Design-led. Detail-driven. Start to finish.
For over 13 years, I've been designing and building landscapes throughout the Bay Area — turning outdoor spaces into places people actually want to live in.
Jeanne Marie Ernst
Founder & Principal Designer
13+
Years of
Experience
Design-led. Detail-driven. Start to finish.
For over 13 years, I've been designing and building landscapes throughout the Bay Area — turning outdoor spaces into places people actually want to live in. I'm a landscape designer who believes great design is only half the equation; the other half is making sure it gets built right.
That's why I don't just hand off a set of drawings and walk away. I design every project myself and stay on as the project manager through construction, overseeing the process from initial concept all the way to the final walkthrough. It's a hands-on approach that keeps the vision intact at every stage, and means you have one person accountable for the outcome — not a chain of handoffs where details get lost.
13+
Years Designing Bay Area Landscapes
100%
Personally Managed, Start to Finish
1
Point of Contact — Always Accountable
What sets The Paver Lady apart
A team you can trust
No landscape project happens in a vacuum. Over the years, I've built relationships with some of the most talented and knowledgeable hardscape and landscape contractors in the region, along with trusted soil engineers and building architects. When your project calls for structural expertise, drainage solutions, or architectural coordination, I bring in the right people — and manage that collaboration so you don't have to.
Permitting, handled
Permits and inspections can be one of the most frustrating parts of any construction project — unless someone who knows the process is handling it for you. I manage all necessary permitting and inspections on your behalf, working directly with local jurisdictions so your project stays compliant and moves forward without unnecessary delays.
The advantage of one point of contact
My background spans both design and construction, which means I understand a project from every angle — how a beautiful design decision plays out in the field, and how a construction constraint should inform the design from day one. You get a single, experienced point of contact managing your project from conception to completion.
Landscapes built to last
Backyard Patio & Fire Feature
Marin County
Natural Stone Walkway
San Francisco
Outdoor Kitchen & Gathering Space
Marin County
Ready to get started?
Let's talk about your project and bring your outdoor space to life.
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