Custom Garden and Planting Design in Atlanta, GA

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A successful garden should do more than look attractive during one season. It should complement the home, respond to sun and shade, create structure, support privacy, and feel connected to patios, walkways, views, and the larger property.

Outdoor Makeover & Living Spaces designs and installs custom gardens for Atlanta homeowners as part of focused landscape projects and complete outdoor transformations.

Gardens Designed for the Property

Garden planning may include:

Trees and ornamental specimens
Evergreen structure
Flowering shrubs and perennials
Layered foundation planting
Privacy planting
Shade gardens
Pollinator-friendly planting
Ground covers and lawn transitions
Accent boulders
Garden pathways
Lighting
Drainage-aware planting
Irrigation coordination when part of the project

Plant selections depend on site conditions, design objectives, mature size, seasonal interest, maintenance expectations, and how the landscape relates to the home.

Gardening Conditions in Atlanta

Atlanta properties commonly include a mix of sun, filtered light, deep shade, mature roots, clay soil, slopes, and concentrated runoff. A plant that performs well in one area of a property may struggle only a short distance away.

The design should account for moisture, exposure, mature scale, air movement, deer pressure where relevant, and the amount of care the homeowner expects to provide.

Our Garden Design Process

We begin by understanding what the homeowner wants to see, feel, screen, frame, or experience. The property evaluation considers architecture, existing plants, soil and drainage conditions, light patterns, views, pathways, and nearby outdoor living areas.

The resulting plan may be a focused garden installation or one part of a broader landscape and hardscape transformation.

Garden Design Investment

Investment varies based on:

Project area
Size and quantity of plant material
Specimen trees
Site preparation and removals
Soil improvement
Drainage
Irrigation work
Pathways, walls, or boulders
Outdoor lighting
Construction access

A thoughtful plant plan prioritizes long-term scale and composition rather than filling every available space immediately.

Can you design a garden for a shaded Atlanta yard?

Yes. The appropriate plants and layout depend on the type and duration of shade, tree roots, soil moisture, and surrounding conditions.

Can you create privacy with landscaping?

Yes. Trees, evergreen screens, layered shrubs, ornamental planting, and structures may be combined depending on available space.

Can you preserve existing plants?

Healthy, well-placed plants may be incorporated when they fit the long-term design.

Do you design lower-maintenance gardens?

We can recommend a more manageable plant palette and thoughtful spacing, but every living landscape requires care.

Do you maintain gardens after installation?

Routine maintenance is not offered. We provide relevant aftercare guidance and a one-year support guarantee according to the project agreement.

Our Atlanta Services Include

LANDSCAPE DESIGN

HARDSCAPING

DECK CONSTRUCTION

SCREENED PORCHES

FIRE PITS AND FIREPLACES

YARD DRAINAGE

OUTDOOR LIGHTING

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Consult

Each project at Outdoor Makeover and Living Spaces begins with a symphony of listening and understanding. We pay close attention to our clients, immersing ourselves in their hopes and dreams. Our client concierge books a convenient consultation for you and the proper designer based on your objectives and desires. This meeting takes about an hour or two and dives deep into all sorts of possibilities so your yard matches your lifestyle.

A backyard featuring a patio with seating, green lawn, play area, hot tub, shed, colorful plants, a car by the house, and a stepping stone path.

Design

This is where your vision takes shape. Our designer will then come up with concepts and estimates for your project. Whether you want a hand-drawn sketch of the design, or the ability to walk through it with 3D Virtual Reality Consultations, we have you covered. Our standard consultation unfolds like a meticulously written score, with a hand-drawn makeover plan revealing the first notes of your outdoor makeover.

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Build

Once you have approved the design, the project will go to our Project Manager’s Office. The PMO will ensure you are assigned the right superintendent and foreman to carry your vision across the finish line. They will massage the job to perfection, performing quality control and keeping you updated on the status of your project. Each project is a masterpiece, handcrafted with precision and attention to ensure that your vision is realized in every facet of your outdoor space.

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Satisfy

We prioritize quality from your first contact with our office to the moment you enjoy your beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. Our goal is to make this process as soon as possible. From functional and beautiful designs to seamless installation, we want this journey to be exciting and stress-free for our clients! During your final walkthrough, we will train you on all of the systems we have installed and offer you a one-year warranty. Let’s get you booked today!

Garden Design Near Atlanta

Nearby service areas include Decatur, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Sandy Springs, and Smyrna.

Plan a More Intentional Atlanta Garden

Speak with our Client Concierge about your property, preferred style, privacy needs, and how the landscape should make the home feel.