Homesteading has found a home in San Francisco’s upscale neighborhoods. Learn how to create a Bay Area homestead garden that blends Asian-inspired beauty with productive spaces for food, pollinators, and water-saving design.
Concrete helps build outdoor spaces that work well and look great, such as patios, walkways, stairs, and fire features. This article shows how concrete stacks up against other materials and shares simple ways to keep it looking good over time.
Today’s concrete is far more than a gray slab. It’s a design-forward, low-maintenance material that adapts to any style, terrain, or purpose in the landscape. From textured paths to structural retaining walls, concrete brings lasting beauty and performance to outdoor spaces.
Terraced landscaping uses retaining walls to turn steep yards into layered, functional spaces. Discover how this technique improves drainage, adds beauty, and creates room for outdoor living in the Bay Area.
Choosing outdoor lighting doesn’t have to be overwhelming. This guide walks you through four key questions and common mistakes to avoid, so your yard looks beautiful long after sunset.
When dreaming about a garden, most people don’t dream about what it takes to care for that garden. If your ideal backyard is more beauty and less maintenance, this post is for you.
Discover how thoughtful patio design and strategic lighting can turn your yard into a welcoming space for gatherings both quiet and celebratory. Whether you’re hosting or just enjoying the warm weather, now’s the time to make the most of it.
If you have a retaining wall on your property, it’s important to be aware of the signs that it might be failing. Cracks, bulges, and leaning are all potential indicators of a problem.
Before you start, it’s essential to understand the permits, codes, and regulations involved. San Francisco has specific requirements for retaining walls to ensure safety and structural integrity. This guide breaks down what you need to know to keep your project on solid ground legally and structurally.
Explore how thoughtfully placed water features can transform even the smallest space into a peaceful retreat.
Living in San Francisco provides ample opportunity to create beautiful outdoor living areas. From Japanese gardens to Southwest-style courtyards and more, Paul Tamate and Tamate Landscaping are here to help you see your dream back, front and side yard come to life.
Contact us today to discuss your project, and learn how we can transform your outdoor space into a beautiful oasis.
