--- title: "Takumi Design — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/takumi-design-pfvwus-pf~915470048 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~915470048.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Takumi Design" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6b334aaf046a6850_3013-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Available upon Request, Bergenfield, New Jersey 07621, United States" latitude: 40.9238 longitude: -73.9989 phone: "(201) 528-1544" website: http://takumidesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 2 years_in_business: 25 followers: 23 last_updated: 2026-09-13 --- # Takumi Design > Westchester County Premier Landscape Architect & Contractor Original Houzz profile: [Takumi Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/takumi-design-pfvwus-pf~915470048) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Bergenfield, NJ - **Serves:** Englewood, Paramus, Ridgewood, Mahwah, Maplewood, Wyckoff, Tenafly, Ramsey, Short Hills, Edgewater, Glen Rock, Franklin Lakes, Hillsdale, River Vale, Cresskill, Park Ridge, Closter, Upper Saddle River, Oradell, Midland Park, Allendale, Woodcliff Lake, Old Tappan, Norwood, Englewood Cliffs, Demarest, Harrington Park, Northvale, Ho Ho Kus, Saddle River, Haworth, Alpine, Rockleigh, Connecticut, Rockland County, Waldick, Washington Township, Westchester County - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (2 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Pro Software User - 500 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Offers Custom Work - 25 years in business ### Business highlights - 25 years in business - Offers Custom Work - Locally owned Takumi Design is a full service landscape design and build firm. With 25+ years experience, RLA Charles Gardner and his creative, multi-disciplinary staff provide comprehensive design, planning and construction services for a range of diverse projects. "From Copley Square to South Street Seaport we have done it all." What makes the firm unique are its one of a kind custom outdoor space projects. Takumi Design specializes in designing and building highly stylized landscape environments that exemplify a true extension of a client's personality and lifestyle. ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Site Planning - Custom Fire Pits - Pool Landscaping - Swimming Pool Design - Gazebo Design & Construction - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - Pond Construction - Organic Gardens - Edible Gardens - Potted Plants - Brick Masonry - Concrete Construction - Concrete Repair - Construction Management - Deck Building - Demolition - Environmental Design - Excavating - Fireplaces - Hedge Trimming - Irrigation Repair - Irrigation Systems - Land Clearing - Land Leveling & Grading - Landscape Architecture - Landscape Construction - Landscape Maintenance - Lawn Aeration - Lawn Mowing - Lawn Seeding - Lawn Treatment and Fertilization - Master Pool Design - Mulching - Outdoor Kitchens and Bars - Paver Installation - Planting - Retaining Wall Construction - Tree planting - Tree pruning - Weed Control - Yard Waste Removal ### Areas Served - Englewood - Paramus - Ridgewood - Mahwah - Maplewood - Wyckoff - Tenafly - Ramsey - Short Hills - Edgewater - Glen Rock - Franklin Lakes - Hillsdale - River Vale - Cresskill - Park Ridge - Closter - Upper Saddle River - Oradell - Midland Park - Allendale - Woodcliff Lake - Old Tappan - Norwood - Englewood Cliffs - Demarest - Harrington Park - Northvale - Ho Ho Kus - Saddle River - Haworth - Alpine - Rockleigh - Connecticut - Rockland County - Waldick - Washington Township - Westchester County ### Typical Job Cost $30,000 - 250,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Takumi Design | | Address | Available upon Request, Bergenfield, New Jersey 07621, United States | | Phone | (201) 528-1544 | | Website | http://takumidesign.com | | Years in business | 25 | | Followers on Houzz | 23 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/TakumiDesign - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/pub/charles-gardner/13/964/650 - Blog — http://www.takumidesignllc.net/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Takumi Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/takumi-design-pfvwus-pf~915470048) - **Website:** http://takumidesign.com - **Phone:** (201) 528-1544 ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 2 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Featured Review **★★★★★ — David, May 2024** > We had a major retaining wall project that also included new fencing, pool deck and landscaping. Takumi Design made a competitive bid. They were easy to work with, guiding us through many decisions. They started and completed the project within our timeframe. We continue to enjoy our “new” backyard and consult with Charlie from time to time. ### All 2 reviews **★★★★★ — mark1329, May 2016** > My wife and I initially hired Takumi Design to design and build our in-ground swimming pool and surrounding garden, stone patio in the backyard. One of the best things about Takumi is that they handled all aspects of the project from start to finish, so we did not have to hire and coordinate with several different firms to complete the project. Takumi handled the architecture and gardening designs, assisted with the town's approval/permit process, excavated and built the pool and the hot tub, and did all of the surrounding stone and tile work. They took care of the piping for the plumbing and electrical, including our last minute changes like adding a generator, and adding a stairwell. They also designed and built our granite grilling area and later, our fire pit area. They handled the entire horticultural project from making recommendations about what flowers, plants and trees to use, to designing the beds, purchasing the plants and installing everything. It looks so beautiful, that every year my family cannot wait until spring time for the all season-long floral displays to begin. > We were so pleased with Takumi's work that we have since hired them to do smaller projects for us, like redoing the front walkway with flagstone, and designing and installing a lima-bean shaped flower bed in the front of the house. > > They are extremely hands-on and very easy to work with. My wife and I highly recommend them. ## Selected projects - [Porch Extension and Walkway Replacement. Somers, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/porch-extension-and-walkway-replacement-somers-new-york-pj-vj~7523217) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Rockland County Stone and Patio Work](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rockland-county-stone-and-patio-work-pj-vj~7432597) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Lawn and Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lawn-and-gardens-pj-vj~7435027) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Lawn and Gardens- Bergen County, NJ](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lawn-and-gardens-bergen-county-nj-pj-vj~7453558) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: Lawn and Garden Maintenance throughout Northern New Jersey - [Rockland County, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rockland-county-new-york-pj-vj~7431848) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Biophilic Home - Pawling, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/biophilic-home-pawling-ny-pj-vj~789945) - Location: Pawling, NY - Photos: 4 - Description: Custom outdoor environment complete with pool, spa, planting and stone steps. - [Indoor Pool Dancefloor - Greenwich, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/indoor-pool-dancefloor-greenwich-ct-pj-vj~1700359) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 7 - Description: This project consists of an indoor pool that raises up to become a dance floor. Bathrooms were are hand-tiled and constructed by the finest artisans in Westchester. - [Other Projects - Westchester and Orange County, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/other-projects-westchester-and-orange-county-ny-pj-vj~1700455) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: Small projects completed across New York state. - [Full Landscape Reconstruction - North Salem, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/full-landscape-reconstruction-north-salem-ny-pj-vj~1690337) - Location: North Salem, NY - Photos: 8 - Description: Full Package Landscape and Outdoor Reconstruction - back and front yard - including Pool, Spa, Patio, Fireplace, Outdoor Grill, Driveway, Entrance, Stone Steps, Stone Walls and Planting. Lots of elegant stonework and biophilic design principles were incorporated into the building of this project. - [Stone Remodel - Somers, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stone-remodel-somers-ny-pj-vj~1690310) - Location: Somers, NY - Photos: 4 - Description: Cozy apartment gets a makeover, Takumi style. This second story artist apartment in Somers, New York was a comfy spot, but it lacked serious physical appeal. We decided to give it a Takumi style makeover. Removing the paint-peeled wooden steps and plastic shingle siding, made way for a classic stone castle look. Wooden handrails with Japanese artisan style spindles were added as well as a trellis above the garage. Planting beds were inserted beneath. Come springtime, climbing plants will grow up… - [Landscape Remodel - Rhinebeck, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landscape-remodel-rhinebeck-ny-pj-vj~1171366) - Location: Rhinebeck, NY - Photos: 6 - Description: Landscaping remodel consisting of brick walls/walkways, planting, stone steps, gunite pool and trellis. - [Traditional Manor - Greenwich, CT](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/traditional-manor-greenwich-ct-pj-vj~1171380) - Location: Greenwich, CT - Photos: 4 - Description: A traditional style stone reconstruction complete with patio, stone walls, planting, front entryway gates, driveway and Grecian pool/spa combination. - [Stone Work-Rockland County, NY](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stone-work-rockland-county-ny-pj-vj~7453548) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [North Salem, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/north-salem-new-york-pj-vj~7431173) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Pawling, New York](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pawling-new-york-pj-vj~7431164) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/takumi-design-pfvwus-pf~915470048) ## Video - [Company video](https://player.vimeo.com/external/935876935.m3u8?s=c80e6a5e2231009ebf402f9fb8a91dc69ca6c7fe&oauth2_token_id=1384357804) ## Frequently Asked Questions **What types of landscape design projects do you specialize in?** We specialize in designing and building highly stylized landscape environments for both residential and commercial clients. Our projects often include stone steps, garden plantings, pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, bars, and fire features. We also focus on green-oriented construction, incorporating biophilic design, green roofs, wetland restoration, and other sustainable practices to create unique outdoor spaces. **Do you offer design-only services or full project coordination?** At Takumi Design, we offer comprehensive design, planning, and construction services. We pride ourselves on being a 'one-stop shop,' managing projects from start to finish. This means we handle both the design and the full project coordination and build, ensuring a seamless process for our clients without the need to coordinate multiple contractors. **Do you create detailed planting and layout plans?** Yes, we absolutely create detailed planting and layout plans. Our expertise includes garden design, land planning, and selecting appropriate plantings for various environments. We incorporate everything from stone steps and garden plantings to green roofs and native xeroscape plantings, ensuring a thoughtful and functional layout for your outdoor space. **Do you design outdoor living spaces such as patios and outdoor kitchens?** Designing outdoor living spaces is one of our core specialties. We create comfortable and livable outdoor environments, including custom patios, outdoor kitchens, bars, and fireplaces. We also design and build custom fire pits, hardscaping, and outdoor lighting to enhance your enjoyment of your outdoor areas. **Do you design drought-tolerant or sustainable landscapes?** Yes, we are deeply committed to designing drought-tolerant and sustainable landscapes. Our 'Green Orientation' approach includes biophilic design, green roofs, wetland restoration, sustainable storm water management, and zero footprint development. We prioritize using locally sourced materials and native plant life to create healthier, more environmentally conscious outdoor spaces. *FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.* ## Ideabooks - [charlesgardner's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/52543381/list/charlesgardner-s-ideas) — 3 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/charlesgardner) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-13.*