Resources
Landscape Design, Artificial Turf & Outdoor Construction Guides for Southern California
Our Resources section provides educational guides to help homeowners, architects, and commercial property managers make informed decisions about artificial turf, drought-tolerant landscaping, hardscape construction, lighting, and irrigation systems.
These guides are based on real-world field experience in Southern California’s climate and regulatory environment.
Artificial Turf Installation Cost Guide (2026)
Artificial turf installation in Los Angeles typically ranges from $9 to $25 per square foot depending on site size. preparation, material selection and project scope.
This guide explains:
• Residential vs commercial turf pricing
• Rooftop installation cost
• Putting Green cost
• Long-term maintenance comparison vs real grass
• Residential Warranty
If you are evaluating artificial grass for your property, this guide explains what influences pricing and why professional installation matters.
👉 Read the Artificial Turf Cost Guide
Drought-Tolerant Landscape Design Guide
Southern California requires climate-responsive landscaping.
This guide explores:
• Succulent and desert-adapted plant palettes
• Mediterranean climate planting strategies
• Efficient drip irrigation systems
• Soil and drainage considerations
• Long-term plant performance in Los Angeles
• Check for Rebates in your area
👉 Read the Drought-Tolerant Design Guide
Commercial
Artificial Turf Guide
Commercial synthetic turf installations require higher performance standards than residential systems.
This guide covers:
• ADA considerations
• High-traffic durability
• Rooftop and podium deck installations
• Prevailing wage compliance
• Coordination with architects and general contractors
• Commercial Warranty
Designed for commercial property owners, project managers and public works agencies in California.
👉 Read the Commercial Turf Guide
Hardscape Construction Guide
Hardscape provides the structure that anchors outdoor environments.
This guide explains:
• Paver system installation
• Concrete and retaining walls
• Decomposed granite pathways
• Drainage integration
• Architectural material selection
Hardscape should complement the architecture and reinforce a unified outdoor vision.
👉 Read the Hardscape Construction Guide
Fire-Resistant & Defensible Space Landscaping Guide
In wildfire-prone communities such as Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Beverly Hills, and Palos Verdes, landscape design must consider fire performance.
This guide explains:
• Our Class A fire-rated turf systems
• Integrating hardscape fire breaks
• Drought-tolerant planting strategies
• Ember exposure considerations
Proper material selection and design integration are critical in high-risk zones.
👉 Read the Fire-Conscious Landscaping Guide
ADA (American's with Disabilities Act) Guide
Landscape beautification, pet facilities, rooftop amenities, common areas, rooftops and indoor gyms are just a few of the applications that require ADA compliance.
ADA artificial turf and transitions are crucial and Earth Design is an ADA compliance specialist and knows how to keep your project compliant.