach-ca-contemporary-pj-vj~434317) - Location: Pebble Beach, CA - Photos: 4 - Description: Contemporary, Stainless Steel, Stone and Ipe wood give a home to Bronze Sculpture - [Pasadera Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pasadera-estate-pj-vj~3131726) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: Twin pergolas frame the view and add exciting outdoor spaces for lunging and dining - [Asilimar Landscape](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/asilimar-landscape-pj-vj~2187043) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: Artificial Grass used in effective mounding - [Carmel Valley Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-valley-garden-pj-vj~1120085) - Location: Carmel, CA - Photos: 5 - Description: Carmel Valley Mediterranean Style, Granite-crete, Calamagrostis foliosa. Robert Shuler Design - [Carmel Point. Carmel, CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-point-carmel-ca-pj-vj~5508952) - Location: Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA - Photos: 3 - Description: Remodeled entry gates, patios, fireplace and BBQ grill - [Succulents](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/succulents-pj-vj~1961319) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: A drought resistant garden in Carmel, CA Succulents, - [Carmel Valley CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-valley-ca-pj-vj~1326248) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - Description: A complete outdoor landscape project with Bocce Court , Fireplace - [Carmel Point, Carmel. CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-point-carmel-ca-pj-vj~16877) - Location: Carmel, CA - Photos: 21 - Description: Newly installed planting enhance the architectural features of the exterior designed by Robert Shuler Design - [Conrad](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/conrad-pj-vj~243869) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Carmel River Lagoon House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-river-lagoon-house-pj-vj~17459) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: A cottage near the Carmel river lagoon where drainage is important. The dry creek actually works as a channel to drain excess water away from the house and into the culvert. - [Carmel Woods, Carmel CA](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carmel-woods-carmel-ca-pj-vj~26217) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - Description: sanded concrete with Ipe decking, flows into natural garden - [Paseo Real](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paseo-real-pj-vj~5523520) - Location: Monterey, CA - Photos: 10 - Description: A transformed back yard becomes a pitching and putting golf course connected by DG pathways and surrounded with drought resistant plantings. - [Dovolis](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dovolis-pj-vj~1326227) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [McGillen Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mcgillen-residence-pj-vj~35775) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [James House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/james-house-pj-vj~37732) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 36 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/robert-shuler-design-pfvwus-pf~629220893) ## Community Q&A **Q: Maple tree question** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi, I really like this arrangement with the maple tree as the centre piece. Are you able to tell me what type of maple tree this is please? thank you. A: It's a Laceleaf Maple called Crimson Queen **Q: What type of beautiful stone did you use for the patio? Blue stone?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It is , 1/2” flamed, full range bluestone, in versaille pattern on floor, the walls are natural bluestone field. **Q: come si chiama quest'alberello?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Acer palmeto 'Atropurpereum' **Q: Lovely Tree in Corner** *(in Photo Questions)* Name, variety, deciduous, soft roots ( or will it buckle walkway)? Warm Thanks A: I think you are referring to the Japanese Maples (one green, one reddish)....not sure of either variety as they were in garden to begin with. **Q: What is the white-dolored grass on the right-hand side?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's Calamagrostis foliosa **Q: What is the pale yellow plant in front of the ceanothus?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The shrub in front of the Ceanothus 'Dark Star' is Westringea 'Smokey' --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*