Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa occupies a unique position in the Orange County landscape market. Situated between the coast and the inland communities, it blends the creative energy of its Eastside arts district with established residential neighborhoods like Mesa Verde, College Park, and the newer developments along the 19th Street corridor. Properties here vary widely—from mid-century ranch homes on generous lots to contemporary infill construction on compact parcels—and each demands a different design strategy. Our Costa Mesa projects often involve maximizing the potential of modest-sized lots. Where space is limited, we design with precision: built-in seating that doubles as planter walls, compact fire features, narrow-profile water elements, and vertical planting layers that create depth without consuming floor area. The result is an outdoor environment that feels expansive despite its footprint. Costa Mesa’s transitional climate—warmer than the immediate coast but cooler than Irvine or Tustin—supports a broad plant palette. We take advantage of this range, incorporating subtropical species like Plumeria and Bird of Paradise alongside drought-tolerant Mediterranean staples. Many older Costa Mesa neighborhoods lack HOA restrictions, giving homeowners greater creative freedom in their landscape choices. We channel that freedom into designs that are bold yet disciplined, using material restraint and spatial clarity to create landscapes that stand apart on the street.