Landscaping Solana Beach CA | Call OJB
550 Lomas Sante Fe Dr Ste A, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Company Overview
Founded in 1989 by Jim Burnett, FASLA, The Office of James Burnett (OJB) is a nationally recognized landscape architecture firm dedicated to creating meaningful public spaces that blend aesthetic beauty with purposeful function. With a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach, OJB works alongside leading architects and planners to design landscapes that promote healthy living and restore community connections. Headquartered in Houston with offices in San Diego and Boston, the firm's team of 47 professionals collaborates across locations, bringing a wealth of shared knowledge to every project, from intimate residential gardens to expansive urban parks. Their award-winning work is defined by a thoughtful integration of landscape and architecture, aiming to create unique sensory experiences that are both beautiful and enduring for the communities they serve.
Questions and Answers
How does OJB's landscape design approach address common Solana Beach issues like tree root damage and mulch erosion?
Our design process for Solana Beach homes begins with a thorough site analysis to understand soil composition, drainage patterns, and existing tree health. For tree root conflicts, we design strategic hardscaping and planting zones that protect tree health while preventing surface damage to lawns and pathways. To combat mulch erosion on slopes or in high-wind areas, we specify appropriate soil amendments, select erosion-control groundcovers, and incorporate stabilized mulches or decorative aggregates that stay in place, ensuring your landscape remains beautiful and low-maintenance.
What is involved in your irrigation design service, and how is it tailored for our coastal climate?
Our irrigation design is a foundational part of creating a sustainable landscape. For the Solana Beach area, we focus on water efficiency and plant health by conducting a detailed hydrozone analysis. We group plants with similar water needs and design systems using weather-based smart controllers, pressure-regulating devices, and drip irrigation for targeted watering. This approach accounts for our local microclimates, salty air, and soil types to minimize water waste, reduce runoff, and ensure your plants thrive with an appropriate watering schedule.
As a firm with national awards, how do you approach a residential landscaping project in Solana Beach?
Every project, whether a civic park or a private residence, receives the same level of thoughtful design and collaboration. For your Solana Beach home, we start by listening to your vision and understanding your site's specific opportunities and constraints. Our team then applies the same design principles that have earned us recognition—seamlessly integrating landscape and architecture, prioritizing functional use of space, and selecting materials and plants that are both aesthetically pleasing and suited to our local environment. The result is a personalized, enduring outdoor space that reflects your lifestyle and enhances your property.
Business Offerings
- Landscaping building design
- Irrigation design services
- Greenscape design
- Design services
- Landscape design

















