Higher Home Value With a Landscape Architect in Burien
We plan outdoor spaces that fit Burien lots and budgets. Our work suits older homes, new townhomes, and the wet Puget Sound climate.
Outdoor Projects We Build for Burien Homes
Landscaping Services
Professional Landscaping Services for Burien homes and businesses.
Front yard landscaping
Professional Front yard landscaping for Burien homes and businesses.
Planting services
Professional Planting services for Burien homes and businesses.
Hardscaping Services
Professional Hardscaping Services for Burien homes and businesses.
Patio Installation
Professional Patio Installation for Burien homes and businesses.
Walkway Design And Installation
Professional Walkway Design And Installation for Burien homes and businesses.
Water Feature Design and Installation
Professional Water Feature Design and Installation for Burien homes and businesses.
Retaining Wall Installation
Professional Retaining Wall Installation for Burien homes and businesses.
Driveway Installation & Design
Professional Driveway Installation & Design for Burien homes and businesses.
Lighting Installation Services
Professional Lighting Installation Services for Burien homes and businesses.
Pond & Water Feature Design & Installation
Professional Pond & Water Feature Design & Installation for Burien homes and businesses.
Drainage Solutions
Professional Drainage Solutions for Burien homes and businesses.
Burien Property Know-How for Better Outdoor Plans
Burien has many mid-century homes with tight drives and sloped front yards. We see this often in North Burien, Cedarhurst, and West Burien. So we plan grading, drainage, patio edges, and steps with those older lot shapes in mind.
Newer townhomes and apartments are growing near Burien Town Square and main retail areas. These sites need smart walkways, lighting, and low-care planting beds. And they often need clear access plans for parking, trash zones, and shared entries.
Wet winters bring runoff, moss, and soft soil across the Puget Sound area. Dry summers then stress lawns and new plants. We use drains, retaining walls, gravel paths, and native plants that fit Burien's weather cycle.
- Check driveway slope on older Burien lots before adding pavers or new walls.
- Plan drainage early if your yard sits near low spots in Boulevard Park or Shadow Lake.
- Use plants that handle wet winters and dry summers near Des Moines Creek Trail areas.
- Ask about permit needs before building walls or patios near busy streets and townhome sites.
Local Market Insights
Burien keeps growing as buyers seek homes near Seattle and Sea-Tac Airport. That raises demand for better curb appeal, drainage fixes, patios, and usable front yards. Older single-family homes and newer infill townhomes both need site plans that make small lots work harder.
Areas We Serve Around Burien
Fast Help for Urgent Outdoor Problems in Burien
We can respond fast when drainage, wall movement, or access issues need quick review. Traffic near airport routes and Highway 509 can affect timing, so we'll give clear arrival windows. We cover Burien and nearby areas with local crews who know the street layout.
Questions We Hear From Burien Homeowners
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“Adam and his team transformed our front yard, and the results exceeded our expectations. What started as a space overdue for updating is now a bright, well‑designed landscape with vibrant flowers that looked great all summer. We also really appreciate the reduced lawn area, which has made upkeep much easier. The project was completed in just a few days and included the installation of a new underground sprinkler system. Adam’s crew was courteous, detail‑focused, and consistently left the work area clean and organized at the end of each day. We’re extremely pleased with the finished product and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Adam and his team.”
“Adam has done landscaping jobs on our property, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. We managed to turn our backyard into a mini park, and the expense was more than reasonable. We also changed our high maintenance front yard into a low maintenance clean look that doesn’t demand weekly attention. When you get to the time of picking plants, Adam will meet you at the nursery and he’ll give you excellent advice as to what plants are best suited for your layout and expected results. And your plants are guaranteed for one year, so if some don’t take, he’ll replace them with new ones. Both jobs added value and usability to our place, and now we’re able to enjoy our yard year round”
“I had a great experience with Adam Gorski Landscapes. I'm not big on writing reviews, but this company deserves one! From design to build, the process was flawless. Adam and his team exceeded expectations at every turn. We were honest about our budget, and there was no pressure to go over. That was big for us, and something we didn't find with other companies. Equally important was timing and professionalism. They showed up when they said they would, left the site organized and presentable every day, and finished on time and on budget. The work done was amazing, we get compliments on it over and over! I would recommend Adam and his team to friends and family. If you read this and engage with him, you won't be disappointed.”