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High-End Outdoor Living Spaces

DESIGNED AND BUILT IN-HOUSE

We specialize in thoughtfully designed, expertly-built outdoor spaces. From concept to construction, Arborvine handles everything in-house.

What "Design-Build" Means at Arborvine

One Team. Your Vision. Built Right.

Most contractors show up and build what they’re told. At Arborvine, we design your space first, then build it exactly as planned. This prevents costly mistakes and ensures every detail works together.

Discovery & Vision Planning

We listen to how you want to use your outdoor space, review inspiration, and understand your property's potential and limitations.

Custom Design Development

Detailed layouts, material selections, and structural planning specific to your property. No cookie-cutter templates.

Collaborative Refinement

We work through design revisions together until the plan feels right—typically 2-3 rounds before construction begins.

Expert Construction

The same team that helped design your space builds it. Complete accountability from start to finish.

WHY THIS MATTERS:
Design mistakes discovered during construction can cost thousands to fix. Our process catches issues on paper, not on your property.

Our Design Services Include Unlimited Revisions

Comprehensive Design Deliverables:

Why Unlimited Revisions Matter:

Your outdoor space is a significant investment. We refine the design until it’s exactly right – no rushing, no compromises.

Most projects go through 2-3 revision rounds, but we don’t put a cap on it. If it takes more time to get it perfect, that’s what we do.

Ready to Start Planning Your Outdoor Living Space?

Design consultations typically begin 1-2 months before construction.

Seamless Project Timelines

How Your Outdoor Project Moves From Idea to Installation

*Use the handle in the middle to swipe see see our project’s before/after

Why Planning Early Matters

Quality Outdoor Living Projects Take Time

High-quality outdoor living projects require advanced planning. Waiting can mean delayed start dates and limited availability.

Planning Timeline Comparison

Planning Early Makes a Difference

Our design and build calendars begin filling months in advance. Clients who start planning early have more control over timing, materials, and completion windows.

Early Planning Advantage
Delayed Planning Risk

What to Expect When Investing in a Custom Outdoor Space

Designed, Planned, and Built for Long-Term Value

Every Arborvine project is fully custom designed and built to reflect how you live, entertain, and use your property.
Investment levels vary based on scope, materials, site conditions, and design complexity.

Most design-build projects range from several thousand to six figures, depending on scope, materials, and complexity.

Full Outdoor Living Environments

Integrated spaces designed for cooking, dining, relaxing, and entertaining. These projects often combine multiple features into a cohesive, long-term outdoor experience.

Architectural Hardscape Projects

Custom patios, walkways, fire features, and outdoor kitchens built with premium stone and pavers. Designed for durability, structure, and visual impact.

Landscape Enhancements

Thoughtful plantings, lighting, grading, and finishing details that elevate the entire property and bring cohesion to existing or new hardscapes.

Pools & Spa Integrations

Resort-style backyards with pools, spas, and coordinated hardscaping.

Our Approach to Investment

During consultation, we help clarify scope, priorities, and realistic investment ranges so your project moves forward with alignment from day one.

Recent Transformations
Delaware & Pennsylvania
Relaxing Fireside
Glen Mills, PA - Hardscaping + Fireside Setup

Custom Wood Pavilion, Full Hardscape Installation, Masonry Fireplace with Built-In Storage, Softscape & Finishing Touches

Project TImeline:
5 Weeks
Tranquil Backyard
Delaware City, Delaware - Backyard Transformation

Custom Paver Patio, Integrated Fire Pit Seating Area, Multi-Zone Outdoor Living Design, Retaining Walls & Stone Accents, Softscape & Finishing Touches

Project TImeline:
3 Weeks
Family Cookout
Wilmington, DE - Complete Backyard Resort

Custom Outdoor Kitchen, Masonry Cooking Station, Integrated Fire Pit Seating Area, Hardscape Patio Installation, Softscape & Finishing Touches

Project TImeline:
4 Weeks
Design and construction by one accountable team

No coordination headaches between separate designers and contractors. One team sees your project from vision to completion.

Exceptional communication and responsiveness

We stay in close contact throughout your project. You’ll always know what’s happening and when.

Proven enterprise in complex projects

A well-equipped & highly-skilled team of professionals with 200+ years of combined experience. Dedicated to designing and building luxury outdoor spaces.

Exclusive focus on residential design-build

Our specialty is creating custom spaces where homeowners can entertain, dine and unwind. We craft spaces that last as long as the memories created within them.

What Clients Say

“The work in the front of the house and also the outdoor patio and kitchen were higher than our expectations. Arborvine has turned our backyard into an Oasis! People are stopping us and praising the front of the house upgrade.”

Laura K.
Wilmington, DE

“They laid beautiful stone, redid the garden area, and made a retaining wall that is the perfect place for a fire pit. It was all designed by them. We have gotten so many compliments and even other contractors have been impressed.”

Steve H.
Wilmington, DE

“I couldn’t be more impressed with their knowledge, service and the results. From start to finish, the team demonstrated professionalism, dedication, and a genuine passion for their work… landscaping services. Their team’s dedication to excellence and their ability to deliver stu…”

Whitney P.
Wilmington, DE
Service Areas

We service customers throughout New Castle County, Southeastern Chester County & surrounding areas.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware
We serve homeowners throughout New Castle County, Southeastern Chester County, and surrounding areas.

Outside our service area?
Contact us anyway – we occasionally take on exceptional projects beyond our typical service area range.

Ready to Start Planning Your Outdoor Living Space?

If you’re considering a design-build outdoor project and want clarity on scope, timeline, budget, and next steps:

Consultations Include:

Testimonials

  • Best landscaper I’ve ever used. Excellent and creative design work; began the project on time; finished on schedule. Was responsive throughout and accommodated last-minute change requests. Very professional, with high standards of excellence.

    Dan King
    Garnet Valley, PA
  • We used Arborvine for a design/installation of front and side landscaping beds including new bed shape, sod, lighting and all new shrubs and perennials. 4 full day project. Excellent workmanship and punctual, pleasant and DETAILED landscaping workers. We will use for all future needs!

    Kathleen L
    Wilmington, DE
  • I’ve had the pleasure of working with Arborvine Landscaping on multiple occasions. Whether it was mulching beds or building a new hardscape, Greg and his team were always professional and respectful of my property. Their attention to detail is superb, as well as their communication. I highly recommend hiring Arborvine Landscaping for your next outdoor living project!

    Chris Rossetti
    Wilmington, DE
  • Arborvine provided professional service and was prompt and courteous.  Greg communicated thoughtfully and timely.  I recommend Arborvine to all looking for high-quality landscaping.

    Aaron and Stephanie Dallaire
    Wilmington, DE
  • I would like to recommend Pedro and Alex of L-2 for the great work that they did on the projects that I had set up for them to do. They were very professional and knowledgeable about what I wanted done. They finished in a timely manner and were very polite, I would give Arborvine Landscapeing a call for all of your yard work.

    Steve Glackin
    Wilmington, DE
  • Greg and his team worked closely with us on a major transformation for our front yard. When we moved into a new property, the steep hill was a huge concern from a safety and aesthetic perspective, not to mention a nuisance to upkeep regularly. Arborvine provided initial design concepts and partnered with us to refine our selection, from materials to plants, and led a beautiful improvement to our property that raised curb appeal, made our front entrance much more accessible, and changed the entire vibe of our yard for the better.

    We have now worked with Arborvine for two major transformations across our property, and I will continue to partner with them as other projects come up. If you’re looking for a team who knows hardscaping / landscaping, is easy to work with, transparent, and agile – look no further. This is your crew.

    Greg D’Antonio
    Newark, DE
  • Greg and crew were great. Very thorough and detail oriented, hard working, efficient, and constant communication. The family is excited to use the new patio for years to come. Highly recommended.

    Brad Jones
    Wilmington, DE
  • Great company, we have been using them for a few years now on a few different projects along with your typical mulching and yard clean ups. The owner Greg was very easy to work with and the office staff is great. On our most recent project we had the pleasure of working with the foreman by the name of Alex who was great and took great pride in his work. We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a landscaping company in the future.

    Richard Lubicky
    Wilmington, DE
  • I used Arborvine Landscaping this past Spring for major landscaping around my house. They leveled my front lawn and added sod, cleaned up and lined our flower beds with stone edging and removed dead wood, poison ivy, overgrown brush in the far back of the property and replaced it with arborvitaes and other plants. They also added a row of rocks to improve the water runoff and drainage. We are very happy with the results and we are still using this company. We get a lot of compliments from our neighbors about how nice our house looks.

    Mike Levithan
    Wilmington, DE
  • Greg is very knowledgeable and professional. He cleaned our landscape beds and also added a stone border to a small bed at the back of the house. His crew was efficient and left everything immaculate!

    Stephane & David Radin
    Middletown, DE