Stone & Stem LLC — Est. 2020

Bay Area Landscape Design

Outdoor spaces
crafted to endure

From intimate hillside terraces to sweeping front yards — we design landscapes that balance beauty, ecology, and the California climate.

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Design that begins with
the land itself

Every project starts with a single question: what does this space want to be? We consider the soil, the slope, the light, and how you actually live outside — then we build a design around all of it.

From the first sketch to the final plant placement, Phillip works directly with each client. No crews you've never met, no designs off a template — just close collaboration and a finished space that feels unmistakably yours.

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Hidden retaining wall, Rockridge
58%
Reduction in water usage through drought-tolerant plant selection
40%
Lower water consumption when paired with precision drip irrigation
15–20%
Average increase in property value from a thoughtful landscape redesign

Selected Projects

Redwood Fence + String Lights
Redwood Fence + String Lights
Mexican Landscape, Orinda
Mexican Landscape, Orinda
Succulent Wall
Succulent Wall
Lavender + Sage Corner Lot
Lavender + Sage Corner Lot
Cedar Deck, Montclair
Cedar Deck, Montclair
Pre-Cut Cedar Pergola
Cedar Pergola
Lavender drought-scape

Beautiful landscapes
that don't burden the land

We consider water in every decision — from which plants we select to how irrigation runs beneath the surface. Every project we complete is a step toward a more resilient California landscape.

58%
Reduction in water use with native + drought-tolerant plants
40%
Less water consumption through drip irrigation systems
21%
Lower energy costs from strategic shade plantings
Succulent garden
Succulent Front Yard
Redwood bridge
Redwood Bridge
Hillside terrace
Hillside Terrace
Cactus garden
Desert Scape

Full-service landscape design & installation

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Landscape Design

Custom planting plans featuring drought-tolerant, California-native, and ornamental species — designed for your soil, your climate zone, and your aesthetic.

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Hardscaping

Patios, retaining walls, pathways, driveways, and terraces built to last — using natural stone, decomposed granite, concrete, and reclaimed materials.

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Decks & Fencing

Cedar and redwood decks, privacy fences, pergolas, and outdoor structures crafted by hand — designed to extend your living space into the landscape.

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Irrigation

Smart drip systems and waterwise irrigation design — including guidance on Bay Area and Valley Water rebate programs to help offset your investment.

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Fire Prevention

Strategic clearing, fire-resistant planting zones, and compliance with CAL Fire defensible space requirements — peace of mind built into the design.

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Edible Gardens

Raised vegetable beds, herb borders, and food gardens that fit seamlessly into the larger landscape — beautiful, productive, and low-maintenance.

Defensible space,
beautifully done

Wildfire risk is a reality across the Bay Area and North Bay. We design fire-resistant landscapes that satisfy CAL Fire requirements without sacrificing the character of your outdoor space.

Fire prevention clearing After clearing
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Our business is built on a foundation of quality work and customer satisfaction. Happy clients are our greatest asset — and we rely on word-of-mouth as a core part of how we grow.
— Phillip, Founder & Lead Designer

Let's design your space

We offer free consultations and competitive pricing. Every project includes a one-year warranty on all plants and installed structures.

Location 1450 Abramson Rd
Santa Rosa, CA
Hours Monday – Saturday
9am – 6pm

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