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A circular logo for Heirloom Landscapes featuring a stylized tree with roots, branches, and leaves, and the company name in the center.

Heirloom Landscapes is an award-winning landscape design-build firm in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We craft custom gardens, natural stone masonry, landscape renovations, and tailored outdoor living spaces for residential properties in Ann Arbor, Barton Hills, and surrounding communities.

With over 30 years of experience, we bring an artist’s perspective and thoughtful craftsmanship to every project — from sustainable planting design to complete landscape transformations for historic and architecturally distinctive homes.

Designed with heart. Built by hand.

Michigan Nursery & Landscape Association (MNLA) 2025 Industry Grand Award Winner

“Arts & Crafts Stonework”

Heirloom Landscapes - 2025 MNLA Award Winner for Luxury Landscape Design in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Stonework shot at night
Front yard garden with shrubs, flowers, and a stone border in front of a sidewalk, with a two-story house with green siding and large windows in the background.
Stone retaining wall and garden bed
A backyard patio with a stone tile surface surrounded by green bushes, plants, and a small section of grass, with a house painted yellow with green trim and a red roof in the background.
Bird's eye view of a backyard with a green lawn, various shrubs, flower beds, a paved patio with a bench, and a section of a house with a gray shingled roof.
A blue two-story house with white trim, a red front door, and a porch. Front yard features a stone retaining wall with stairs, landscaped garden with flowers and greenery, and a sidewalk in the foreground. Large trees shade the area.
Front view of a yellow house with green trim, front steps leading to a porch, and a garden with green bushes and hydrangeas on either side of the steps.
A backyard patio with a fire pit, two blue metal chairs, garden plants, and a gravel surface, with a wooden fence and residential buildings in the background.
A stone wall with integrated pathway lighting and a grassy area behind the wall, illuminated at dusk.
Close-up of house entrance with black door, green and yellow siding, concrete steps, surrounded by bushes and garden plants, landscape lighting.
A residential neighborhood at sunset with a yellow house, a stone wall, a walkway, trees, and well-maintained landscaping.
An aerial view of a backyard patio with large stone tiles, surrounded by lush green plants and grass, and a yellow house with green trim.
Aerial view of a suburban house with a well-maintained front yard, gray tiled roof, and surrounding green trees and shrubs.
A garden with various purple flowers and green foliage, including tall lavender and spherical allium flowers, along a pathway.
A colorful house with a green upper level, yellow lower level, red roof, and a red brick chimney, surrounded by a garden with flowers and trees.
An aerial view of a backyard garden with a gravel fire pit area, surrounded by lush green plants, trees, and shrubs, with a patio area featuring a purple table and red chairs, and a fence in the background.
A backyard with lush green grass, a variety of trees, and shrubs. There are steps leading up to a raised lawn area with a small stone wall. A stainless steel grill is on the patio, and there are outdoor seating and benches in the background, all surr
A backyard patio scene at dusk with outdoor furniture, a patio umbrella, a grill, lush greenery, and a house with lit windows.
An aerial view of a house with a red roof, surrounded by trees, with a sidewalk and a red car parked along the street.
Close-up of a stone garden wall with a grassy top, illuminated by garden lights, surrounded by purple and yellow blooming flowers and greenery.
Backyard patio with modern black double doors, potted plants, outdoor seating, well-maintained lawn, trees, and neighboring house with gray roof.
A backyard garden with a gravel patio, chairs, a fire pit, lush green plants, trees, and a light green house with a gray roof, under a cloudy sky.
Colorful two-story house with yellow and blue siding, large windows, a paved backyard patio, surrounded by greenery and neighboring houses under a clear sky.
A close-up of a bee perched on a purple flowering plant, collecting nectar. The background is blurred with soft, neutral tones.

  • “Heirloom Landscapes put the finishing touch on our historic home with their incredible landscaping. From the design to implementation the process was easy, and Michael’s level of detail is unmatched with regard to his craftsmanship and selection of both hardscape and plantings. Our stone wall is the envy of all of our neighbors and will surely outlive us.”

  • “We recently remodeled a modern ranch home in Ann Arbor and hired Heirloom Landscapes to design and install landscaping and stonework in our front, side and back yard, including three bluestone patios. Michael Cullen gave us several unique design ideas and worked closely with us to arrive at a final design that is the talk of our neighborhood. Michael and his crew focused on every detail and made sure the landscape complimented our contemporary home design. He always made himself available to address questions that came up as the crew was installing the landscaping. Michael is extremely creative and a super nice guy. We highly recommend Heirloom Landscapes.”

  • “When I needed a new retaining wall, Mike listened to my wishes, addressed my concerns, and considered all aspects of my property and home. His design and craftsmanship are the best imaginable. The end result is a piece of art.”

  • "Heirloom Landscapes, led by Mike Cullen, has done remarkable work for us. He brings a thoughtful sense of design and creativity to his work. Mike has helped transform our property with unique spaces incorporating bluestone, custom elements like rain gardens, and engaging landscape design. Over the past several years, we have found him to be a good communicator and easy to work with. We continue to work with Mike and his crew and would recommend him to others without reservation."

  • "We had a fantastic experience working with Michael and his talented team. Heirloom Landscapes turned our “problem” backyard corner into a flourishing rain garden. The bluestone work for the new patio was also impeccable."

  • "My husband and I are so grateful for the work that Mike Cullen and his team have provided. He has helped manage ivy; introduced many new plantings and trees; designed a bluestone porch and walkway (Mike studied mosaic design in Italy!); mended our picket fence; leveled where needed our stone patio and walkways. Big or small tasks, he’s there to please. In addition to his talents and artistry, Mike is a man of integrity. You recognize this immediately upon meeting him. It is a pleasure to know him and work with him. I highly recommend him and his work."

  • "Mike and his crew have done work on multiple projects at our house over the years. Stonework, plantings, grading, drainage infrastructure. Couldn't be any happier with how it all has come together. Mike has a great vision and knowledge to make some really neat things around town! As an architect, I've recommended him to many clients and always know they will get the same awesome service, design, and care that Heirloom gave us at our own house. Best in town, for sure!"

  • "Michael and his team were great. The overall design, installation and hardscape was thoughtful, creative and efficient. Most important Michael and his whole team are just all good people. It was a pleasure to work with them and we would highly recommend. Just the best."

  • "Our experience with Heirloom Landscapes was outstanding from start to finish. They completely transformed our backyard into a beautiful space that truly feels like the pride of our home. The artistry and creativity of the design were exceptional, and the quality of the materials exceeded our expectations. Throughout the entire process, Heirloom Landscapes were easy to collaborate with, attentive to our ideas, and always made sure every detail met our standards. We couldn’t be happier with the final result and highly recommend them!"

  • "Heirloom does exactly what they say, when they say they’ll do it. Mike is an artist. He and his team transformed our 1987 build (and the dated landscaping to match) into a stunning blue stone paved courtyard filled with ivy, boxwoods, and mature trees. Walking up to the house now feels like arriving at a brand-new home. The execution is elite, delivering a "wow" factor that provides immediate, high-quality curb appeal. No excuses, just total class and professional integrity. Highly recommend."

  • "We have had fantastic experiences with Heirloom Landscapes, especially working with Mike Cullen. From the start, Mike really got what we were going for and helped turn our ideas into a design that felt both beautiful and practical. The stonework and hardscaping turned out amazing—everything is clean, solid, and clearly built with care. There’s real craftsmanship behind it his work. We absolutely love our bluestone patio—it’s become the heart of our backyard. Surrounded by the beautiful landscaping, it feels like a completely transformed space. Everything flows together so naturally, and it’s both relaxing and great for entertaining."

  • "Michael and his team really helped us get a handle on our unruly yard! We have a big lot with lots of design challenges (e.g. sloping / steep grade, mix of sun/shade). Heirloom installed a beautiful retaining wall with large boulders, made our lawn much more inviting, and added numerous 'accents' in terms of ornamental plants and deer-resistant evergreens around the property. Heirloom's also done numerous smaller projects that added curb appeal to the home (a south-facing hillside bed of perennials and a beautiful large-stone paver patio near our entryway.) They are reliable, professional, and creative. We will continue to work with them in the future!"