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Kristen Rudger Landscape Design
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17 years in business
Bay Area Landscape Designer
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Kristen Rudger, CPLD is an award winning designer who brings expertise, creativity and enthusiasm to every project she designs, from simple garden borders to elaborate outdoor entertainment spaces, every design is uniquely and thoughtfully executed. Kristen approaches her designs with the belief that a garden should be a place that is reflective of one's lifestyle. By working collaboratively with our clients, we can fulfill the dreams you have for your outdoor space while at the same time making a difference in how your landscape effects the natural environment around you.
Feel free to reach out to us, we would love to hear from you!
Services Provided
Custom Fire Pits, Custom Water Features, Deck Design, Drought Tolerant Landscaping, Garden Design, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Landscape Plans, Patio Design, Pool Landscaping, Site Planning
Areas Served
Atherton, Belmont, Burlingame, Foster City, Highlands-Baywood Park, Hillsborough, Redwood City, San Carlos, San Mateo
Awards
CPLD Certified Professional Landscape Designer Rescape Qualified Professional 2022 APLD Silver Award for Residential Design
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Business Name
Kristen Rudger Landscape Design
Phone Number
+1 650-576-1935
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Address
1025 Alameda Suite 107
Belmont, CA 94002
Typical Job Cost
USD 100,000 - USD 400,000
Typical design cost is $8,000-$20,000. The above cost range reflects typical Installation costs.
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janellefarinacci
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsKristen provided a fresh perspective, and more importantly improved function of our space. We now have the outdoor living space we were hoping, and could not be happier.Read Full Review
27 Reviews for Kristen Rudger Landscape Design
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Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars5.0|27 reviews
Work Quality5.0
Communication5.0
Value5.0
fandpbelmont
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We could not be happier with our yard renovation. Kristen was key to getting us there. She designed the yard and managed to include everything we wanted in her design, which was very thoughtful, especially as the project was quite extensive and included a significant hill in the backyard. The project involved hardscape, landscape, drainage and irrigation. Kristen helped us find our contractor, engineers, and other professionals needed for the job. She visited the site several times during the construction project and was available when changes were necessary which greatly helped lessen the stress of the project. The result is truly fantastic!
11 March, 2023
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to work with you and I am also thrilled with the results!
Scott Hartley
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen has been fantastic to work with as we designed and then put into place our yard. She is knowledgeable and very responsive throughout. She stayed on our budget. We had our own ideas and also needed her creative energy and experience to get our yard together. Even now when we are largely through the construction process Kristen has remained an active part of our "team."
I give Kristen the highest possible recommendation without hesitation. I am happy to answer any questions if you want to reach out.
11 July, 2022
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Scott! I enjoyed working with you and Sharon and I am so happy with the results! I know you will enjoy your new outdoor space for many years to come!
Kristen is very accessible and very knowledgeable of everything outdoors. She redesigned our super basic backyard into a wonderful space. She was very good at listening to what we wanted and articulating it into a great vision for our backyard. She was very creative with some great ideas for a more modern design. She was also very patient with us as we changed out minds many times during the process. She was very prompt in her replies and updates on the plans. She did the hardscape and the landscaping as well. Lots of great plants and trees. We love our new backyard and are outside enjoying it a lot more now!
12 January, 2022Last modified:12 January, 2022
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Isabelle. I love how your space turned out and am happy to hear you are enjoying it!
Linda Sonne-Harrison
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen helped us with a large project that involved changing terraces/ elevations in our yard, replanting with drought-resistant plants, and building an outdoor kitchen. She was attentive to our needs and came up with a solution that worked really well for our family and fit into our budget requirements. It was helpful that she is very familiar with our geographic area and local building requirements. Our yard looks great and fits perfectly with our intended use.
11 January, 2022
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Linda! I enjoyed working with you and am so happy you are enjoying your new space!
MARK GUREVICH
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen was a fabulous designer with whom we worked over the long process of entirely redoing our yard. She was always communicative, listened to our concerns and ideas, and implemented and managed the actual construction with the GC doing the work. The project started before the pandemic, was put on pause, and then restarted and completed in mid-2021. We love our yard, and how everything is done now. From the thoughtful lighting, to the various patios, and walkways. We have our own little Versailles now, thanks to Kristen. So glad we found her.
3 January, 2022
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Mark! It was great working with you to create your little slice of heaven! I love how it came together and can't wait to capture some pics this Spring!
Jessica Weiss
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We have worked with Kristen over the past few years and couldn’t be more pleased with her work. From the initial phone call to the landscape plan development to the execution of her plan, Kristen has been easy to partner with. In the design phase, every step of the way she listened attentively to develop a fine tuned plan that aligned with our expectations and goals for our outdoor space. Our property is nearly a half acre, on a hillside and, our plan includes constructing an ADU. While our project is certainly not straightforward, Kristen’s expertise in hillside requirements, excavation and grading, permitting, and integrity of structures has proven invaluable to both the design and construction process. In addition to the design work, Kristen has helped us collect and dissect bids and has worked with our landscape contractor to execute her plan. She is always available to answer questions, no matter how trivial. Our project is a multi-phase endeavor due to complexities, cost, as well as our personal bandwidth; no matter how long we’ve taken, throughout each phase Kristen has been helpful and patient with us. It is without hesitation that we would recommend reaching out to Kristen for help with any landscape design needs.
31 December, 2021
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Jessica! I look forward to working with you through this next phase and seeing the whole project come together!
Holly Sutton
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen is truly a delight to work with: she is highly professional, very creative, and always patient. She transformed our front and back yards into a lovely oasis, which included an outdoor kitchen, new driveway, deck and fire pit. She helped solve some difficult drainage and privacy concerns. She was always quick to respond to our questions, and gave us thoughtful practical advice. We are thrilled with the final product, and feel so lucky to have had the chance to work with Kristen.
30 December, 2021Last modified:30 December, 2021
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Holly! It was a pleasure working with you and I too Love the results!
Kristen designed a beautiful landscape for our front and back yard. She listened carefully to us and also pushed us just the right amount. We are so happy with how everything turned out!
30 December, 2021
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Amy! It was so delightful to work with you on your lovely property. I am happy to know you are enjoying the space!
janellefarinacci
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We just completed a full yard renovation with Kristen as our landscape designer. The process and results have exceeded our expectations. Not only does the design fit our vision but it compliments so well our historic home. Kristen provided a fresh perspective, and more importantly improved function of our space. We now have the outdoor living space we were hoping, and could not be happier. Kristen was very professional throughout the process, and had a wealth of experience that saved us both time and money. She was not only easy to work with, I also came to appreciate so much her ideas for the form and function of our space. We had many others involved in our project and her relationship with our contractor and other professionals in the community (e.g. hardscape, planting, furniture, installers, pool guys etc.) made the work less stressful for us/homeowner. Hiring Kristen was hands down the best decision we made in redoing our front and back yard.
19 September, 2021
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you for your kind words Janelle. It makes me so happy that you love your space! I love how it all came together and really enjoyed working with you!
HU-525945203
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It is 5 years later and we still love our landscape design by Kristen. We asked for very low maintenance and a variety of colors throughout the year and she delivered. Just this past week, the first of the fragrant blooms appeared and the lovely scent greets us as we approach the front door. The scent changes as others bloom in succession. Even after some neglect (as I lack a green thumb and haven’t yet hired a professional gardener) the yard to still manages to delight.
22 January, 2021
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you so much! It gives me such joy to hear that my clients are enjoying their gardens, especially after several years. I really appreciate the review!
We feel so fortunate to have found Kristen! She helped us plan, design, and manage a major landscaping project in the front and backyard, from start to finish. She weighed in on everything from our pool size and design, to furniture and pots, to every individual plant. She understood our vision, and has worked with us over the years to maintain and perfect it. She was open to conversations about drought-tolerance, cost-consciousness, and hiring contractors and gardeners. We have recommended Kristen to friends, and are routinely asked by neighbors who worked on our landscaping. Highly recommend.
19 July, 2020
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Alexis. I have truly enjoyed working with you these past few years. It gives me so much joy to see your family enjoying the space we created! I appreciate your continues support and confidence.
We are so glad that we picked Kristen to design our landscape project. Our lot posed a lot of challenges-- a steep, L-shaped hill, a large area that had never been landscaped before, and lots of shade but we were so impressed by the creative solutions that Kristen came up with to completely transform our outdoor space. Her design reflected our style preferences and fully took into account how we planned to use our space. When the project estimate from our landscaping contractor came in over budget, Kristen worked closely with him to find the best cost-saving modifications. We enjoy our new outdoor space each and every day.
4 July, 2020
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Kathy! It was a pleasure to work with you and Andrew. I love how the space turned out and love that you are enjoying it so much!
Dave Thomsen
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen did a complete redesign of our front and back yard. She’s patient, helpful and committed to quality. She helped us navigate various options during the design process and was responsive to our tastes and opinions. During construction she remained involved and went above and beyond to ensure the plans were implemented correctly. Highly recommended!
18 February, 2019
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Dave! It was a pleasure to work with you and Sibby!
P Verghese
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen is such a pleasure to work with!! She paid careful attention to all the items on our wish list (even the smallest things) and came back with a garden design that was better than anything we imagined. Her design for our wooded lot was beautiful and creative! She was very helpful and proactive in making sure the details of the design were implemented, while ensuring that costs were kept in check. Her fees were reasonable, and she was always available to answer questions and to incorporate new requests. She was deeply invested in creating an outdoor space that is not only beautiful and relaxing, but also practical and low-maintenance.
Thank you Kristen for designing a garden retreat that we love!
3 November, 2017Last modified:3 November, 2017
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Preeti! It was a pleasure to work with you! I am so pleased that you are loving your new garden!
Kristina Treanor
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen is very professional, easy to work with, and proactive in offering solutions. We came to her with some vague ideas of what we wanted, with the main goals of (1) optimizing the outdoor living space, (2) maintaining the green-ness and outdoorsy feeling (i.e., nothing overly-manicured), and (3) creating something kid-friendly but also long-term. She not only delivered on the proposal but also went above and beyond to ensure the contractors were implementing everything to her (and our) high standards.
We are so happy with our yard!
P.S. Project Cost reflects total, not just Kristen's fees. Her fees are quite reasonable.
21 September, 2017
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
It was a pleasure to work wiht you Kris! I am thrilled that you are enjoying your garden and play space!
Susan Stone
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen recently designed the landscaping for our newly renovated Mountain View home, and she gave me the dream gardens I have always wanted. Kristen did an amazing job of creatively using every area of our property and of incorporating the color, diversity, and uniqueness of plants we wanted. In addition, Kristen is so easy to work with. She quickly responded to every phone call and request for updated drawings; she stuck with our requested budget; and she is just basically a wonderful person to work with. I highly recommend Kristen for any size project. My husband and I could not be more pleased with Kristen and our final project.
19 September, 2016
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Susan! It was so fun working with you on this project! I look forward to seeing it fully grown in and blooming!
john pinion
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen designed the landscape for redesign of my front yard. It was a significant redesign requiring coordination / collaboration with me, hardscape designer, contractor and my gardner.
11 August, 2016
Kate Castricone
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
It was a pleasure to work with Kristen on our backyard entertaining area. She had fabulous ideas and resources for us and guided us through options. The project turned out GREAT and we are enjoying our new backyard living space. We highly recommend Kristen for your landscape design needs.
10 August, 2016
eldershaw3
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I do not regret our decision to go with Kristen. My husband and I had different ideas for the front yard and we are both challenged when it comes to visualizing the finished yard. Kristen blended our needs nicely and gave great descriptions and drawings (from alternate perspective) to help us better understand the design. The drawings made it so easy to make sure we could easily compare bids from contractors. She really went above and beyond with the support and advice during construction (even though over a year passed between when she completed her design and we finally got around to hiring a contractor). This included calming me down and helping with urgent decisions on short notice. We are very happy with the way the front yard came out and are using it in all the ways we imagined. She remains calm, has a great eye, listens, and is so open to making it all work for her customer. I definitely recommend her highly.
9 August, 2016
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Tanya! I am so glad you are enjoying your beautiful new front yard! It was a pleasure working with you and your family.
scnewhouse
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
As you can tell from her photo gallery, Kristen Rudger is a very talented landscape designer. I worked with Kristen over the course of nearly a year to transform our backyard into our dream space. She had a beautiful vision for our .25 acre downward sloping, un-usable backyard. She turned it into four terraced levels and we now enjoy daily our fabulous sport court, fire pit area, playground, climbing wall and chalkboard area, grass field and our patio. She was able to give us everything we wanted and then some. She really listened to our dreams for the space and came up with designs that really worked. She also helped us figure out our budget and made sure we could actually execute on the designs she gave us. I loved working with Kristen - so much so that she also has helped us with our planters, our front yard and even our balcony garden! I highly recommend her for any of your landscaping projects.
4 November, 2014
ldymondmarks
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We hired Kristen Rudger Landscape for both our front and back yard designs. She was thoughtful and creative about our re-design requests with an open eye to our budget parameters. She managed to beautifully reconfigure our existing space, giving it a new look and feel while incorporating our requests to retain practical use of it for entertaining and relaxing. While we love grass (having both grown up on the East Coast), Kristen wisely and kindly advised us to think more hardscape and drought-tolerant plantings. Her plant selection allowed for ever-changing colors and constant privacy from close neighboring yards. From drawing the design, throughout construction, and right until the final walk through, Kristen was available for problem-solving and for consultation of unanticipated issues. Reliable, professional, and always pleasant to work with, Kristen Rudger Landscape Design would be our go-to business for any further landscape projects that we would desire.
8 September, 2014
paulaklemens
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kirsten was a pleasure to work with to create our vision. She was highly recommended by 2 other friends and we were glad we took their advice. Our yard looks beautiful and her plant knowledge and general aesthetic are terrific. She was patient and worked hand in hand with our contractor when we ran into some hiccups. She is very hands on and clearly loves what she does, would not hesitate to recommend her!
7 September, 2014
Michelle Briggs
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen designed a plant refresh and I love it! She is very knowledgeable, has great taste and is so wonderful to work with. She got this done for us so much quicker than expected too. Would highly recommend her to anyone with gardening needs
13 June, 2014
Kristen Rudger designed a complete reworking of our front and back landscaping for our home in Burlingame, California several years ago. This was, for us, a very extensive job. With Kristen's help we completely reworked our front yard with native plants and low-wattage lighting, replaced all tiling in the front of the house, created new walkways, and fixed longstanding drainage issues. In the back we addressed drainage and took a small grassy lawn that never grew and turned it into a highly-used outdoor entertaining space and garden.
Working with Kristen was a collaborative pleasure. She was knowledgeable in hardscape design and materials, in plant layout design and in planting choices that met our budget and our desires. We were pleased with the contractors she identified, and though the job was a stretch for us financially, it ultimately came in within budget. We love the results, and believe that the work has really added to the look, maintainability and eventual resale value of our home.
Her work got us featured in a home and garden tour several months after the job was complete, and that was both terrific fun for us, and an excellent third-party acknowledgement of her skill.
Since finishing the job, Kristen has been available to consult with us on maintenance (I note that our goal was low-maintenance. We don't have a yard crew!) and other questions.
We would definitely use her services again, and have already recommended her highly to friends as well as to the passersby that ask us about our beautiful landscaping!
26 February, 2013
Comment from Kristen Rudger Landscape Design:
Thank you Doug! Yours is one of my favorite gardens!
sblaircastro
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I really enjoyed working with Kristen as she is very passionate about landscape design and is also very knowledgeable and hands on. She took the time to really understand what we the homeowners were looking for and then presented creative ideas that helped us realize the backyard we dreamed of. We uncovered several challenges along the way and Kris worked hard to help us come up with the right solutions for our needs, our budget and that were environmentally friendly.
Thank you Kristen!
26 February, 2013
We hired Kristen to redesign our entire yard/outdoor living area following a house remodel. She worked with us to understand our tastes and needs, and provided several design concepts which we then modified to reach our final plan. Kristen also recommended several landscaping construction companies to implement the design, and she oversaw the installation process. We are extremely happy with the final product!
12 February, 2013
katybejarano
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Kristen designed a beautiful makeover for our yard - front, back and sides. She asked lots of questions before designing anything - what we wanted (pavers, pretty flowers), what we didn't want (water feature, yellow flowers) and in general, how we wanted to use our yard. She came up with lovely, detailed plans for a traditional looking garden (with our traditional looking house) - that were revised slightly with discussion, then found a couple of contractors to bid on the work. She supervised the work of the one we chose, making sure they followed the plans. She recommended a new gardner - good choice.
About a year later she replaced the few plants that hadn't made it (for no charge), and now almost two years later the place is absolutely beautiful! I can't tell you how many complements we have received ever since the job was originally completed - and they continue to this day!
12 February, 2013Last modified:7 August, 2013
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