Astrid Gaiser Garden Design: Licensed Landscaping Services Serving Mountain View, CA 94043
2517 Nedson Ct, Mountain View, CA 94043
About the Local Business
Astrid Gaiser Garden Design is a Mountain View-based landscape design studio focused exclusively on residential projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 2000 by Astrid Gaiser, a Certified Landscape Designer and Certified Irrigation Auditor, the studio specializes in creating outdoor living spaces that function as natural extensions of the home. With a background that bridges environmental horticulture and precise technical planning, Astrid approaches each project by first listening deeply to her clients' dreams and practical needs. Her designs prioritize serenity, sustainable practices, and the intelligent use of water and plants to craft gardens for relaxation, dining, and everyday enjoyment. The studio is known for translating client visions into detailed, buildable plans that local contractors can execute, ensuring beautiful, lasting results for Bay Area homeowners.
Business Offerings
- Design services
- Greenscape design
- Landscaping building design
- Irrigation design services
- Landscape design
Frequently Asked Questions
How does your irrigation design service help with common Mountain View lawn problems like overwatering or dry patches?
Our Certified Irrigation Auditor credential means we specifically design systems to prevent the overwatering and dry patches many local lawns experience. We assess your soil, sun exposure, and plant types to create a precise irrigation plan that delivers the right amount of water only where it's needed. This efficient approach conserves water, promotes healthier plants, and solves those uneven lawn issues by ensuring consistent, appropriate moisture throughout your garden.
What does your landscape design process involve for a Bay Area homeowner?
Our process begins with listening. We help you articulate your vision for outdoor living—whether it's spaces for dining, lounging, or quiet relaxation. As a Certified Landscape Designer, I then translate those ideas into a detailed master plan that includes layout, plant selections (often drought-tolerant for our climate), and specifications for elements like lighting or hardscaping. This comprehensive plan clearly guides your contractor, turning your dream garden into a buildable reality right here in the Bay Area.
Do you handle the actual construction or building of the landscaping?
We specialize in the design and planning phase. Our service creates the detailed landscape building design and construction documents that a qualified local contractor will use to build your garden. This includes precise layouts, material specifications, and planting plans. My background in technical product management ensures these documents are exceptionally clear, helping your contractor accurately execute the vision we develop together, leading to a smooth building process and a finished garden you'll love.


















