A yard you'll love, designed before we build it.
What We Do
We design the yard, then we build it, with plants and materials chosen for North Texas.
WHERE IT BEGINS
We study your property, your likes and dislikes, how that fits in your lifestyle, along with the exact conditions of our North Texas soil and climate to design an outdoor space that works as beautifully as it looks. Every design is modeled in photoreal 3D so you can see it before we build.
BUILT TO LAST
One person runs the job from the first day of digging to the final walkthrough. We work with insured crews, and we tell you what is happening at each stage.
OUTDOOR LIVING FOUNDATIONS
Patios, walkways and stone work built on a proper base, so they hold up through North Texas freezes and summers.
What You Get
Most people know what they love when they see it. Getting it onto paper is the hard part, and that's the part we do.
You watch the finished yard on your phone before anything is planted. If a bed is in the wrong place or a plant isn't you, we change it. Nothing gets built until you say yes.
Every plant and material is named and placed on a plan you can build from. The plans are yours to keep, and any contractor can work from them.
Species, sizes and quantities, chosen for your soil and your sun, so what gets installed is what you approved.
You tell us what you like, what you don't, and how you use the yard. We turn that into a design, show it to you, and change it until it's right.
Then we build exactly what you approved.
Our Work
Built around how you'll use the yard, and around North Texas weather.
Why Us
Hiring a landscape designer should be the easy part. We design the yard around you, with plants that hold up in North Texas, and then we build it.
About Designs of Eden
Cole Alder has spent more than ten years in the nursery and landscaping trade. He studied landscape design, horticulture, botany, organic agriculture and permaculture, and he worked alongside people who had been doing this for decades before he started Designs of Eden.
He started the company because most yards in DFW get planted fast and replaced often. He would rather design one that holds up, for the plants and for the people who live with them.
Cole designs with Texas natives and plants that handle drought, so the yard needs less water and less upkeep once it's established.
Client Stories
Real client reviews, sourced from Google, HomeAdvisor and Thumbtack.
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Designs of Eden, specifically Cole, far exceeded our expectations for our landscaping project. The consultation was extremely thorough and Cole was very honest and forthright on what could and could not be done based on soil, roots, climate. I would absolutely use Designs of Eden for future projects, and strongly recommend to others.
Sonja J.
via Google · Apr 2026
“Designs of Eden, specifically Cole, far exceeded our expectations for our landscaping project. The consultation was extremely thorough and Cole was very honest and forthright on what could and could not be done based on soil, roots, climate. I would absolutely use Designs of Eden for future projects, and strongly recommend to others.”
Sonja J.
via Google · Apr 2026
“The service I got from this company was an amazing experience. Cole was very knowledgeable and took his time explaining each step of the process. You can tell this company operates on honesty and integrity. Excellent customer service, fast response and the finished product was amazing.”
Luis U.
via Google · Apr 2026
“Cole did an amazing job with our landscaping design! He completely transformed our outdoor space with a custom landscape plan that added curb appeal and made our yard much more functional. From garden design to patio layout and plant selection, every detail was thoughtful and professional.”
Nick G.
via Google · Apr 2026
“Cole gave me a consultation for my garden and I couldn't be happier with the help he gave us. He's extremely knowledgeable about Texas natives, soil science, and his landscape design ideas are exactly what I was looking for. Couldn't recommend him more.”
Charlotte M.
via Google · Apr 2026
“Great landscaping plan, installation, and follow-up.”
Reginald H.
via HomeAdvisor · Jul 2022
“Excellent knowledge and work ethic. Very detailed and patient with questions. Goes above and beyond for customer satisfaction. I would recommend them to everyone.”
Deanna A.
“Should have hired them instead of the landscaper my builder recommended and I would have saved a lot of money. They are very knowledgeable about planting and maintaining all types of plants.”
Richard K.
via Thumbtack
“Cole is especially knowledgeable and goes the extra mile to ensure any work done is quality, while providing any detailed consultation. Genuinely cares! 👍🏼”
Steven S.
via Thumbtack
“I couldn’t be happier with the work Designs of Eden did! They transformed my yard into a beautiful, welcoming space that I actually enjoy spending time in.”
Hanna G.
via Thumbtack
“Very knowledgeable about all plants and knowing what would work in my yard. Offered multiple suggestions so I could choose the plants I liked.”
Peggy N.
via HomeAdvisor · Jul 2022
“Cole was very thorough and put a lot of thought into the plants for my yard. He was also great with follow-up. I have used him also for additional hardscape in the backyard. I've been very happy with every project.”
Katie S.
via HomeAdvisor · Aug 2023
“Great experience. Walked us step by step. Looking forward to seeing the final results in the front yard.”
Courtney A.
via HomeAdvisor · May 2022
Transformations
Real yards we've designed and built in North Texas.
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Common Questions
Landscape design in North Texas is custom-quoted by lot size and scope. Photoreal 3D design (Complete Vision) starts at $2,500; estate master plans run $4,500–$7,500+; for lots up to about half an acre without pools or structures, a 2D Site Plan runs $750–$2,000. Every design begins with a $200 on-site consultation, credited in full, and design fees are credited toward installation. See the full ladder on our pricing page.
We serve North Texas including Southlake, Colleyville, Westlake, Prosper, West Plano, Parker, North Dallas, The Colony, McKinney, Allen, Celina, and surrounding communities.
Timeline depends on the project scope. A typical residential design consultation takes 1-2 weeks. Full landscape installations range from 1-4 weeks depending on complexity, weather, and materials.
Yes. We design with Texas natives and drought-tolerant plants. They are adapted to the climate, need less water, and hold up better against local pests.
Xeriscape means designing the yard to need very little water: drought-tolerant plants, efficient irrigation, and a layout that suits North Texas.
Yes. We design the yard and we build it. The consultation, the design, the installation and the project management all come from us.
Fill out the consultation form or call (214) 226-3527. We will set up a visit to your property, talk through what you want, and put together a plan.
Start with a free virtual call, or book a $200 on-site consultation that's credited to your design. Either way you get an honest read on what's possible in your yard and what it would cost.
