"You listened patiently to my wishes; you imparted your horticultural knowledge and design expertise in a thoughtful manner; in short, you turned my dream into a reality! I love my gardens!" Judith Cannavo, Belmont Heights, LB

In January 2009, my wife Cathy and I purchased a home in Laguna Beach. The exterior of the house needed an extensive hardscape and landscape makeover. Mike McIver was hired to change the entire area which included: retaining walls, driveway, an ocean view patio, garden sitting area, and a complete front and backyard plant design. Mike did a wonderful job of creating interesting spaces, with clean, concise lines. He mimicked the color of the plant material with the colors of the house, as well as creating a visual connection through the texture and surfaces of hardscape. He selected Zen-like boulders and water features within the private retreats which provides a contemporary theme throughout our gardens. I highly recommend him and will make him a big part of any future landscape projects. He completely changed the house from an unexciting lot to a vibrant, and beautiful space that I look forward coming home to everyday!  Cathy & Andy Blanton, Laguna Beach, Ca

Working with Mike McIver has been a dream come true! I have worked on three different houses with him in the last ten years, and I am always amazed at the incisive knowledge and vast experience he brings to his projects. My basic ideas about style and feel become fully realized with Mike, and he has consistently exceeded my hopes and expectations. His attention to detail, grasp of scale, and style are unmatched. Whether it was my 1929 Mediterranean inspired garden, a 1919 Bungalow cottage garden, or my current 1928 Spanish beach house, Mike has brought a level of professionalism and artistry that accurately reflected the period of each homes architectural theme. I would never consider planning a landscpae without him in charge, he is that good! Brian Hickman, Belmont Shore, LB

I am repeatedly amazed at the artistry that goes into Mike's designs. To be able to take a blank dirt slate and create an organic masterpiece is his strength. Thank you so much for helping me create a home and garden that is beautiful, and functional. Your visions have allowed me to enjoy my surroundings more, and have added real-value to my home and life. Michael Caress, Signal Hill, Ca

We waited a long time to begin this project. We wanted to make sure the designer we chose would be able to work within the scope of our project, and create something that would both enhance our home and be a fit for our surroundings. During our first visit, Mike listened to everything we had to say. He had been by the house already and conjured up some ideas. He took a very thoughtful, practical and organic approach to the project, and was hands-on with the contractors so we didn't have to get stuck with the 'details'. We were thrilled with the results. Our landscaping is understated but interesting, easy to maintain but diverse. Although we used a more traditional landscape design palette, Mike invested in small, surprising details that make everything fresh. The yard works beautifully with both our home and the neighborhood, creating a harmonious, enjoyable whole.  Amy Valenzuela-Mier, Bixby Knolls, Long Beach

I can't say enough good things about our experience with Mike McIver in designing our yard. What initially seemed too large and daunting a task for us actually became an enjoyable project due to Mike's help and expertise. We now have a beautiful outdoor living area that is far beyond what we imagined we could have. Our project was a complete renovation of our large backyard area. Mike was involved from beginning to end, which included concept design, hardscape features, lighting, irrigation, plant selection and hands-on placement. Throughout the process he was delight to work with, an excellent listener, and has a great ability to turn ideas into reality. He was extremely flexible, which leant an amount of sanity and order to a complex project. Because of his vast experience in the landscape business, he knows what works and who to contact to get it done. I highly recommend Mike, and as a result we have become friends. I hope to be able to utilize his expertise on our next projects.  Patty Welker, Virginia Country Club, LB, Ca

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