Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Hill Country Landscaping
Ladera Design has been a trusted name in residential landscape design and construction in the Texas Hill Country for over 25 years. Our approach combines deep local expertise with personalized service, guiding clients from initial concept to flawless execution. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, we specialize in creating timeless outdoor environments that harmonize with the natural beauty of the region. Our hands-on proprietor, Phillip Hunter, brings decades of experience and a passion for sustainable, aesthetically rich landscapes.We serve clients in New Braunfels and surrounding areas, offering comprehensive solutions from grading and drainage to custom hardscapes and irrigation systems. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our one-year warranties on plant material and systems, as well as our $1 million liability coverage. By maintaining direct oversight of every project, we ensure superior results that consistently exceed client expectations.
Services
Landscape Construction
Retaining Walls
Irrigation Systems
Outdoor Lighting
Specimen Plantings
Garden Structures
Drainage Solutions
Hardscape Installation
Landscape Renovations
Custom Planters
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of Texas Hill Country landscaping expertise
- Our team provides personalized service from concept to completion
- We guarantee quality with one-year warranties on plants and systems
- Our proprietor personally oversees every project onsite daily
- We maintain $1,000,000 liability coverage for client protection
Services
Complete Landscape Construction
We deliver end-to-end landscape solutions from concept to completion. Our process includes site analysis, custom design, and expert installation of hardscapes, plantings, and systems. Clients receive personalized attention throughout the project timeline, ensuring seamless execution of residential outdoor environments.
Retaining Walls
Our retaining wall solutions combine structural integrity with aesthetic appeal. Using natural stone and concrete materials, we create functional grade separations that prevent erosion while enhancing property value. Each installation incorporates proper drainage to ensure long-term stability in Texas Hill Country soils.
Irrigation Systems
We design and install efficient irrigation systems tailored to local climate conditions. Our smart controller technology optimizes water usage while maintaining landscape health. Systems include backflow prevention and rain sensors, with one-year warranties covering both parts and professional installation labor.
Outdoor Lighting
Our low-voltage lighting systems enhance safety and ambiance through strategic placement. We use energy-efficient LED fixtures to highlight architectural features and landscape elements. Installations include pathway lighting, accent lighting, and security-focused illumination solutions for residential properties.
Specimen Plantings
We specialize in installing large-scale plantings that create immediate visual impact. Services include mature tree transplantation, instant hedge installation, and selection of drought-tolerant species suited to the Texas Hill Country ecosystem. All specimen plantings come with one-year warranty coverage.
People
Phillip Hunter
Proprietor
Phillip Hunter has specialized in Texas Hill Country landscapes since 1996. With formal training and decades of field experience, he oversees all projects from concept to completion. His expertise includes collaboration with architects and builders on residential developments across South Texas.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work in Comal County, including New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Bulverde, Wimberley, and Blanco.
Do you install the landscapes you design?
Yes, we are a design/build contractor and install all projects we design.
Will you design for other contractors to install?
No, we only design projects we will install to ensure quality control.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free consultations after completing our contact form.
What project sizes do you handle?
We typically install projects ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, with most between $60,000 and $150,000.
Do you offer warranties?
Yes, we provide one-year warranties on plants (5-gallon+) and irrigation/lighting systems.
