Outdoor Living & Luxury Landscape Design Services in Ann Arbor
Heirloom Landscapes specializes in custom landscape design and construction for luxury homes, estate properties, and architect-designed residences throughout Ann Arbor and Southeast Michigan. Our work is tailored to properties that require thoughtful planning, refined material selection, and landscapes that feel deeply connected to the architecture and surrounding environment.
From wooded estates in Barton Hills and expansive properties in Ann Arbor Hills to historic homes in Burns Park and the Old West Side, we create outdoor environments designed for long-term beauty, functionality, and lasting value.
Our luxury residential landscaping services include custom patios, natural stone masonry, outdoor living spaces, perennial gardens, landscape lighting, water features, and complete landscape transformations for discerning homeowners.
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Custom Landscape Design
Every project begins with a careful understanding of the property, architecture, and the way a client wants to live outdoors. We create custom landscape designs that respond to the character of the home and surrounding environment — balancing structure, planting, materiality, and long-term growth.
Our landscape design process considers architecture, circulation, views, grading, planting, and long-term seasonal change to create outdoor spaces that feel cohesive and enduring. Whether designing landscapes for historic homes in the Old West Side, contemporary residences in Ann Arbor Hills, or wooded properties in Barton Hills, our goal is to create landscapes that feel natural to both the home and the site itself.
We provide custom landscape design services for homeowners seeking thoughtful outdoor environments that balance beauty, function, and craftsmanship, including:
Planting design
Landscape renovation
Estate landscape planning
Native and perennial gardens
Seasonal interest plantings
Privacy and screening solutions
Outdoor space planning
Luxury residential landscape design
Landscape lighting planning
Outdoor entertaining design
Custom patio design
Site-sensitive landscape planning
Japanese-inspired gardens
We work with homeowners throughout Ann Arbor, including Barton Hills, Ann Arbor Hills, Angell, Old West Side, Eberwhite, Burns Park, Wines and surrounding communities.
Landscape Construction & Design-Build Services
As a full-service landscape design-build company, Heirloom Landscapes manages both the creative and construction phases of each project. Our team brings decades of experience in landscape construction, masonry, grading, planting, and outdoor living installation.
Our integrated design-build approach allows us to manage every phase of a landscape project with consistency and attention to detail. From site preparation and drainage to custom masonry and final planting installation, we coordinate all aspects of construction to ensure the finished landscape reflects the original design intent.
As an Ann Arbor landscape contractor focused on high-end residential work, we prioritize craftsmanship, communication, and long-term durability throughout the construction process.
Services include:
Landscape installation
Site grading and drainage
Retaining walls
Stone masonry
Garden installation
Property transformations
Landscape renovations
Custom outdoor construction
Custom landscape installation
Estate landscape improvements
Luxury landscape construction
Natural Stone Patios, Walkways & Hardscaping
We specialize in natural stonework and custom hardscaping that complements both traditional and contemporary homes. From bluestone terraces and limestone steps to stone retaining walls and garden paths, our work is designed to age beautifully and integrate naturally into the surrounding landscape.
Hardscape services include:
Bluestone patios
Limestone and natural stone walkways
Retaining walls
Garden walls
Stone steps
Gravel courtyards
Entry sequences
Driveway borders and accents
Outdoor Living & Entertaining Spaces
Outdoor spaces should feel like a natural extension of the home. We design and build outdoor living environments that support gathering, dining, relaxation, and year-round enjoyment while maintaining the character and scale of the property.
Outdoor living services include:
Outdoor kitchens
Fire features
Dining terraces
Lounge spaces
Covered patios
Garden seating areas
Integrated lighting
Poolside landscaping
Gardens, Plantings & Naturalistic Landscapes
Planting design plays a central role in every Heirloom Landscapes project. We create layered, site-specific gardens that provide structure, texture, movement, and seasonal beauty throughout the year.
Our planting work often incorporates:
Perennial gardens
Ornamental trees
Privacy screening
Woodland edge plantings
Low-maintenance landscapes
Four-season interest
Native plants
Pollinator gardens
Rain gardens
We regularly design landscapes suited to the mature trees, rolling terrain, and wooded properties common throughout Ann Arbor neighborhoods like Barton Hills, Ann Arbor Hills, Angell, Wines, Burns Park and the Huron River corridor.
Water Features & Fire Elements
Custom water and fire features can create focal points, add atmosphere, and strengthen the sensory experience of a landscape. We integrate these elements thoughtfully into the broader architectural and landscape design of each property.
Services include:
Fountains
Reflecting pools
Waterfalls
Bubbling stone features
Fire pits
Outdoor fireplaces
Landscape Design Services Throughout Ann Arbor & Surrounding Communities
Heirloom Landscapes provides custom landscape design, landscape construction, and outdoor living services throughout Ann Arbor and nearby Southeast Michigan communities. We specialize in landscapes for luxury homes, historic residences, estate properties, and architect-designed homes seeking thoughtful outdoor environments and enduring craftsmanship.
Our work is shaped by the unique architecture, topography, and character of each property — from wooded estates and sloping lots to historic neighborhoods and contemporary residential landscapes.
Barton Hills Landscape Design
Many Barton Hills properties feature wooded lots, rolling terrain, mature tree canopies, and natural topography that lend themselves to naturalistic landscape design, native plantings, and site-sensitive stonework. We frequently design landscapes that preserve the character of these properties while improving outdoor functionality, circulation, and long-term usability.
Our Barton Hills landscape projects often include natural stone patios, woodland gardens, retaining walls, and integrated outdoor living spaces designed to feel connected to the surrounding environment.
Ann Arbor Hills / Angell Landscapes
Homes in Ann Arbor Hills / Angell often provide opportunities for layered planting design, expansive patios, integrated outdoor living spaces, and estate-style landscape planning. We create custom landscape designs that complement both traditional and contemporary architecture while balancing beauty, privacy, and functionality.
Many projects in Ann Arbor Hills incorporate bluestone patios, landscape lighting, outdoor entertaining spaces, ornamental trees, and refined perennial garden design.
Old West Side / Eberwhite Landscape Projects
Historic homes in the west side neighborhoods often require landscape renovations that respect the architectural character of the property while improving circulation, privacy, outdoor gathering areas, and long-term garden structure.
Our landscape work on the west side focuses on thoughtful planting design, custom masonry, intimate outdoor living environments, and landscape improvements that feel appropriate to the scale and history of the home.
Burns Park Landscape Design
Burns Park properties frequently combine historic architecture with urban lots that benefit from careful garden planning, layered plantings, custom stonework, and functional outdoor living spaces designed for both beauty and usability.
We regularly work with homeowners in Burns Park seeking custom landscaping solutions that enhance curb appeal, improve outdoor entertaining areas, and create timeless garden environments.
Why Homeowners Choose Heirloom Landscapes
Homeowners throughout Ann Arbor choose Heirloom Landscapes for our thoughtful approach to landscape design, attention to craftsmanship, and ability to create outdoor environments that feel timeless and deeply personal.
Our work combines:
30+ years of landscape experience
A collaborative design-build process
Expertise in natural stone masonry and planting design
Site-sensitive landscape planning
High-end residential landscape construction
An artistic and architectural perspective
Long-term relationships with homeowners throughout Ann Arbor and Southeast Michigan
We believe successful landscapes should feel connected to the home, rooted in the surrounding environment, and designed to age beautifully over time.
Head to the About Us page to learn more about Heirloom and Michael Cullen.
Begin Your Landscape Project
Whether you are planning a complete landscape transformation, a new outdoor living space, or a refined garden renovation, Heirloom Landscapes can help create an outdoor environment that feels lasting, intentional, and connected to your home.