Business Details
Ecological Landscape Design & Construction
Restoration Landscaping is a Sacramento-based landscape design-build firm dedicated to creating ecologically rich environments that connect people, native plants, and wildlife. Our team combines expertise in landscape architecture, ecology, and construction to deliver projects ranging from residential gardens to large-scale public spaces. We operate through three branches: Design-Build services, the Restoration Landscaping Mobile Nursery, and the nonprofit Restoration Landscaping Living Labs. Our Design-Build team specializes in native plant integration and habitat creation, while the Mobile Nursery brings accessible plant sales to communities.The Living Labs arm advances STEM education and ecological research through citizen science initiatives. With licensed professionals and a focus on sustainability, we prioritize collaborative design processes and field-based adaptability during construction. Our work spans urban and rural landscapes across California, emphasizing biodiversity and community engagement.
Services
Landscape Design
Native Plant Sales
Ecological Research
STEM Education Programs
Habitat Restoration
Highlights and features
- We integrate ecological research with landscape design for habitat-focused solutions
- Our design-build model ensures seamless project execution from concept to completion
- Mobile Nursery provides accessible native plant resources to local communities
- Nonprofit research arm develops science-based landscaping best practices
- Team includes licensed landscape architects and UC Davis-affiliated ecologists
Services
Landscape Design
Our landscape design service creates ecologically functional spaces that support native biodiversity while meeting client aesthetic preferences. We specialize in native plant integration and habitat corridor creation. The process includes site analysis, concept development, and construction documentation.
Native Plant Sales
The Restoration Landscaping Mobile Nursery provides accessible native plant sales through a roving truck service. We offer educational resources and plant selection guidance to support sustainable landscaping. This service brings native plant resources directly to neighborhood and community events.
Ecological Research
Our nonprofit Living Labs conducts ecological research focused on native plant-insect interactions and urban biodiversity monitoring. We develop science-based best practices for landscaping and restoration through field studies and citizen science initiatives.
STEM Education
The Restoration Landscaping Living Labs arm delivers STEM education programs using native plants and arthropods as teaching tools. We create hands-on learning experiences for schools and communities, emphasizing ecological connections and biodiversity conservation.
Habitat Restoration
We implement habitat restoration projects that reconnect fragmented ecosystems through native vegetation corridors. Our approach combines landscape architecture with ecological science to create resilient habitats for native species in both urban and rural settings.
People
Billy Krimmel
Founder, Ecologist
Ecologist with PhD from UC Davis specializing in native plant-insect interactions. Founded Restoration Landscaping to create habitat networks and conducts ongoing peer-reviewed research on native species.
Kate Hayes
Design Principal
Landscape architect with Master's from University of Virginia. Combines ecological systems thinking with design, previously worked on New York City public spaces. Lecturer at UC Davis and Stanford.
Jason Prado
Project Manager
Peruvian-American landscape architect with Master's from UC Berkeley. Specializes in large-scale projects and community engagement. Former NYC firm experience with waterfront parks and urban plazas.
Jane Lee
Landscape Designer
Harvard graduate with MLA from University of Virginia. Certified California Naturalist focused on storytelling through landscape design. Combines literary perspective with ecological principles.
Brenda Galvan
Construction Manager
UC Davis graduate managing construction projects with focus on sustainability and user experience. Coordinates between design team and field crews to ensure design intent during construction phases.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work in the Sacramento region, Bay Area, and Sierra Foothills, with select projects across California.
Do you offer native plant consultations?
Yes, our team provides native plant guidance through the Mobile Nursery and design consultations for landscaping projects.
Are your landscapes drought-tolerant?
We specialize in California native plants that naturally thrive with minimal irrigation once established.
Can I host a Mobile Nursery event?
Yes! Hosting is free and open to individuals, businesses, or organizations interested in community plant events.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Our design-build model handles full projects from concept through construction completion.
Is maintenance included in your services?
Native landscape maintenance is available through our affiliated maintenance team.
