Custom Backyard Landscape Designs in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills
Koch & Associates has earned a reputation for backyard landscape designs that bring beauty, sophistication, and value to homes throughout Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. Ready to transform your underused yard into the highlight of your home? Explore our services to discover what we can create for you.
Landscape Architecture Consultations
A successful landscape design starts with clear goals and style guidance. Our landscape architects meet with you to understand how you want to use the yard and the look you want to achieve. After that, we walk the site together and evaluate sun exposure, drainage patterns, and elevation changes. We use what we learn to design a plan that complements your home, supports everyday use, and performs well in local conditions.
Our Backyard Landscape Design Services in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills
Garden Design
A beautiful garden balances style with long-term performance. Our team helps you find a look you love, chooses plants that make sense for your space, and organizes them into a layout that is easy to manage. Your garden can be vibrant and colorful, Mediterranean-styled and textured, or drought-tolerant and native. You choose, we design!
Hardscaping
We design hardscapes that add purpose to your outdoor spaces. This means patios that accommodate entertaining, walkways that create clear routes from doors and gates, and entry sequences that make you feel special. We also help you select finishes that create a consistent look across your property.
Retaining Walls
We engineer retaining walls that manage slope changes and create level areas for patios, lawns, and planting beds. You’ll see how our plans focus on wall placement and height, how the wall ties into the surrounding landscape, and integrated drainage that supports long-term performance.
Patio Covers
Shade structures add comfort and definition to outdoor living areas. When we plan for gazebos, pergolas, and louvered patio covers, we account for sun exposure, how the structure frames the view, and how it relates to your home’s architecture. We can also incorporate integrated lighting, fans, and other outdoor comfort features as needed.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor kitchen designs should make cooking and hosting fun. We design plans that include appliance layouts, custom counters, and seating zones that account for wind, smoke, and traffic flow. We also accommodate space for utilities, lighting, and storage, and can help select materials that tie in with your surrounding landscape.
Pools and Water Features
Pools and water features should feel well-balanced within a landscape. We address pool shape and placement, decking zones, circulation paths, and sightlines from key rooms. For fountains, ponds, and waterfalls, we calibrate scale and sound to create a calming presence.
Fire Pits
A well-placed fire pit creates a natural gathering space and extends the outdoor season for you and your guests. We plan the placement and surrounding seating, so the area feels comfortable and spacious. We also pay close attention to wind exposure and ventilation to support safe use.
Your Top Choice for Backyard Landscape Designs in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills
For over 40 years, Koch Landscape has delivered one-of-a-kind backyard landscape designs across Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. We plan outdoor spaces that support daily use and entertaining without sacrificing aesthetics.
Ready to explore ideas for your yard? Call 510-490-0487 or contact us online to book an onsite discovery meeting with our team. Koch & Associates is a leading provider of backyard landscape designs in Los Altos and Los Altos Hills.
The Landscapes of Los Altos and Los Altos Hills
Los Altos and Los Altos Hills blend quiet residential streets with a strong architectural identity shaped by the area’s past as orchard land. In Los Altos, many neighborhoods feature ranch and mid-century homes on generous lots. Landscapes often emphasize usable outdoor rooms, shaded patios, and layered planting that adds privacy without closing in the space. Just beyond town, Los Altos Hills shifts to larger, more rural properties set on rolling terrain. Here, designers let the land guide the layout and use careful grading and terracing to create areas for patios, pool decks, and lawns. Mature oaks and native vegetation add character, and many homeowners preserve the existing views to maintain their connection to the outdoors.