At Tahoe Outdoor Living, we combine structural landscaping design elements with the beauty of our existing natural environment. Our contemporary designs recognize that today’s clients want unique natural landscapes that are environmentally friendly, easy to maintain, and incorporate sustainable practices.

Every garden is unique, and our Design + Build team will respond to your needs to create a stunning landscape. Our goal is to ‘bring your dreams outdoors’. Our lead landscape architect and designer, Paul Nanzig, draws inspiration from the beauty of the Sierra and is dedicated to creating the perfect landscape.

“Most importantly, we always listen carefully to what the family wants, to understand their physical and emotive needs. Do they want sound for ambience or to drown out other noises? Do they want motion for the feeling-a calm gentle flow or a rush and torrent to invigorate?”

“Our focus at Tahoe Outdoor Living is personal service; we constantly have our ‘eyes to the ground’ and stay on top of our customers landscaping needs. We provide what people want based on the limits of their budget, property and regulations. Tahoe Outdoor Living prides itself on designing and building landscapes, right the first time, with no hidden costs.”

Your one stop shop for landscaping and hardscape design and install in Lake Tahoe

  • Residential & commercial properties
  • Sod
  • Garden beds
  • Irrigation
  • Paving stone driveways and patios
  • All designs by our certified landscape architect
  • Compliance with TRPA regulations
  • Plants, trees and shrubs that grow well in Lake Tahoe’s unique environment
tahoe backyard landscaping and lawn
landscaped walkway by tahoe outdoor living
hardscape driveway and front yard landscaping
hardscape backyard designs with patio fireplace and stairs
hardscape patio with firepit by tahoe outdoor living
hardscape wall with outdoor landscaping
hardscape stairs and firepit in lake tahoe
annuals and perennials tahoe outdoor living
perennials and annuals incorporated into water feature

“I am influenced by nature and the environment around me. I allow what I see to guide me. Ultimately, I want a landscape to flow and relax the senses. “

Paul Nanzig
Landscape Architect

Our Design + Build services are scalable to meet the needs and budget of our clients. We work on a wide range of projects, from small residential to large commercial projects. No job is too big or too small for our expert landscape design team.

Tahoe Outdoor Living offers a variety of landscape services from new installations, including irrigation systems and complete renovations to simple improvements. Whether you want to add a few new shrubs and trees to compliment your landscape or a complete makeover, our team can ‘bring your dreams outdoors.’

A beautiful well-designed garden adds aesthetic value to your home. Let Tahoe Outdoor Living work with you from the initial concept to design to installation and get the best landscape according to your needs.

“We get the most gratification when a customer says, ‘I love my new landscape’ and knowing that we have exceeded their expectations.”

Our Design + Build Team

Paul Nanzig

Landscape Architect

With over 35 years of experience in the field, Paul has the knowledge, vision and expertise to create the best space for your family with: an in depth knowledge of local codes, ordinances and permitting, knowledge and understanding of plant selection and plant care, wide ranging experience of working with the many microclimates of Tahoe, and familiar and comfortable working with the various agencies and regulations specific to Lake Tahoe.

Tyler Baginski

Lead Design and Sales Manager

A true local, Tyler was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe. He started working for the family business, Tahoe Outdoor Living, at the age of 15 doing landscape installations and sprinkler work. In 2011, he graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a Bachelors in Landscape Architecture. He has extensive experience with TRPA regulations and BMP installation and design. He has a passion for creating functional spaces that meld with Lake Tahoe’s natural beauty.