Design + Build, one team
Design and construction under one contract. The rendering, the permit, the build — one accountable team, with licensed specialty subcontractors where a trade requires its own license.
Orange County · CSLB Licensed B-General #1104364
Outdoor living,
designed and built by one team.
为南加家庭定制的户外生活 · 设计与施工一体
From hand-drawn concept to final pour, our licensed team carries your project end-to-end. Photorealistic 3D renders. Transparent fixed-fee design. HOA-ready plans.
What we do
One team, from idea to inhabited.
We're a licensed Orange County design-build studio. Design and construction run under one contract and one point of contact, so the rendering you sign off on is the yard you walk into. No handoffs, no reblame, no "the architect didn't draw that."
Bilingual EN / 中文
Same-quality service in English or Mandarin. Original Chinese copy, not a back-translation.
Local to Orange County
Projects across Orange County. We live where we build — Costa Mesa, Irvine, Newport, Mission Viejo, Huntington, Laguna.
Featured project · Orange County
A view lot you can sit in.
A hillside lot arranged around the view: the pool held tight against a frameless glass railing, turf and large-format pavers stepping out to a shaded lounge, flowering hedge along the back wall, and a specimen aloe in a cast planter.
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NHG vs the alternatives.
What you actually get when you hire a local design-build studio versus an online platform or a general contractor without designers.
| Online platform | Generic contractor | NHG Home | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designer + builder same team | — remote designers, you find the builder | — builds whatever you bring | ✓ One team, in OC |
| Walks your yard in person | — photos & satellite only | ✓ | ✓ Free 1-hour consult |
| Bilingual EN/中文 | — English only | — rarely | ✓ Native both |
| Photorealistic 3D renders | ✓ | — sketches only | ✓ In-house |
| Construction-ready drawings | — concept-only PDF | ✓ | ✓ Build-ready set |
| HOA / city permit handling | — your problem | ✓ | ✓ We submit + follow up |
| Fixed-fee design phase | ✓ | — bundled into build | ✓ Public price tiers |
Design phase, transparently priced
Three ways to start.
Fixed-fee design tiers. Build cost is separate and depends on materials and scope (typical range $40K–$250K+).
Concept
For owners who want a clear plan but will hire builders separately.
$1,350/ design
- 2D site plan, dimensioned
- Materials moodboard
- Plant palette (zone 10)
- 2 revision rounds
- PDF handoff
Signature
Construction-ready. The package most clients pick when they intend to build.
$2,800/ design
- Photorealistic 3D renders
- Construction-ready drawings
- HOA submission package
- Material specs + quantities
- Build cost estimate range
- Unlimited revisions in scope
Estate
Multi-zone properties, pools, custom structures, full architectural integration.
$5,200+/ design
- Full multi-zone master plan
- Day & night lighting plan
- Pool / structure architecture
- Engineer / arborist coordination
- White-glove project mgmt
How we work
Six steps, no surprises.
- 1
Discovery
Free 1-hour consult on-site. We walk your yard, listen to how you use it, ask questions.
- 2
Design
2–6 weeks at a fixed fee. 2D plan, 3D renders, materials, plant palette.
- 3
Permitting
HOA submission. City permits. We file, follow up, and answer their questions.
- 4
Build
2–6 months. Your project manager sends a weekly photo update. You sleep.
- 5
Walkthrough
90-day touch-up window. Anything that settles or pops we fix on the house.
- 6
Maintenance
Optional ongoing care — irrigation tuning, plant replacement, hardscape sealing.
Your yard is the room you don't have yet.
Three minutes of questions. We come back with a recommended package, a build cost range, and a date to walk the lot.
Selected work
Recent work across the county.
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EN / 中文
Bilingual service
$1,350
Fixed-fee design from
3D
Renders before you build
Why NHG HOME
Direct service, no middlemen.
With years of construction and renovation experience in Orange County, our team delivers quality craftsmanship on every project. We are a streamlined team without middlemen, providing end-to-end services from design to completion.
- ✓Direct communication with the project team
- ✓CSLB license #1104364, verify it at cslb.ca.gov
- ✓End-to-end service from design to completion
- ✓Weekly photo updates during the build
Where we build
Common questions
What homeowners ask us first.
How much does backyard design and construction cost in Orange County?
Backyard design and construction in Orange County typically costs $15,000–$150,000+, depending on scope, materials, and features. A basic patio or hardscape starts around $15,000, while full outdoor living spaces with kitchens, pergolas, and landscaping can exceed $100,000. NHG HOME provides free, detailed estimates with transparent pricing. Read our full Orange County landscape design cost guide →
What outdoor features can NHG HOME design and build?
NHG HOME designs and builds complete outdoor living spaces including patios, decks, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, BBQ islands, fire pits, water features, landscape lighting, irrigation systems, artificial turf, hardscape, retaining walls, and pool-adjacent structures. We handle everything from concept design through construction.
Does NHG HOME handle HOA approvals for backyard projects?
Yes. NHG HOME manages the full HOA approval process for backyard projects, including architectural review submissions, design documentation, material specifications, and compliance verification. We have experience working with HOA communities across Orange County and streamline the approval timeline.
What areas does NHG HOME serve?
NHG HOME serves communities across Orange County including Irvine, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Tustin, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and premium communities like Newport Coast, Shady Canyon, Corona del Mar, and Coto de Caza.
Ready to transform your outdoor space?
A free on-site consultation, a transparent estimate, and one team from the first sketch to the final pour.