Pistils Landscape Design + Build

Name: Pistils Landscape Design + Build
Address: 3811 N. Mississippi Avenue, Portland, OR, 97227, United States
Telephone: (503) 444-7192
Rating: 5

41 Reviews

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About Us

18x Best of Houzz winner

Woman owned

Offers Custom Work

Portland Area's Preferred Landscape Design & Build Experts

At Pistils Landscape Design + Build, we believe that the outdoor spaces we inhabit are central to our experiences and quality of life. Whether collaborating with a client directly, or partnering with an architect or designer, our greatest joy comes from realizing the inherent potential of a landscape. With an abiding passion for Pacific Northwest flora, climate and geography, our team knows a successful design begins with a deep understanding of how the built can harmoniously integrate with its natural surroundings. Respecting the “genius of place” -- working with, rather than against, the unique character of each site -- informs all aspects of our design and installation work. Our approach is highly collaborative. We actively engage with our clients, learning about their lifestyles and goals for their outdoor spaces, brainstorming together to ensure the end result is uniquely theirs. As a business, we’re committed to engaging with our clients in a way that is both ethical and honest, producing a result that is of the highest quality. As a design-build firm, Pistils includes both innovative designers as well expert installers. Our design team, led by a licensed landscape architect, achieves the needs of our clients in thoughtful, inventive ways. With an unmatched knowledge of natural materials and flora native to the region, our designers are well-suited to take on any project in the Pacific Northwest. With highly skilled masons, carpenters, metalsmiths and plant specialists on-board, our installation team is fully equipped to handle all elements of landscape construction. Our project managers overlap regularly with our designers, which assures that the nuances developed during the design are realized during installation. Founded in 2001 alongside our sister business, Pistils Nursery, our projects range from small urban residences to expansive rural landscapes, as well as select commercial sites. While design-build is our primary focus, we also welcome design-only and installation-only projects. Pistils Landscape Design is committed to ethical and non-discriminatory hiring, and we believe every member of our staff, from landscape architects to installers, deserves a living wage. In all of our projects, we consider our environmental impact, striving to make decisions that put sustainability first.

Awards

Licensed Oregon Landscape Contractor, Association of Northwest Landscape Designers member

32 Projects

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Lake Oswego Estate

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Business Details

Business Name

Pistils Landscape Design + Build

Phone Number

(503) 444-7192

Website

pistilslandscapedesign.com

Address

3811 N. Mississippi Avenue
Portland, OR 97227

Typical Job Cost

$50,000 - 500,000

License Number

8746

Followers

258 Followers

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Services Provided

Landscape Design

Garden Design

Hardscaping

Landscape Plans

Patio Design

Drought Tolerant Landscaping

Site Planning

Pool Landscaping

Custom Fire Pits

Custom Water Features

Gazebo Design & Construction

Design Consultation

Outdoor Lighting Design

Deck Design

3D Rendering

Project Management

Drafting

Organic Gardens

Shed Design & Construction

Edible Gardens

Custom Bocce Ball Courts

Greenhouse Design & Construction

Dog Run Construction

Brick Masonry

Concrete Construction

Deck Building

Demolition

Drip Irrigation Installation

Driveway Gate Installation

Dry Wells

Excavating

Fence Installation

Irrigation System Installation

Land Leveling & Grading

Landscape Construction

Landscape Lighting Installation

Masonry

Outdoor Fireplace Construction

Outdoor Kitchen Construction

Outdoor Lighting Installation

Patio Construction

Paver Installation

Pergola Construction

Planting

Retaining Wall Construction

Site Preparation

Sprinkler System Installation

Tree Planting

Trellis Construction

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Areas Served

Portland

Beaverton

Tigard

Aloha

Lake Oswego

Bethany

West Linn

Happy Valley

Milwaukie

Lents

Cedar Mill

Oak Grove

Cedar Hills

West Haven-Sylvan

Garden Home-Whitford

West Slope

Sunnyside

Clackamas

Raleigh Hills

West Haven

Metzger

Maywood Park

Dunthorpe

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41 Reviews for Pistils Landscape Design + Build

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5.0|41 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

Marie Suwannukul

I engaged with Pistil's for a full overhaul of a very difficult sloped/hillside landscape remodel with a 5steep grade and unforgiving soil and access. Adding to the complexity was also a surprise pandemic in the middle of the project! While it was not the easiest project for anyone involved, I would 100% work with the Pistil's team again. They have a beautiful design aesthetic (which is why I originally chose them) but really why I would work with them again is because of their client service. We had to manage through some challenging hiccups and every time Pistil's was patient, collaborative and solution oriented. I am beyond happy with the end result and I'm convinced their landscape helped me sell my house in the summer of 2022. Big ups to Glenn, David and the whole crew!

March 6, 2023

jakobkerr

We engaged with Pistils on a large-scale overhaul of our yard. They essentially redesigned and updated nearly every aspect of our property, from our lawn to our concrete back patio to fencing to plants. We are very, very happy with the results. We especially liked working with Pistils because of their end-to-end services, from the thoughtful and excellent design team all the way through the high quality, thorough installation work. Everyone we worked with was extremely reliable, conscientious, and courteous. The Pistils crew spent several months working in our yard and always treated our home like it was their own. For such a massive project, the entire process felt as stress-free as possible, and all the work was done with excellent quality and craftsmanship. We've received endless compliments from neighbors and friends about our new yard. We would strongly recommend Pistils to anyone looking for landscaping design and build services!

January 24, 2023

Calen Hall

Big shout-out to our Pistils team! Mikiel, Andie, David, Shane, and Chris were outstanding. Estimated 5 weeks for the project but polished it off in 3. Pistils now has their stone and steel work integrated into the business as opposed to contracted out, so the guys were at our job 5 days per week and not getting rotated around and spread thin. Did a very fine job installing a bluestone patio, steel retaining walls and a steel cable / cedar fence - it looks amazing. If you're looking for a high-end finish and experience, we highly recommend Pistils.

October 8, 2022

HU-915379506

We used Pistils to redesign and landscape our front yard. Wanted something new and modern but would still look beautiful against our 1911 craftsman home. We love the final result and had a great experience working with the whole Pistils team.

September 4, 2022

Chelsea Tieszen

Pistils helped us turn our blank slate of a back yard into a gorgeous and functional space that we spend so much time in now! The team worked to create a vision that fit our budget and hopes for an eventually low-maintenance but beautiful landscape. Communication was great, and the outcome is even better than we expected. We are so grateful and would highly recommend working with Pistils!

September 26, 2021

HU-887404963

From design to installation Pistils did an excellent job. Everyone who works with or for Pistils is conscientious and kind. We were listened to all along the way and Pistils cares so much about the outcome THEY brought up changes to their own plan that they thought would enhance the design. We, without hesitation, recommend Pistils and would work with them again if we had another project.

April 24, 2021

Jennifer Dinh

David and Mikiel were amazing to work with! After having a few nightmare contractor experiences we decided to go with a full service Design-Build firm for our backyard renovation. It was absolutely worth every Penny. I’ve never had such a smooth timely and professional experience for a renovation. Literally no stress! The tram they chose were on time every single day and cleaned up every single day. My neighbors were so impressed by their professionalism and consideration. Pistils is the perfect design build firm at every price point. Love their modern design and attention to detail. They left no stone unturned. Pun intended! Thank you David & Mikiel!!! It was an absolute pleasure!!

February 23, 2021

pdx333

We selected Pistils after reading a review on Houzz for a similar landscape situation (hillside and water issues). We "clicked" with them from the start, and a relationship of trust ensued. Our project included a 3/4 acre lot, with two complex storm water drains, an outdoor kitchen, and a low maintenance desire in our landscape, that backs up to undeveloped wooded property. The landscaping was for a new construction home, so they had to work with/around the ongoing construction crew. Pistil's design expertise is incredible, adding elements of Corten steel "art" throughout our property. One unexpected area was when we mentioned we wanted a small "rose garden" and they created a garden with walking path through it that we see every time we enter our drive. Throughout the project, we modified things, with bids presented before we approved, and this made the outcome even better. In addition to their design and implementation expertise, having a project manager that helped us all stay focused on timelines was an unbelievable asset. The crew that did the implementation could not have been more respectful, and we felt like they were family by the time the project was complete. Overall, we enthusiastically recommend them for any landscaping project

November 19, 2020

gulgun54

I can't say enough good things about the people who work at Pistils and their work. I am completely ignorant about landscaping, asked a hundred questions, changed my mind about the design a dozen times and they were so patient with me. The final product is nothing short of a work of art.

September 10, 2020

changsam

We hired Pistils to help us design and remodel our backyard, which included the removal of two trees, a new deck, a hardscaped patio with a gas fire pit, and a new lawn and plantings. It was a small backyard but a large project, which involved changing pretty much every aspect of our yard. It was a pleasure working with the Pistils team. The designers listened to my ideas and offered their suggestions - ultimately, helping me to envision and create exactly what we wanted. The process was easy, fluid and quick. The construction of the project took longer than expected (primarily due to COVID I believe), but we were extremely happy with the results. Most importantly - the team kept me informed of the timing and progress, and allowed me to make revisions to the project throughout construction. The team on site was respectful and professional - the quality of the work was exceptional. Highly recommended!

September 7, 2020

winorchids

Wow! What an amazing experience it has been to work with Pistils these past few months. Our backyard feels like a hidden oasis and is one of the most stunning in our neighborhood. They carefully listened to our needs every step of the way and proposed designs that illustrated the talent from working with professionals over DIY. The ideas they had were more creative than anything we could have imagined ourselves. They made it easy to collaborate on various elements to ensure our needs were met. The process of scoping, quoting, and payment was very straightforward. They responded promptly and helpfully to our many(!) questions and requests. Every person was genuinely interested in ensuring we got the backyard of our dreams. We received constant updates on progress and the entire team working in our backyard was great! They made everything so easy. We've spent every day in awe of the beauty of our new backyard. We couldn't be happier we went with Pistils and highly recommend them!

August 31, 2020

Ed Conlow

We contracted with Pistils for a backyard patio, walkway on the side of the house, and steps in front. Pistil's estimate was less costly than the other company we discussed the project with, while offering better material than the competitor offered. We said we wanted something simple but natural looking, without alot of flourishes. Pistils didn't provide us with any sort of preliminary sketch of how the final product would look, but in preliminary discussions and several walk-throughs they seemed to understand what we wanted. They installed bluestone for the patio, with a different natural stone for a low retaining wall. (It looks fantastic.) As the project proceeded, Pistils' crew made a couple minor design modifications, based upon discussions with us, with positive results. The crew members were really nice to have around, always discussed any issues with us in advance, and they were skilled at their jobs. The Final product was on budget and exceeded expectations.

July 28, 2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

We specialize in custom Pacific Northwest landscapes, ranging from small urban residences to expansive rural and select commercial sites. Our focus is on harmonizing the natural environment with architectural character and your unique lifestyle to create exceptional outdoor spaces of the highest quality.

Yes, we are a design-build firm, so we offer full project coordination from initial design through expert installation. We also welcome design-only projects if you prefer to handle the installation yourself or with another contractor, ensuring flexibility for your needs.

Absolutely. As landscape architects and designers, we create detailed planting and layout plans tailored to your site and preferences. Our team has unmatched knowledge of Pacific Northwest flora to ensure a beautiful, harmonious, and thriving design for your outdoor space.

Yes, we specialize in designing comprehensive outdoor living spaces. This includes custom patios, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, pergolas, and decks, all integrated seamlessly into your landscape to enhance your lifestyle and enjoyment. We handle both design and construction.

Yes, sustainability is a core value for us. We design beautiful and functional drought-tolerant landscapes and organic gardens, always considering the environmental impact and striving to make decisions that put sustainability first, especially suited for the Pacific Northwest climate.

FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.

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42 Comments

Commented: Chairs?I believe these chairs wee purchased from Pottery Barn

October 1, 2019

Commented: Love the colour of this houseUnfortunately, we are not aware of the house color, as the client has since moved out of the area.

May 29, 2019

Commented: What material is the deck made of? And dimensions of top platform?The material is ipe. The dims are approx: 5' x 7'

March 18, 2019

Commented: Metal EdgingHello, there. That product used for the edging is just 4" wide, 1/4" thick steel flat bar. You can purchase this at your local steel yard.

February 15, 2019

Commented: Gauge of Corten Steel Planters1/4" thick, angle iron for bracing

July 13, 2018

Commented: what is the paint color?I wish we knew. It's a nice combo. Unfortunately, we were not involved in the house painting.

January 13, 2018

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