FAQ
Everything You Need To Know About Working with CG GARDEN DESIGN
1.What services do you provide?
We specialize in creating custom outdoor living spaces that feel like your own personal retreat. Our services include vibrant gardens, crafted hardscaping, serene water features, ambient outdoor lighting, and outdoor structures. We also craft fire-pits and BBQ installation tailored to your lifestyle. Every detail is designed to reflect your vision and enhance how you live outdoors.
2. How does your process work?
We start every project with friendly, in-person consultation, where we truly collaborate with you to understand your vision and your space. While you bring your ideas, we use our expertise to refine and shape them into something that’s both beautiful and functional. We know that sometimes what looks great online isn’t always practical, so we focus on creating designs that work for your lifestyle and make the most of your investment. Once everything feels right, we take care of the entire process, ensuring your outdoor becomes reality.
Learn more about our process here.
3. What is the Design Process like with CG Garden Design?
We take a collaborative approach to design, ensuring your outdoor space feels like a true reflection of your style and needs. We’ll work closely with you, starting with consultation to explore your vision. From there, we create a thoughtful custom design tailored to your space. Once everything aligns, we oversee every detail of the build to make sure the final result exceeds your expectation.
Learn more about our Landscape Design and Build here.
4. How much does a landscape design cost?
Every project is unique, so the cost of a design depends on the scope and complexity of your vision. During our initial consultation, we will get to know your goals and recommend the best approach-whether it’s detailed custom landscape design or a simpler concept plan.
Design fees are an investment in creating a cohesive outdoor space tailored to your lifestyle. We’ll always provide a clear quote upfront so you can feel confident moving forward. If you already have structures in place, we’ll discuss whether a detailed design or a simple plan is the right fit for your project.
5. Do you charge consultation fee?
Yes, we do charge consultation fee. This helps us ensure we can dedicate the time and attention your project deserves. This fee includes a visit to your property, where we’ll discuss your vision, ideas and goals. If you move forward with us, the fee is credited toward your project, making it part of the overall investment.
6. How much will my project cost?
Project costs depend on factors like size, scope, materials and complexity. After assessing your property, we’ll provide a clear cost estimate of your project.
We’re happy to explore options, including phasing the project, to create a space that aligns with your vision and investment. Transparency and collaboration are at the heart of how we work, so you’ll always know what to expect.
7. What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout San Diego and surrounding cities. To see a full list of the areas we cover, visit our Service Areas page. If you’re unsure whether we can work in your area, feel free to reach out-we’re happy to confirm!
8. Can I see example of your work?
Absolutely! feel free to explore our Portfolio, to see some of the spaces we have transformed.
9. Why choose CG Garden Design?
At CG Garden Design, we take pride in creating spaces that truly reflect your vision and lifestyle. We take the time to understand your needs, collaborate closely throughout the process, and focus on one project at a time to ensure it gets our full attention. Our thoughtful designs and quality craftsmanship are tailored to bring your dream outdoor space to life.
10. Do you offer ongoing landscape maintenance?
We provide seasonal maintenance exclusively for gardens and landscapes we design and build from ground up. If your project includes a hardscape, water features, or outdoor lighting installation and you plan to enhance the surrounding landscape with us in the future, we’d be happy to discuss maintenance options that support your evolving outdoor space.
11. Do you offer warranty on your work?
Yes, we offer a warranty on our work, which is detailed in the contract. This gives you peace of mind knowing that we’re committed to delivering quality results. The warranty terms will be clearly outlined, ensuring you understand what’s covered and for how long.
12. Do you offer outdoor lighting demos?
Yes, we provide outdoor lighting demos for clients with existing landscapes. This service lets you experience how lighting can transform your space after dark.
A demo fee applies, but if you decide to move forward with us, we’ll credit it toward your project. If not, the fee covers the time and effort involved in setting up the demo.