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Outdoor Living
Crafting Comfort, Style, and Function Under the Santa Barbara Sky
Outdoor Design, for the Way You Live
In Santa Barbara, outdoor living is a way of life. At Mountain View Landscaping, we design and build custom outdoor environments that make the most of our region’s year-round beauty. Whether you’re envisioning a shaded retreat under a handcrafted pergola, entertaining guests around a built-in fire feature, or enhancing ambiance with subtle, elegant lighting, we bring your outdoor lifestyle to life.
From decks and patios that expand your home’s footprint, to retaining walls that define space and function, to custom fences and gates that offer both privacy and polish — every element is built with the craftsmanship and character your property deserves. We also integrate water features for tranquility and lighting systems to extend your evenings well after sunset.
Inspired by Santa Barbara’s natural beauty, our outdoor living spaces are tailored to reflect how you relax, gather, and enjoy the outdoors — every day of the year.
Custom Landscape Construction
Where craftsmanship meets creativity, we bring your outdoor vision to life with custom-built features that elevate every detail of your landscape. In a recent standout project (pictured left), we designed and constructed a Scandinavian-inspired deck to frame a sunken jacuzzi spa — blending clean lines with natural textures for a calming, spa-like retreat. Intentionally placed sandstone boulders, hand-crafted sandstone steps, and a thoughtfully laid flagstone pathway guide guests into this serene escape, making it not just a backyard feature, but a destination.
Mountain View Landscaping specializes in turning functional outdoor elements into personalized experiences — built to last and inspire.
Lighting
Illuminate your landscape with intention and artistry. Our custom low-voltage lighting systems highlight architectural features, pathways, trees, and outdoor living areas — adding safety, security, and dramatic nighttime beauty. Strategically placed lighting extends the use of your outdoor space well after sunset and enhances curb appeal. Highly customizable, outdoor lighting creates a relaxed, inviting atmosphere — perfect to enjoy more of those Santa Barbara nights, long after the sun sets.
Set the scene, and light the way with landscape lights:
- Enhances curb appeal and outdoor aesthetics
- Extends the usability of your yard into the evening hours
- Increases safety by illuminating walkways and dark areas
- Adds security by deterring intruders
- Low maintenance and energy-efficient solutio
Water Features
The sound of moving water brings peace, elegance, and sensory depth to any landscape. From bubbling fountains to serene reflecting pools or naturalistic pondless waterfalls, we design water features that suit your space, style, and maintenance preferences. Whether it’s a subtle trickle in a quiet garden corner or a bold central feature, water adds movement and a sense of calm. Water features are ideal for those seeking to enhance their outdoor environment with a spirit of tranquility.
Fire Features
Add warmth and atmosphere to your landscape with a custom fire feature — from sleek gas fire bowls to traditional wood-burning fire pits or outdoor fireplaces made of stone. These elements create year-round gathering spots for family and friends, and they offer a glowing focal point in any outdoor living space. Fire features are perfect for anyone looking to add comfort, ambiance, and a little magic to their evenings outdoors.
Retaining Walls
More than just functional, retaining walls shape the flow and foundation of your landscape. Essential for managing slopes, preventing erosion, and creating level planting or patio areas, they can also become beautiful focal points using natural stone, concrete, or decorative block. Retaining walls are perfect for hillside properties and anyone looking to add structure, safety, and definition to their outdoor space — all with a style that fits seamlessly into the Santa Barbara terrain.
Decks
Decks expand your living space outdoors, offering the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining, or soaking in a Santa Barbara sunset. We design and build custom wood and composite decks that work with your home’s architecture and your natural surroundings — whether you’re on a hillside, nestled in a backyard nook, or overlooking the ocean. A higher-end investment with strong returns in property value and enjoyment, decks are ideal for homeowners who want both functionality and timeless style in their outdoor living.
Fences & Gates
Fences and gates do more than mark a boundary — they set the tone for your entire property. We design and build custom fencing and gate solutions that offer privacy, security, and architectural appeal. From modern horizontal slats to classic wood picket styles, hog wire panels, or artisan-crafted gates, each piece is built to last and tailored to complement your home and landscape.
Custom gates add both functionality and curb appeal — whether it’s a driveway gate that makes an entrance or a garden gate that invites discovery. This is a moderate investment with high impact, perfect for homeowners who want to define and protect their space with intention and style.
Pergolas
Pergolas provide elegant shade and structure, creating a natural extension of your living space into the outdoors. Attached to your home or freestanding in the garden, a pergola defines gathering areas, frames views, and adds architectural interest. They’re ideal for homeowners seeking to enhance usability and ambiance of their outdoor space. Custom-built from wood or composite materials, our pergolas range from rustic and vine-covered to sleek and modern, always designed to complement your landscape and lifestyle.
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