Business Details
36 Years
experience
Custom Mountain Landscaping Solutions in Colorado
Colorado Nature Design has been crafting custom mountain landscapes since 1990, specializing in hardscape solutions that harmonize with Colorado's natural terrain. Our expertise spans boulder installations, retaining walls, water features, and xeriscaping, serving communities from Evergreen to Vail. We prioritize client collaboration, transforming ideas into functional outdoor spaces using locally sourced materials. With over three decades of regional experience, our team combines artistic vision with practical engineering to create enduring landscapes.Our process begins with site analysis and budget alignment, ensuring each project balances aesthetic appeal with environmental sustainability. We maintain transparency throughout design and execution, leveraging native plant selections and erosion-control techniques tailored to Colorado's climate. Owner Kenny Smith's hands-on approach guarantees quality control while supporting local nurseries and material suppliers to strengthen community partnerships.
Services
Boulder Hardscapes
Water Features
Plantings & Xeriscaping
Retaining Walls
Custom Firepits
Patios & Stairways
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 31 years of Colorado-specific landscape expertise
- Client-driven designs with transparent budgeting
- Locally sourced boulders and materials
- Hand-picked drought-tolerant plant selections
- Specialized in mountain terrain challenges
What people say
Transformed our mountain yard
Durable retaining walls
Personalized design process
Natural material integration
Reliable project completion
Services
Boulder Hardscapes
Boulder hardscapes integrate natural rock formations into mountain properties, enhancing visual appeal while preventing erosion. Our team strategically places locally sourced boulders to create functional terraces and decorative features that complement Colorado's terrain. This service combines artistic placement with structural stability, using techniques that mimic natural geological patterns for seamless environmental integration.
Water Features
Custom water features transform properties with ponds, waterfalls, and cascades that create tranquil outdoor environments. We design systems that harmonize with mountain landscapes, incorporating circulation systems for winter durability. These installations add property value through aesthetic enhancement and therapeutic benefits from natural water sounds in Colorado's high-altitude settings.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls combine functionality with beauty using natural stone or manufactured bricks to stabilize sloped properties. Our construction methods prevent soil erosion while creating usable flat spaces for outdoor living areas. Walls incorporate drainage solutions tailored to Colorado's precipitation patterns, ensuring long-term structural integrity in mountain environments.
Xeriscaping
Xeriscaping solutions use drought-tolerant native plants and custom grass mixes adapted to Colorado's climate. We implement soil amendment strategies and erosion blankets to establish sustainable plantings that require minimal irrigation. This approach reduces maintenance needs while maintaining vibrant landscapes through seasonal mountain weather patterns.
Custom Firepits
Custom firepits create focal points for outdoor living spaces using natural stone materials that match property aesthetics. We design installations that comply with local fire regulations while maximizing usability in mountain climates. These features incorporate wind-resistant designs and durable materials for year-round enjoyment in Colorado's variable weather conditions.
People
Kenny Smith
Owner/Founder
Kenny Smith founded Colorado Nature Design in 1990, bringing three decades of mountain landscaping expertise. He specializes in client-focused design solutions that balance artistic vision with practical functionality, prioritizing local material sourcing and environmental sustainability in every project.
Questions
What areas do you serve for landscaping projects?
We serve Evergreen, Breckenridge, Winter Park, Grand Lake, Keystone, and surrounding Colorado mountain communities.
What landscaping services do you specialize in?
We specialize in boulder hardscapes, water features, retaining walls, xeriscaping, and custom firepits tailored to mountain environments.
How do you handle Colorado's challenging terrain?
We use specialized techniques for slope stabilization, erosion control, and material selection suited to high-altitude conditions.
What makes your approach different from other landscapers?
We combine 31 years of local experience with client-driven designs and exclusively use locally sourced natural materials.
Do you handle both design and installation?
Yes, we provide full-service design-build solutions from concept through project completion.
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