Shepard Design Landscape Architecture

The reviews speak for themselves. AJ is friendly, knowledgable and professional. He makes an effort to explain all aspects of the project and present multiple solutions for the client. The website is a good resource for additional information and photos. I recommend AJ to anyone looking for a good landscape architect.

AJ Shepard (no relation!) fixed up an entry area for a friend of mine’s house. We’re just talking the side of a walkway, up to the front door. Who would have thought that it would make a difference???
Holy cow, what a difference! AJ moved items that were already there (a bench and a sculpture), re-​did the lighting, and re-​did the plants. The thing that was probably the coolest about it was that when I went to my friend’s house, I didn’t «notice a difference» — I just noticed how nice his «house» looked, and how relaxed I felt walking up to the front door.
When he told me that he’d had the work done, of course, I «realized» how many things had moved. But the point of it all is that by using what was there already — and then adding and subtracting to get the feeling my friend and his wife wanted — the place didn’t seem «done.» (You know what I mean.)
I actually asked him for the landscape architect’s name, and had to laugh as his last name is the same as mine. And now I’m putting a Unilocal review here, because it really was that remarkable. Meticulous, very thoughtful, and really quite something! When we go to do some work in our «outside» (we’re working on the house-​part now), this is the guy I’ll call.
Wonder if he’ll smile at the fact that we have the same name, too?
Sandy Shepard

It takes a master to create a master plan.
AJ helped us realize a dream with his vision for our quarter acre of
eroding sand in Golden Gate Heights. Our 80-​year old Norman Tudor came complete with a neglected, overgrown garden and once our remodel was finished in 1996, we asked AJ to help us envision the grounds. Although it took us several years to complete the hardscape (we hauled out 200 tons of sand), irrigation, three phases of planting and lighting, perseverance paid off and the results are truly beautiful and functional. We enjoy AJ’s vision every single day and recommend him to anyone who has a landscaping challenge either big or small. His work has enhanced our lives beyond measure. If you are interested in seeing one of the most breathtaking spaces in the Golden Gate Heights/​Forest Hill area of San Francisco, AJ can arrange for a tour.

We wanted a patio for our side yard and contacted Shepard Design Assoc. AJ worked with us to create a sanctuary. He listened to our wishes and incorporated them into his orginal design. He gave us plants and flowers that would work in our zone as well as recommending a fountain that would best fit.
We have had our new patio for 1 yr now and couldn’t be more thrilled with the end result. Any one who comes to visit wants to go out on the patio for the beautiful colors, fragrance and soothing sounds from the fountain. It is so calming and beautiful.
Thank you AJ for your talent and skills in landscape design. We couldn’t have done without you.
Judi G

If you are looking for a really great landscape design, AJ is the one to go to.
I have know him for a long time and had the pleasure to see his work and it is amazing. I highly recommend

AJ is the best when it comes to landscape, backyard and garden designs. I have know him for a long time and he is so dedicated to his work and his clients. If you need help with landscape design Shepard design is the way to go.