Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscape Design & Construction Partner in West Michigan
Essex Outdoor Design has been transforming outdoor spaces into functional works of art since 2010. Our team combines creative vision with technical expertise to craft landscapes that reflect each client's unique style while prioritizing durability and low maintenance. Specializing in custom hardscaping solutions using premium materials like boulders, flagstones, and pavers, we create outdoor environments that withstand Michigan's challenging climate.As both designer and builder, we maintain complete creative control from concept to completion, ensuring every project achieves its full potential. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our one-year plant warranty and focus on timeless design principles that enhance property value. By limiting our service area to locations within one hour of Grand Haven and Grand Rapids, we guarantee personalized attention to every client's vision.
Services
Landscape Design
Outdoor Kitchens
Fire Features
Hardscaping
Paver Patios
Stone Retaining Walls
Outdoor Lighting
Pool Landscaping
Custom Structures
Water Features
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Specializing in custom landscape design since 2010
- Expertise in durable, low-maintenance hardscaping solutions
- Complete design-to-construction control ensures quality
- Premium materials withstand Michigan's climate challenges
- One-year warranty on all plant installations
Services
Landscape Design
Our comprehensive landscape design service creates custom outdoor environments tailored to your property and lifestyle. We develop master plans incorporating hardscaping, plantings, and functional elements that maximize usability. Each design balances aesthetic appeal with practical considerations for Michigan's climate and terrain.
Outdoor Kitchens
Custom outdoor kitchen installations feature built-in grills, countertops, and storage solutions designed for year-round use. We integrate weather-resistant materials and strategic lighting to create functional culinary spaces that extend your living area outdoors.
Fire Features
Handcrafted fire pits and fireplaces enhance outdoor ambiance while providing warmth during cool evenings. Our designs use durable natural stone and gas or wood-burning systems that comply with local safety regulations while creating focal points for social gatherings.
Hardscaping
Premium hardscaping solutions include patios, walkways, and retaining walls using boulders, pavers, and flagstone. These low-maintenance installations resist weather damage and require no painting or staining, offering long-term value through durable, timeless designs.
Outdoor Lighting
Custom lighting plans enhance safety and extend usability of outdoor spaces after dark. Our systems highlight architectural features, illuminate pathways, and create ambient lighting effects using energy-efficient LED technology integrated seamlessly into landscape elements.
People
Steve Essex
Owner & Lead Designer
With over 15 years in landscape design, Steve Essex combines artistic vision with technical expertise to create functional outdoor spaces. His hands-on approach ensures quality control from concept to completion.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve locations within one hour of Grand Haven and Grand Rapids, Michigan, ensuring personalized attention to every project.
What services are included?
We specialize in landscape design, hardscaping, fire features, outdoor kitchens, lighting, and water features. We don't offer decking or maintenance services.
What materials do you use?
We use durable materials like boulders, flagstone, concrete pavers, and natural stone that withstand Michigan's climate while requiring minimal maintenance.
Do you offer warranties?
Yes, we provide a one-year warranty covering plant and tree installations as part of our commitment to quality craftsmanship.
How do I start a project?
Contact owner Steve Essex directly for a free consultation to discuss your landscape vision and reserve your spot in our project schedule.
