NATIVE CONCEPTS LANDSCAPE & DESIGN specializes in the design and construction of both residential and commercial landscapes throughout Southern California. Each unique project is custom designed to enhance the surroundings and lifestyle of the individual client. Stephen Shea established Native Concepts in 1985 after graduating from Cal Berkeley. His love of the outdoors inspires him to create inviting gardens and outdoor living environments suited for the Southern California climate. In 1988, Stephen obtained a general contractor's license in order to allow Native Concepts to expand its services to include all facets of landscape construction.
Reviews (3)
Jim M.
Sep 19, 2019
Native Concepts Landscape & Design just completed an excellent job in reworking the irrigation lines, sod replacement, and landscaping following the addition of a pool. Steve is an extremely knowledgeable, creative, ethical, and hardworking individual who listens to his customer and provides excellent advice. I greatly appreciated the patience he demonstrated towards me throughout the project and for keeping to budget. Steve is a hands-on leader of his hardworking crew and ensures the job is done correctly. I already plan on using Steve's company for our next landscape project.
Angel B.
Oct 08, 2014
Steve was my designer in Malibu and he is the best! Knowledgeable, easy-going, with out-of-the-box ideas for beauty, yet always an eye on the budget. Created absolutely miraculous results in our yard; neighbors and strangers stopped by to thank us and comment on the transformation. I endorse him whole-heartedly, and wish I could take him along on every household move I make in the future. His team will set the standard for all others to reach!
Barry B.
Oct 19, 2013
We hired Stephen after interviewing and getting quotes from 4 other landscaping companies. I'm happy to say we made the right choice. We bought a house that had been sitting vacant for over a year so most of the plants had died and needed to be replaced. In addition, we wanted someone creative to provide ideas to made our grounds look even more beautiful. First, Stephen was personally a joy to work with.
He is friendly, punctual, stays in contact every step along the way, extremely knowledgeable and creative. He came up with so many wonderful ideas that we would never have thought of. And he was also knowledgeable enough to inform us of what was practical and not for our property with regard to which types of plants would flourish, which would not, and which would be eaten by the local wildlife! Second, the people that work for Stephen were all hard working, professional, and extremely polite.
They were a joy to work with. Third, his prices were perfectly reasonable. Not the lowest (we had some bad experiences with contractors who "low balled" us), but he definitely wasn't the most expensive. His prices were fair and he itemized and documented every expense, so everything was completely transparent. Finally, the completed project is absolutely beautiful.
We are enjoying the lovely, peaceful and absolutely gorgeous outdoor environment he created for us. When I'm ready for my next landscaping project I will definitely hire him again.
He is friendly, punctual, stays in contact every step along the way, extremely knowledgeable and creative. He came up with so many wonderful ideas that we would never have thought of. And he was also knowledgeable enough to inform us of what was practical and not for our property with regard to which types of plants would flourish, which would not, and which would be eaten by the local wildlife! Second, the people that work for Stephen were all hard working, professional, and extremely polite.
They were a joy to work with. Third, his prices were perfectly reasonable. Not the lowest (we had some bad experiences with contractors who "low balled" us), but he definitely wasn't the most expensive. His prices were fair and he itemized and documented every expense, so everything was completely transparent. Finally, the completed project is absolutely beautiful.
We are enjoying the lovely, peaceful and absolutely gorgeous outdoor environment he created for us. When I'm ready for my next landscaping project I will definitely hire him again.
