Falling waters landscape is an award-winning Landscape Architecture and construction STUDIO. We work on residential, hospitality and select commercial/retail spaces.

 
 

what we believe

We believe that harmony between Home and Land can be achieved no matter what the style may be. We believe this harmony is integral to the health and beauty of our environment. We believe in simple, honest materials and uncluttered plant palettes. We believe that sustainability is a balancing act with practicality… and budgets. We believe in entertaining and making guests in our spaces walk away feeling good. We believe in taking care of our people, our clients, and our community. We believe that an experience in nature can be transformative - and necessary. We believe in quality workmanship, attention to detail, staying curious, creating relationships - and making people and plants happy.

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Restaurant Lilo, Carlsbad CA

 
 

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awarded & acknowledged

Falling Waters Landscape has spearheaded multiple projects, ranging anywhere from small front yards to multi-acre estates. FWL has been the recipient of many industry awards, and has been widely published in books, newspapers and magazines such as Garden Design, California Style (Japan) and Sunset Magazine. See published projects and other press here

FWL publishes an anthology of projects every one to two years along with design ideas and musings. To purchase please check out the Annual

 
 
 
 

how we work

Every project is unique, so our approach varies depending on location, budget, client involvement, City/HOA requirements. We charge a fixed fee for concept plans and hourly rates for design development. We take on construction projects on a case by case basis.

From our office in Encinitas, CA we offer our full services to our local clients . Our Design and Consulting services are offered everywhere else.

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Q + A

 

  • We offer everything from a paid design consultation to full construction-ready plans.

    Smaller projects fall in the $6k–$9k range. Larger or more complex projects, possibly requiring City or Coastal approvals, are typically about 5–7% of the project budget.

    We invest in thoughtful design up front so the build goes smoothly and avoids costly surprises

  • Yes — we do. Our design services are flexible depending on what you need. That can be anything from a one-hour on-site design consultation to help you think through ideas, all the way up to a full set of plans suitable for permits, HOA or Coastal Commission review, and Construction.

    We’re happy to meet you where you are in the process and give you the level of support that makes the most sense for your project.

  • We do not perform weekly or monthly maintenance in-house, but do have recommendations to our clients based on location, size, needs.

    Our philosophy is that YOU must be involved in the maintenance of your spaces. If you do not want to be involved, plan on budgeting for a high-end team with dedicated account managers.

  • We’re happy to explore a build from another designer’s plans. The most important thing for us is that the design is strong, makes sense for the space, and aligns with the realities of construction and budget.

    Rough numbers on designs are provided complimentary. Comprehensive bids will require engagement.

  • Our core field crew is 6-8 full-time employees — these are the craftsmen who are with us every day and know our standards inside and out.

    We also partner with trusted experts we’ve worked with for years. This lets us maintain quality, stay efficient, and make sure the right people are doing the right parts of the job.

  • If you are unsure at this stage, the best thing to do is educate yourself on what is possible and the different ways to make it happen.

    We would suggest a consultation where Ryan or Garrett could meet with you and help you decide on next steps

    www.fallingwaterslandscape.com/consultatins