Business Details
46 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscape Design in Sacramento, CA
Michael Glassman & Associates provides custom award-winning landscape design and architecture rooted in a problem-solving approach. With over four decades of experience, we specialize in creating unique, functional outdoor environments that integrate hardscape elements, plantings, and lighting. Our team, led by renowned landscape designer Michael Glassman, has earned national recognition through features in major publications, television appearances, and prestigious awards. We prioritize sustainable designs that address specific challenges like privacy, drainage, and erosion while enhancing outdoor living spaces for entertainment, relaxation, and gardening.Our services include initial consultations, conceptual and working drawings, plant selection, and outdoor furniture guidance, tailored to client needs and budgets. Michael, a graduate of UC Davis and La Napoule Art Foundation, has authored seven books on landscape design, including collaborations with industry experts. Our commitment to client satisfaction is evidenced by our Best of Houzz awards since 2013 and a portfolio showcasing diverse projects from intimate gardens to large-scale estates. We serve Northern California and beyond, blending expertise with creativity to transform outdoor spaces into enduring, functional havens.
Services
Consultation
Landscape Plans
Hourly Advice
Plant Shopping
Outdoor Furniture Shopping
Water Features
Outdoor Kitchens
Garden Design
Sustainable Landscaping
Hardscape Elements
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of award-winning landscape design expertise.
- Our sustainable designs solve outdoor space challenges effectively.
- We provide personalized consultations tailored to your budget and lifestyle.
- Our team includes ASLA-certified professionals and published industry leaders.
- We maintain a proven track record of client satisfaction since 1980.
What people say
Award-winning designs
Personalized service
Sustainable solutions
Expert team
Transformative results
Services
Landscape Consultation
Our initial one-hour consultation evaluates your outdoor space and provides tailored recommendations. We assess hardscape elements, climate conditions, and usage needs for entertainment or gardening. Solutions align with your budget and lifestyle while prioritizing sustainability.
Landscape Plans
We create conceptual and working drawings based on client needs and site conditions. Our plans integrate functional hardscapes, plantings, and lighting to solve spatial challenges. Each design emphasizes sustainability and long-term usability for outdoor living.
Plant Selection
Guided nursery visits help clients choose climate-appropriate plants at wholesale prices. We provide placement services and expertise on microclimates to ensure thriving, low-maintenance gardens tailored to your landscape design.
Outdoor Furniture Shopping
We assist in selecting discounted furniture, grills, and fountains that complement your landscape. Our expertise ensures cohesive design aesthetics while meeting functional needs for dining, relaxation, or entertainment areas.
Water Features
We design custom water features like fountains and pools to enhance outdoor environments. These elements combine aesthetic appeal with functional benefits, creating serene spaces that improve property value and usability.
People
Michael Glassman
Landscape Designer / President
Award-winning landscape designer with 40+ years of experience. UC Davis graduate and author of seven design books. Featured in Sunset Magazine and HGTV. Specializes in sustainable, problem-solving landscapes.
Jody Pribyl
Operations Manager
Manages client relations and project coordination. Background in TV production, including HGTV's Yard Crashers. Ensures smooth project execution and team organization while photographing completed designs.
Jennifer Wait
Landscape Architect / Senior Design Associate
24-year ASLA member with expertise in problem-solving landscapes. UC Davis graduate specializing in native plants and hardscape integration. Has contributed to MGA's award-winning projects for over 20 years.
Questions
What services does Michael Glassman and Associates offer?
We provide landscape consultations, design plans, plant selection, outdoor furniture guidance, and hardscape solutions tailored to client needs and budgets.
How long has the company been in business?
Michael Glassman has over 40 years of experience, with the firm established in 1980.
Do you serve areas outside Sacramento?
We primarily serve Northern California but have completed projects nationwide.
What makes your designs sustainable?
Our designs address drainage, erosion, and climate-appropriate plantings to ensure long-term environmental and functional benefits.
Can I purchase plants at wholesale prices through your services?
Yes, we offer guided nursery visits where clients can buy plants at wholesale prices.
