Concept
A clear, build-ready plan you can take anywhere.
$1,350/ design
- Site analysis
- 2D site plan
- Concept moodboard
- 1 revision round
Service
Backyard Design
Plans you can build, palettes you can live in.
What's included
Every project, every time.
- ✓Site analysis & measurementLaser measure, slope/grade, sun path, existing features.
- ✓Concept moodboard + style direction2–3 visual directions to pick from.
- ✓2D site planHardscape + softscape layout, dimensioned.
- ✓3D rendering1–2 angles, photoreal lighting.
- ✓Planting planDrought-tolerant palette, mature sizes, water zones.
- ✓Lighting planPath, accent, downlight, control schematic.
- ✓Material & finish specificationsPavers, stone, wood, metal — sample list.
- ✓HOA submittal + construction docsPlan set ready for permit & build.
Deliverables
What you actually receive.
Before / After
From design intent to landscaped reality.
Drag the divider, swipe on touch, or use ←/→ keys when the handle is focused. Left is the bare graded lot; drag to reveal the finished pool, patio, and planting we designed and built.
Three ways to start
Pick the package that fits your scope.
Fixed-fee design tiers. Build cost is separate (typical range $40K–$250K+).
Signature
The package most clients pick when they intend to build.
$2,800/ design
- All Concept deliverables
- 3D rendering (1 angle)
- Planting plan
- Lighting plan
- 2 revision rounds
Estate
Full architectural integration with HOA-ready package.
$5,200+/ design
- All Signature deliverables
- 3D rendering (2 angles)
- Full material specifications
- HOA submittal package
- Construction-ready docs
- Unlimited revisions
FAQ
What people ask about backyard design.
How long does the design phase take?
Typical timeline: 4–6 weeks for Concept, 6–10 weeks for Signature, 10–14 weeks for Estate. Depends on revision rounds and HOA timing.
Do you also build, or design only?
Both. NHG is design-build — same team takes you from sketch to walkthrough. You can also hire us for design only and bring your own builder.
Can the design fee be credited toward construction?
Yes — when you sign a construction contract with NHG within 12 months of design completion, the full design fee credits toward your build.
How is HOA submittal handled?
The Estate tier includes the HOA submittal package (renderings, plans, material specs in HOA-ready format). For Concept and Signature, we hand off a base set you can submit yourself, or upgrade later.
How many revision rounds are included?
Concept: 1 round. Signature: 2 rounds. Estate: unlimited during the active design phase. A "round" is one consolidated batch of edits.
Does the design include a cost estimate for construction?
Signature and Estate include a preliminary cost-range estimate based on the material specs. Final fixed bid happens after design, when we move into construction contract phase.
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.