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Portfolio

Landscapes with a Point of View.

Real projects, real materials and outdoor spaces shaped for the way Central Texans live.

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Landscape Portfolio and Before-and-After Transformations

Explore completed landscape projects and before-and-after transformations to see how thoughtful design changes the way an outdoor space looks and works. This portfolio brings together planting, patios, paths, custom steel details, water features and other elements of our design-build work. Look at how materials connect, how spaces relate to the home and how individual details contribute to the finished landscape. The transformation galleries also show the starting conditions behind selected projects. Use these examples to discover ideas, identify the features you value and begin imagining what could be possible on your own property.

Selected details

Built Work Across the Landscape.

Explore real Solstice projects, one photograph at a time.

Designed front landscape at a modern Central Texas home
Design + planting

Modern Entry Landscape

Masoned stone patio and path
Outdoor structures + masonry

Outdoor Structures

Cottage landscape with organic flagstone path
Design + flagstone

Cottage Garden Path

Custom steelwork in a landscape
Custom steelwork

Steel Landscape Detail

A closer view of custom steel edging and the planting it frames.

Water-wise xeriscape bed
Water-wise planting

Layered Xeriscape

Boulder waterfall at a swim spa
Swim spa + boulders

Hill Country Water Setting

Artificial turf installed by Solstice Outdoors
Artificial turf

Low-Maintenance Green

Dry creek drainage feature with stone
Drainage + stone

Drainage Solutions

Stone and Planting

Stone and Planting

Stonework and planting considered together at the entrance to a home.

Hill Country Details

Hill Country Details

Native textures and stonework bring character to the landscape.

Patio and Path

Patio and Path

More from our portfolio

Spaces with Their Own Character.

A closer view of the planting, masonry and paths that bring each landscape together.

Native lawn, stone paths and established trees

Native Lawn + Hardscaping

Raised masoned flower beds and stone entry steps

Masoned Flower Beds + Steps

Stone steps set among planted beds

Stone Steps + Planting

Stone paths and planting leading to a home

A Considered Arrival

Masoned patio with a raised stone planter

Masonry + Outdoor Living

Before / after gallery

Transformation You Can See.

Move each slider to compare the original property with the completed landscape framework, stonework, circulation and planting.

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Project 01

Path, Planting and Gathering Space

Circulation, planting and a place to gather give the yard a new purpose.

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Project 02

Natural Swim Pond + Hardscape

Solstice created the natural swim pond as well as the surrounding hardscape. Stonework and planting connect the water to the wider landscape, creating a setting for swimming, gathering and enjoying the garden.

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Project 03

Stone Path and Planting Framework

A stone path and stronger planting framework organize the landscape from end to end.

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Project 04

Terraces, Steps and Circulation

Terraces and steps create usable ground and a more intentional route through the property.

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Project 06

Entry Landscape Transformation

Stonework and planting give the entry a clear, welcoming structure.

What we design and build

A Complete Approach to Outdoor Living.

Explore the design, construction and planting services that bring your outdoor space together.

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Landscape design visualization from Sam’s design walkthrough
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Landscape Design & Visualization

Explore your landscape through 2D plans and 3D visualization.

Masoned patio and stone-edged planting around a home
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Hardscapes

Custom, quality stonework by our skilled masonry team.

Layered water-wise planting with stone-edged beds
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Xeriscaping

Expressive, water-wise planting selected for Central Texas.

Steel planters and layered planting
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Custom Steelwork

Trellises, arbors and details that make a place memorable.

Sloped landscape with stone retaining beds and coordinated grading
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Drainage & Erosion Solutions

Dry creeks and grading designed as part of the landscape.

Covered outdoor gathering space with masonry patio
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Outdoor Structures

Shade, shelter and gathering spaces for life outdoors.

Illustration of drip irrigation delivering water near plant roots
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Drip Irrigation

Water delivered where your planting needs it.

Lighting design visualization of an outdoor courtyard
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Low-Voltage Lighting

Illuminate paths, gathering areas and landscape details.

Solstice artificial turf installation
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Artificial Turf

Pet-friendly outdoor space, planned with drainage in mind.

Look beyond the finish

Every Transformation Solves the Property as a Whole.

FlowClearer arrival, circulation and transitions between spaces
UseComfortable places to gather, dine, rest and move outdoors
MaterialStone, steel and planting composed in one visual language
LongevityConstruction and systems considered for Central Texas conditions

Landscape design, thoughtfully built

Creating a Sense of Place, One Landscape at a Time.

From the first sketch to the final stone, Solstice brings design, materials and installation together in one considered process.

Our work brings together enduring masonry, custom details, and climate-conscious planting to create outdoor spaces that feel naturally at home in Central Texas while reflecting your own style.

Meet Solstice Outdoors

A clear design-build process

One Vision, Carried from Concept to Completion.

From the first conversation to the final walkthrough, our team guides the design and installation of your outdoor space.

Explore our process

  1. Consult

    We meet at your property, listen to how you want to use it and identify opportunities, constraints and priorities.

  2. Design

    2D plans and 3D visuals bring together circulation, masonry, planting, lighting and custom features before construction.

  3. Build

    Our installation process translates the approved vision into an enduring outdoor space with clear communication throughout.

Client stories

Trusted from First Ideas to Final Installation.

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 89 Google reviews · Checked October 6, 2026. Read reviews on Google ↗

From start to finish, Solstice Landscaping was prompt, professional, communicative and really fun to work with! They never tried to upsell, and actually suggested areas where we could save money … We are so pleased with the final results and can’t recommend Solstice Landscaping enough!
Laura B.
Solstice Outdoors overachieved every step of the way from project design to completion! We asked Solstice for everything from the landscaping to outdoor lighting to irrigation and they were fantastic bringing it all together - we could not be any happier with the final results - Go Spartans 🙂
Jim O.
Chris, Isaac, Kaylee and the entire team are very professional and will go over and above to accommodate your landscaping needs. They just completed all of the landscaping for our new home build and it exceeded my expectations … As this was a new home build, we did ask for numerous additions, expansions, and a number of changes. For each of these, they really made sure we were taken care of. I would highly recommend them for your landscaping needs
Cory F.
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They design great landscaping approaches and deliver as they bid… Even better! You can trust them to be high-quality, fair, and great partners to work with.
Barbara S.
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Our dry creek with boulders and plantings, fire-pit, flagstone pathway and plant beds are beautiful and flow perfectly into our Hill Country setting.
Loni & Doug

Where we work

Rooted in Dripping Springs. Designed for the Hill Country.

We focus on a deliberate service area so each project receives the attention it deserves.

See where we work

Our local communities

  • Dripping Springs
  • West + South Austin
  • Driftwood
  • Bee Cave
  • Lakeway
  • Wimberley

Contact Solstice

Begin with a Conversation.

Tell us what you have in mind. We’ll discuss your priorities, project scope and investment to see how we can bring your outdoor space to life.

Call or text512-915-0205
Emaillandscapes@solsticeoutdoors.com
Visit4230 US-290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
HoursMonday–Friday · 9am–5pm

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