--- title: "AFLA Landscape Architecture — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/afla-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~629717121 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~629717121.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "AFLA Landscape Architecture" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ba138b4306245d0b_4750-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Sunnyvale, California 94086, United States" latitude: 37.3764 longitude: -122.0238 phone: "(408) 242-3054" website: http:// rating: 5 review_count: 13 best_of_houzz_awards: 1 followers: 27 last_updated: 2026-08-24 --- # AFLA Landscape Architecture Original Houzz profile: [AFLA Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/afla-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~629717121) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA - **Serves:** San Jose, Fremont, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Mountain View, Milpitas, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Gilroy, Newark, Morgan Hill, Campbell, Menlo Park, Los Gatos, Los Altos, Saratoga, Monterey, East Palo Alto, Stanford, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Los Altos Hills, Atherton, Cambrian Park, Loyola, Monte Sereno, West Menlo Park, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Alviso, Carmel - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 250 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Eco-friendly - Woman owned AFLA fashions beautiful and relaxing outdoor environments to match your personality and home. AFLA takes pride in creating socially and environmentally conscious landscapes that offer opportunities for a healthier lifestyle. We are Licensed Landscape Architects who provide complete landscape architectural services for residential projects in the South San Francisco & Monterey Bay Area. Our services include: Master Planning, Site Consultation, Design Development, Presentation Drawings, Construction Documents, Construction Administration, and Project Management. ### 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 - Design Consultation - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - Project Management - Drafting - Organic Gardens - Pond Construction - Shed Design & Construction - Edible Gardens - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Greenhouse Design & Construction - Natural Swimming Pools - Dog Run Construction - Artificial Living Walls - Landscape Supplies - Fountains - Irrigation Design - Laundry to Landscape Design - Master Planing - Native Plant Design - Orchard Design - Outdoor Kitchens - Patio - Sustainable Approach to Design. - Vegetable Garden - Vineyard Design ### Areas Served - San Jose - Fremont - Sunnyvale - Santa Clara - San Mateo - Mountain View - Milpitas - Palo Alto - Cupertino - Gilroy - Newark - Morgan Hill - Campbell - Menlo Park - Los Gatos - Los Altos - Saratoga - Monterey - East Palo Alto - Stanford - Pacific Grove - Pebble Beach - Los Altos Hills - Atherton - Cambrian Park - Loyola - Monte Sereno - West Menlo Park - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Alviso - Carmel ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | AFLA Landscape Architecture | | Address | Sunnyvale, California 94086, United States | | Phone | (408) 242-3054 | | Website | http:// | | License Number | CA Lic. No. 5272 | | Followers on Houzz | 27 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [AFLA Landscape Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/afla-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~629717121) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (408) 242-3054 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Bay-Friendly Design Professional, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum landscaping contest runner-up - at HLD Group 2008International Design Competition Award “A call for a sustainable design solution. AAA "Rejuvenation of a degraded urban environment: Taylor Yard, Los Angeles. - **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 13 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Richard Andrews, Feb. 2018** > I had a fabulous experience working with Ashini on my front yard landscaping project in 2014. First and foremost, Ashini's landscaping sensibilities and plant expertise were first-rate, and she provided me a wealth of ideas to work with. But she also demonstrated all of the personal qualities that are necessary for a successful customer relationship --- reliability, flexibility, and commitment, along with an easy-going and engaging personality. In my particular case, I requested a mid-course modification to the original design, and it was not a problem at all for her; she was happy to accommodate my change of heart. > > Since this project was completed I have recommended Ashini to many of my neighbors who were impressed with the work, and were planning their own landscaping renovations. **★★★★★ — Deborah Frazier, Feb. 2018** > Ashini moved from contractor to friend on this project. She did a great job working with our existing limitations and ideas, then added her own touches. She encouraged us to seek out cost-effective, sustainable solutions for our yard that addressed some sore needs with drainage and differing conditions in different regions, while also meeting our desires for more edibles and shade. We highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — EA Di Giovanni, Feb. 2018** > Ashini planned a lawn conversion and landscape project for our house. We wanted to convert our lawn to drought tolerant landscape but we also wanted to do it in a way that would add some curb appeal to our house. We talked to several landscape contractors and as soon as we spoke to Ashini, we felt like she understood what we wanted. Additionally our backyard was dominated by a pool and we didn’t have a lot of room for guests to hangout so we asked her to address this issue too. > > When she showed us the plan, we felt that it reflected what we wanted and more. She incorporated irrigation features that redirected the water from the front gutter to the new plants. Her designs allowed us to qualify for the Santa Clara Valley Water District lawn conversion rebate program. She was mindful of our budget and suggested money saving alternatives to some initial design ideas. I really appreciated that she didn't rely on weed killing chemicals to remove and suppress the many weeds that had taken over our lawn. > > She was incredibly helpful in helping us find the contractor to do the work. As others have mentioned, the project was stress-free. In very little time, we were able to enjoy the extra space in our backyard to welcome our friends and family. We have received many compliments from our neighbors and family about the front of our house as well as our backyard. We enjoyed working with Ashini and we would recommend her without hesitation. **★★★★★ — Excel Construction & Development, Inc., Feb. 2018** > I am a general contractor and AFLA Landscape architect provides landscape design for my clients. All my clients are happy with her thoughtful designs. Her fees are very reasonable. I highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — Catherine W, Feb. 2018** > I really loved working with Ashini on my California Native front yard. It was originally installed by another designer in 2012, but never really took off (four years of extreme drought didn't help). Since 2016, working with the existing plants and hardscape, Ashini has helped me to make changes and additions that have given my garden a much more cohesive and pleasing design. Benz and his crew did an amazing job of installing new plants and repairing and rerouting the irrigation so that it functions now. I actually enjoy working in my garden now and I'm looking forward to working with Ashini on future projects. **★★★★★ — Rani Fischer, Feb. 2018** > Ashini has great people skills and wide knowledge about plants and how to make them thrive. She also has very good taste in designing the garden and a genuine concern for the planet. You can't go wrong with her! **★★★★★ — ASHINI FERNANDEZ, Feb. 2018** > Ashini Fernandez is a delight to work with! She is efficient and has good design ideas. She is very knowledgeable about CA Native Plants, which were used for our front and side yard gardens. Ashini promptly answered emails & phone calls, even for minor questions, & even now after completion of the project. I believe her prices were very reasonable. We were very satisfied with Ashini ,as well as the Contractor she suggested to implement her garden design . **★★★★★ — John Xu, Feb. 2018** > Very professional! Responsible, good communication and comfortable to work with. Good > coordination with the City and client, writes very good responses to City's comments. **★★★★★ — Lawrence Corina, Feb. 2018** > Ashini is a very capable and gifted designer that always shows creativity and knowledge in her work. During the execution of the design she is always on hand to monitor the work , but manages to cooperate with the contractor. **★★★★★ — Andrew Abel, Feb. 2018** > Ashini did a great job drawing up plans for my Laundry to Landscape system, and enabled me to convince the city to get the available rebate. She's also done a great job advising me on other landscaping needs on an "as needed" basis. **★★★★★ — skarlak, Sept. 2016** > Ashini Fernando, Landscape Architect with AFLA Landscape Architecture, has all the qualities that made creating a new back, side and front landscape for my Saratoga home a pleasure, free from hassles and mistakes. She is creative; artistic; pays attention to small details; vast knowledgable about plants and trees; punctual; thoughtful; and an absolutely delightful person. Ashini listens carefully to ideas, makes suggestions, and creates plans that reflect our conversations. She comes with visuals to help me see how the design would look and even accompanies me to the Garden and Supply Stores to help with the selection of pavers and bricks. She evaluates the pros and cons of each choice I make. For example, as we were discussing which pavers to use, she recommended seeing the color in the shade of my own patio area. > Ashini also recommended the contractor with whom I'm working. She obviously knows quality work for I cannot say enough good things about the workers who cut and placed the pavers for the patios. > The design (Ashini's work) and the workmanship (the contractor) combine to create a patio that is getting rave reviews from all who see it. I absolutely love it! > The project is not finished. I have the design plans with plants and trees for the front and back which Ashini created for me. We will not start the planting until October to give the plants a great start. > I recommend Ashini Fernando and AFLA Landscape Architecture highly without any hesitation. She is simply the best, a pleasure to work with and your satisfaction will always be a priority! **Comment from AFLA Landscape Architecture:** > Thank you for your lovely review. I will update pictures of the completed project, soon. **★★★★★ — HU-654136, Sept. 2016** > Ashini planned and oversaw an affordable lawn conversion to a native landscape for our corner lot front yard. We appreciated her listening skills, which she then turned into a plan and, thru her network of experienced contractors, created a magnificent native front yard. The entire project was stress-free and completed per schedule and cost. > We have been on the Going Native Garden Tour the past 2 years. The feedback from visitors confirmed the quality of her work. > We recommend her without hesitation. **Comment from AFLA Landscape Architecture:** > Thank you for your review of my work. It was my pleasure working with you two on your front yard. ## Selected projects - [Moderna Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/moderna-residence-pj-vj~1351537) - Location: Mountain View, CA - Photos: 19 - Description: The sustainable concepts incorporated into this design: Grey Water Harvesting - All the shower, tub, bathroom sinks, and laundry water is used in the garden. Non grey water plants are drip irrigated. Edibles in the Landscape - persimmon, lemon, olives, and tangerine trees were existing. I added more fruit tress (lime and espalier apple trees) and a vegetable box garden and pots. Child Play Area - A place to dig and play – very natural setting Artificial Turf - Though I am not fond of it, the hom… - [Eichler Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eichler-garden-pj-vj~1616577) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 18 - [Mediterranean Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-garden-pj-vj~1126198) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: The large lawn area was replaced by a vineyard and an orchard. Large Oaks were protected and plated with Oak woodland planting. Native and drought tolerant planting surround the vineyard and orchard, The arbor encloses the space and frames the views. Fountain design was modified and completed with AFLA guidance. Court yard designed by project Architect. - [Front Yard for Entertainment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-yard-for-entertainment-pj-vj~1346878) - Location: San Jose, CA - Photos: 6 - Description: Front yard for entertainment Urbanite Path, Decomposed Granite Paving Patio, Fire Pit, and IPE Deck and Fencing - [Wolfe Road Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wolfe-road-garden-pj-vj~1354301) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 23 - Description: Garden designs with sustainability in mind. Vegetable garden, permeable paving, gravel patio, native plants, fruit trees, limited lawn, recycled Trex decking, Locally available stone and field stone use. - [Manuela Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manuela-residence-pj-vj~1346867) - Location: Palo Alto, CA - Photos: 7 - Description: This new residence was designed with multiple outdoor spaces for entertaining, gathering, and quiet relaxation. A pool with water features adds movement and a resort-like quality to the garden, while a large fireplace and outdoor kitchen serve as central features that are frequently used by the owners. The landscape includes a child-friendly garden and a modest lawn area, balanced with fruit trees, native plants, and drought-tolerant planting. Existing oak and olive trees were carefully protecte… - [Trona Backyard Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/trona-backyard-garden-pj-vj~1365424) - Location: San Jose, CA - Photos: 6 - [Garden Redesign](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-redesign-pj-vj~1366160) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 9 - Description: AFLA designed a new succulent garden and helped redesign the plants for the rest of the existing homeowner designed garden. AFLA rearranged and added new plants to give the garden a sense of order. - [View Street Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/view-street-garden-pj-vj~1354335) - Location: Mountain View, CA - Photos: 8 - [Warburton Ave Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/warburton-ave-garden-pj-vj~1354339) - Location: Santa Clara, CA - Photos: 7 - [ANZA AVE](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/anza-ave-pj-vj~2427782) - Location: Saratoga, CA - Photos: 9 - [Peter's Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/peter-s-garden-pj-vj~1418918) - Location: Sunnyvale, CA - Photos: 5 - [Valentine Court](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/valentine-court-pj-vj~2427757) - Location: San Jose, CA - Photos: 1 - [Los Gatos Garden -Under Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/los-gatos-garden-under-construction-pj-vj~1616586) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 9 - [Larsen Place Garden, Santa Clara - Under Construction](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/larsen-place-garden-santa-clara-under-construction-pj-vj~2012779) - Location: Santa Clara, CA - Photos: 1 - [Cedarwood , San Mateo - Master Plan Ideas - In Progress](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cedarwood-san-mateo-master-plan-ideas-in-progress-pj-vj~2012806) - Location: San Mateo, CA - Photos: 2 - [Barry Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barry-residence-pj-vj~3043253) - Location: Monte Sereno, CA - Photos: 20 - [Barcelona Pavilion SketchUp Presentation West Valley College, Saratoga, CA - ARC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/barcelona-pavilion-sketchup-presentation-west-valley-college-saratoga-ca-arc-pj-vj~7049965) - Location: Barcelona, Spain - Photos: 1 - Description: A model of the Barcelona Pavilion was created in SketchUp. Different views of the model was edited in photoshop and finally Google Slides was used to put it all together. - [Corner lot residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corner-lot-residence-pj-vj~6881946) - Location: Sunnyvale, California - Photos: 7 - Description: This corner lot home was completely covered in high water use plants and lawn. Lawn water runoff to the sidewalk was a big problem then. People also used to walking across the front lawn as a short cut. In addition to solving above problems, this newly designed garden is now a habitat garden. the stone fountain attracts birds and acts as a welcoming entry accent. - [Concept development process - projects in progress.](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/concept-development-process-projects-in-progress-pj-vj~6857876) - Location: Santa Clara, California - Photos: 2 - Description: Improve circulation, outdoor entertainment, shade neeeds, and privacy screenig. [See all 31 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/afla-landscape-architecture-pfvwus-pf~629717121) ## Ideabooks - [Midterm Project - Single Family Home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/166706946/list/midterm-project-single-family-home) — 7 ideas - [Aranza Drive](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/158637610/list/aranza-drive) — 12 ideas - [325 17 MILE IDEAS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152542346/list/325-17-mile-ideas) — 52 ideas - [Bitternut Court Backyard Project](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/164422341/list/bitternut-court-backyard-project) — 2 ideas - [Los Alamos Drive](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/158638795/list/los-alamos-drive) — 1 idea - [Tucker Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/153593861/list/tucker-residence) — 5 ideas - [642 Park Road](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152532356/list/642-park-road) — 14 ideas - [41st Avenue, San Mateo](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152418709/list/41st-avenue-san-mateo) — 11 ideas - [Chippendale Court, Los Gatos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142414460/list/chippendale-court-los-gatos) — 28 ideas - [3304 Vin Santo](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/151037940/list/3304-vin-santo) — 2 ideas - [Planting guide](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144678310/list/planting-guide) — 2 ideas - [South Mary](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127251517/list/south-mary) — 1 idea - [View In My Room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119754334/list/view-in-my-room) — 3 ideas [See all 13 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/aflandscapearchitecture) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-24.*