We specialize in Award-Winning design and installation of patios, pools, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, landscaping, irrigation, accent lighting, fire features, hardscapes in the Denver area to make your outdoor living space beautiful and functional.
We’re Down to Earth Landscaping Co.
We founded Down to Earth Landscaping in 2012 and have been growing with this beautiful city since!
While we started out doing all different types of landscaping we have recently pivoted our focus on design + build, hardscaping, and outdoor living.
In these areas we can really showcase our craftsmanship and provide the customer with an amazing outdoor space. As a three-time ALCC Award Winner, our customers can count on us for innovative design and a seamless installation process.
We service the following areas in and around our Denver base: Cherry Hills Village, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Cherry Creek, The Pinery, Castle Pines, Centennial and Lone Tree.
YEARS ESTABLISHED
JOBS WELL DONE
REPEAT CUSTOMERS
Designed with function in mind.
Installed with Award-Winning precision.
We would love to design your outdoor living space! We take great pride in the functional design of our spaces while maintaining industry leading installation techniques. We use the highest quality materials while providing the utmost customer service to each of our clients in the Denver area. If you can dream it up we can design and build a space you will be able to enjoy for years to come. Our Award-Winning services include:
- Design & Build
- Landscaping
- Hardscaping
- Patios
- Pools
- Pathways/Walkways
- Pergolas
- Outdoor Kitchens
- Retaining Walls
- Fencing
- Outdoor Seating
- Sprinkler Systems
- Fire Pits
- Fire Places
- Water Features
- And More!
Frequently Asked Question
What does Down to Earth Landscaping specialize in?
Down to Earth Landscaping designs and builds outdoor living spaces across the Denver metro, with a focus on hardscaping, patios, and full design-build projects. The company started in 2012 doing general landscaping and has since narrowed its focus to the work where craftsmanship shows: paver and natural stone patios, fire features, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, and complete backyard transformations. That specialization is the reason the team has earned three ALCC awards for design and construction. Homeowners looking for a single contractor to handle design through installation are the best match for how the company works. You can review the full range on the services page.
What areas around Denver do you serve?
Down to Earth Landscaping serves the Denver metro and the surrounding south and west suburbs, including Englewood, Cherry Hills Village, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Littleton, Lone Tree, Castle Pines, Castle Rock, Cherry Creek, Lakewood, Columbine, Ken Caryl, Applewood, Belcaro, and The Pinery. Projects stay within roughly a 45-minute radius of the Denver base so crews arrive on site early and finish the day on site. Staying regional keeps schedules predictable and lets the team return quickly if something needs attention after completion. The full list lives on the service areas page.
Do you handle both the design and the construction?
Down to Earth Landscaping is a design-build company, which means the same team creates your design and installs it. You work through a discovery call, an on-site consultation, and a 2D or 3D design before any construction contract is signed. Keeping design and build under one roof removes the gap where a designer hands off drawings and a separate contractor interprets them differently. It also means the person who measured your grade is the person accountable for how the finished patio drains. The full sequence is outlined on the process page.
How much does a backyard outdoor living project cost in the Denver area?
Most complete outdoor living projects in the Denver metro fall between $35,000 and $145,000 depending on square footage, materials, and how many features the space includes. A starter space at roughly $35,000 covers a paver or natural stone patio with grading, a small fire pit, and landscaping on a drip line. A median space near $65,000 adds a built-in fire pit, a seating wall, stairs, plantings, and a standard lighting package. High-end custom builds around $145,000 include large multi-level patios, an outdoor kitchen and bar, and a pavilion. Exact numbers come after the on-site consultation, and current ranges are published on the pricing page.
How long does an outdoor living project take to build?
Construction timelines run from one to two weeks for a starter outdoor living space up to four weeks or more for a large custom build. A median project with a patio, fire feature, seating wall, and lighting typically takes two to three weeks on site. Design and permitting happen before that window, so the full timeline from first call to finished space is longer than the construction schedule alone. Projects are scheduled after the install contract and deposit are in place. Completed builds with their scope and timelines are documented in the project portfolio.
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Client Testimonials
“Working with DTE has always been a wonderful experience. The company is always striving to be better, and leans on experts in the industry to always ensure they are on the cutting edge of hardscapes and landscapes. I will forever recommend DTE to anyone who wants quality work done!”
“Have known the DTE guys for a number of years now, and whenever we need some work done they are the ones we look to. Chuck, Jeff, and the crews are always professional and I know we are always going to get quality craftsmanship. Highly recommend!”
“I am beyond impressed with the exceptional service and outstanding work Down To Earth Landscaping has done. They have a high standard for attention to detail and creating visually stunning outdoor spaces. Also, I recently learned that they recycle everything! I wholeheartedly recommend DTE to anyone seeking a top-notch landscaping service, they have earned my trust and gratitude and I am confident they will do the same for you.”
“Chuck and the DTE set the gold standard for design, installation and professionalism. It’s impressive to see how the live out their company values in every project!!”
“We engaged DTE Landscaping for a large landscaping project that included plantings, hardscape, concrete walls, lighting and electrical work, turf, and custom fencing. We could not be more pleased with the project.
The DTE crew work ethic and attention to detail and quality is difficult to find. They were open and flexible with changes as the project progressed and quickly fixed any details that needed adjustment.
I believe a contractors true character is shown with how they respond to mistakes. Our project, like any, was not immune to slight delays due to a mistake, or a last minute discovery. Most of these issues were identified by Jeff or Chuck, and were presented to us with a solution already proposed without us having to point it out. On the rare occasion where we discovered an issue, they acknowledged it, agreed it needed fixed, and we quickly agreed on an appropriate remedy without fuss, warnings of delays, or requests for additional payment. The DTE folks are fantastic to do business with and turned out a stunning project for us.”
“Jeff and Chuck are very knowledgeable and personable to work with. Their team is also well rounded and have the skills to get the job done. I would personally recommend them for any future landscape design project.”
“I have worked with Down to Earth Landscaping since around May 2023. Their level of professionalism, passion, work-ethic, knowledge and experience is among the strongest I’ve seen in this industry. I would recommend these guys to anyone looking for an unrivaled commitment to excellence and a pleasant experience overall. Thank you Chuck and Jeff. You guys are an inspiration.”