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Stone steps wrapping raised spa at sunset
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For a Beverly Hills Gateway property, we approach the landscape as a sequence: the arrival, the first glimpse of the garden, the pool terrace and the private spaces beyond. Each should have its own purpose while belonging to one complete design.

A site visit, detailed scope and budget. No cost and no obligation.
Tell us how to reach you and where you plan to build. Our team will follow up to arrange your visit.
We coordinate estate pools and spas, entry paving, garden walls, outdoor entertaining and planting. Existing pools can be reassessed for a new shape, a different depth or a better relationship to the home, subject to structural and site review.
Our services in Beverly Hills Gateway: the complete property, custom pools & spas, pool reshaping & remodeling, landscape design, hardscape & outdoor living, planting & irrigation, landscape lighting, drainage, difficult sites & challenging access, large-scale & complex projects, craftsmanship and precision, 3d renderings, pool houses, balconies & decks, pedestal paving systems, artificial turf & putting greens, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, fire features & fire pits, tennis & pickleball courts.
Driveway edges, entry walls, gates and planting set the tone before anyone reaches the front door. We plan those elements with lighting, drainage and the pedestrian route to the house.
Use terraces, planting and changes in level to create intimate places within a larger property. The aim is an inviting pool setting with clear circulation, comfortable seating and practical service access.
Requirements depend on the property, jurisdiction and scope. We begin with a site visit, then coordinate the relevant agency review and required submittals as the project develops.
Yes. We design and build pools, landscapes and outdoor living spaces in the Beverly Hills Gateway area. Arrival paving, gardens, terraces and pool settings are planned as one property. Gateway is a neighborhood name rather than a separate permitting city, so we establish the correct city jurisdiction and any private design requirements from the parcel before preparing the approval path.
Local requirements can change. We review the current rules for the property address and proposed scope.
From the Richard Lusk portfolio
Pool, landscape and outdoor living examples from across our portfolio. Project locations are identified in the gallery titles.

Stone steps wrapping raised spa at sunset
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Modern entry reflecting pond and natural stone wall
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Illuminated courtyard pool lounge chairs and cabana
Explore the project gallery →Homeowner perspectives
5.0 out of 5 from 20 Houzz reviews · Best of Houzz award winner
“We absolutely love our new pool and landscaping!”
“He’s open and honest in his communications.”
“Beautiful work and amazing communication throughout the project.”
“They started exactly when they said they would”
“Richard has been invaluable in the transformation of our outdoor space.”
“Richard and his crew did an amazing job on our yard!”
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