Create Your Outdoor Retreat
Your backyard is more than open space — it is an extension of your home and lifestyle. NHG HOME specializes in landscape architecture and outdoor living design across Orange County, creating resort-style environments tailored to how you entertain, relax, and live. From intimate courtyard gardens to expansive entertainer's backyards, we craft master plans that bring your vision to life with patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, fire features, water elements, and lush plantings.
Our design-build approach means your project flows seamlessly from concept to completion under one team. We begin with a thorough site analysis, develop detailed 3D renderings so you can visualize every element, and then execute the build with precision. Whether you need hardscaping, landscape lighting, irrigation systems, or a complete backyard transformation, we handle every detail — including HOA submissions and permit coordination — so you can enjoy the process as much as the result.
Design-Build Under One Roof
From concept sketches to finished construction, one dedicated team manages your entire backyard project without handoff gaps.
3D Visualization First
Photorealistic 3D renderings let you see and refine your backyard design before a single shovel breaks ground.
Built for Orange County Living
Drought-tolerant plant palettes, efficient irrigation, and materials selected for the Southern California climate and lifestyle.
Comprehensive Landscape Services
What's Included
Site Analysis & Concept Design
On-site evaluation of grading, drainage, sun exposure, and existing conditions followed by initial concept layouts and mood boards.
3D Renderings & Plans
Photorealistic 3D visualizations and detailed construction drawings so you can see every element before building begins.
Plant & Material Selection
Curated plant palettes suited to Orange County's climate, plus premium hardscape materials, stone, tile, and wood selections.
Landscape Lighting Design
Custom low-voltage lighting plans for pathways, accent lighting, uplighting, and entertaining areas to extend outdoor enjoyment after dark.
Irrigation Planning
Water-efficient drip and spray zone design with smart controllers, ensuring healthy plantings while minimizing water waste and utility costs.
HOA Submission Support
Complete preparation and management of HOA architectural review packages, including drawings, material boards, and committee correspondence.
Investment Guide
Price Reference
Backyard design costs depend on project scope, lot size, features, and material selections. Below are typical price ranges for Orange County projects.
Design Only
$3,000
plans & renderings
Design + Build (Standard)
$30K-$80K
full design-build
Design + Build (Premium)
$80K-$150K+
resort-level transformation
* Final cost depends on lot size, feature selections, material quality, and project complexity. We provide free on-site consultations with detailed, itemized pricing.
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FAQ
Backyard design costs in Orange County depend on project scope. Design-only packages typically run $3,000, covering site analysis, concept design, 3D renderings, and construction documents. Full design-build projects range from $30,000-$150,000+ depending on features, materials, and lot size. We provide free consultations with transparent, itemized pricing.
The design phase typically takes 2-4 weeks, including site analysis, concept development, revisions, and final construction documents. Construction timelines range from 6-16 weeks depending on project complexity, permit requirements, and material lead times. We provide a detailed project schedule during your consultation and keep you updated throughout.
Yes, most gated communities and HOA-governed neighborhoods in Orange County require architectural review and approval before exterior modifications. NHG HOME handles the entire HOA submission process, including preparing drawings, material boards, and responding to committee feedback, so you do not have to navigate the process alone.
Absolutely. We can enhance your existing landscape by adding new features like a patio, fire pit, or outdoor kitchen while preserving mature trees and plantings you love. Alternatively, we can redesign the entire backyard around existing elements worth keeping. During the site analysis, we assess what stays, what goes, and what gets integrated into the new design.
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Contact us for a free consultation and personalized design proposal for your outdoor living space.
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