Modern design, native landscapes
Seed Studio is a residential landscape design studio serving Marin, the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Our landscapes reflect a modern simplicity in design while being grounded in California’s native plant ecology, creating habitat for all forms of life.
Collaborative landscape design process
We guide every project through a clear design process, from initial concept through construction documentation. Our creative process clarifies the possibilities, helping you make informed design decisions.
We partner with a range of trusted professional consultants, contractors and craftsmen, assisting in selecting the most suitable team for your project’s needs.
Schematic Design
Conceptual design phase
Code research
Preliminary budget estimates
Design presentation
Design Development
Detailed design phase
Design refinement w/ client feedback
Preliminary layout, features, planting and lighting design
Revised budget estimate
Design presentation
Construction Documents
Construction documentation phase
Final layout, features, planting, irrigation and lighting design
Contractor selection and onboarding
Permit coordination
Construction process consultation
Final walk-through and planting follow-up
Experience you can depend on
Seed Studio was founded by landscape architect Steve Ritchey. Inspired by his passion for nature and a love of design, Seed Studio is the culmination of his experience in the disciplines of landscape, architectural and ecological design.
With over 25 years of experience, his work as a landscape designer is shaped by a deep knowledge of California’s native plant communities and a commitment to designing outdoor spaces that reconnect his clients to the landscapes around their homes.
“Steve Ritchey of Seed Studio is a talent and was really cool to work with. He designed a beautiful, unique, clean, modern space for us. Our beautiful backyard is a testament to his vision and commitment. ”
“It was an extremely pleasant, and fun experience working with Steve. Besides his talents, Steve is careful, meticulous and most importantly punctual. It shows Steve’s respect for his client’s time.”
“Steve didn’t disappear after he presented landscape plans, he was kind enough to check in and thoughtfully answer every question that came up in the implementation process. This back and forth revealed the depth of thought and planning that went into the design, which I did not initially appreciate.”
“Steve did a tremendous job with our project. Watching the plants grow in and experiencing the end result made me fall in love with our house.”
What can we do for you?
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