Expert Backyard Design & Build
Serving Mississauga, Oakville, Milton & Burlington
Designing and building a backyard is a major decision. We help homeowners plan it properly and execute it with clarity and confidence. Looking to explore similar projects? Check our projects blog section.
Designing and building a backyard is a major decision. We help homeowners plan it properly and execute it with clarity and confidence.
Why Design & Build?
When design and construction are handled separately, important details are often missed. Ideas look great on paper but don’t always translate smoothly into real construction, leading to delays, change orders, and frustration. Check our designing packages Below,
By keeping design and construction under one team, we align vision, feasibility, and execution from the beginning. This allows decisions to be made early, expectations to stay clear, and the final result to feel intentional..
This approach isn’t about rushing the project. It’s about doing it once, and doing it right.
Complete Backyard Design & Build Solutions
Visualize Your Landscape First
Every great landscape starts with a strong design. At Oakly, we take your ideas and translate them into clear, buildable plans that balance function, beauty, and durability. Whether it’s a front yard refresh or a full backyard transformation, our design-first approach ensures your project begins with the right foundation.
What You’ll Get with an Oakly Design:
- An onsite consultation to review your vision and property conditions
- 3D renderings to help you visualize the final result
- Rough Estimate on what the project could cost you
Starter
Perfect for homeowners beginning the design journey
This package is ideal if you’re exploring ideas, understanding possibilities, and want a clear vision before committing to construction.
Includes:
- 3D landscape design concept
- Detailed project estimate
- One round of design revisions
Timeline: Approximately 1 week
Investment: Starting from $499
Silver
For homeowners ready to finalize details and prepare for construction
This package is designed for clients who want to dial in materials, layout, and site conditions before moving into the build phase.
Includes:
- 3D landscape design
- Detailed project estimate
- Up to three design revisions
- Elevation marking on the property
- Material list and selections
- Outdoor furniture layout and selections
- Guided visit to a supplier showroom
Timeline: Approximately 1 week
Investment: Starting from $1,399
Premium
For homeowners seeking full planning support and execution readiness
A comprehensive design & pre-construction plan for complex/high-investment projects where precision and coordination matter most.
Includes:
- 3D landscape design
- Detailed project estimate
- Up to four design revisions
- Elevation marking on the property
- Full material selections including stone, plants, and lighting fixtures
- Outdoor furniture layout and selections
- Guided visit to supplier showrooms
- Permit coordination where applicable
(City and authority fees not included) - Multiple site visits to ensure a clear and executable construction plan
Timeline: 1–2 weeks
Investment: Starting from $2,999
Expert Backyard Design & Build services | Oakly landscaping
A true backyard design and build approach means your project is planned before it’s built — not figured out as work begins. We start by understanding how you want to use your backyard, how the space flows, and what features matter most to you. From there, we create a clear layout that considers grading, drainage, access points, and how each element connects. This process eliminates guesswork, avoids costly changes during construction, and ensures the final result matches the original vision.
01. Landscape Design & Planning
We develop clear, functional backyard designs that consider layout, flow, and usability, creating a solid plan before construction begins. Every design is tailored to your property and how you plan to use the space
Thoughtful layouts that consider flow, function, and long-term use.
02. Hardscape Construction
We handle full backyard transformations, managing every phase of the project to deliver a cohesive and professionally built outdoor space. This allows homeowners to work with one team from start to finish
Patios, walkways, and structural elements built for durability and everyday use.
03. Softscaping & Planting
Hardscape features, greenery, and finishing elements are combined into one cohesive backyard that looks balanced and functions as a complete space. The result is a unified design that feels natural and intentional.
Plant selections and layouts designed to complement the space and mature well over time.
04. Grading & Drainage Solutions
Backyard layouts are carefully planned with proper elevations, steps, and structural elements to ensure safety, comfort, and long-term performance. Each feature is positioned to improve flow and usability.
Addressing water flow and elevations to protect your investment and prevent future issues.
05. Outdoor Lighting
Our construction process follows proven methods for grading, base preparation, and installation to ensure durability and lasting results. Quality workmanship is applied at every stage of the build.
Lighting and final touches that complete the space and extend its usability.
06. Backyard Transformations
We create outdoor environments designed for relaxing, entertaining, and everyday use, turning your backyard into a true extension of your home. Each space is built to be both functional & inviting.
All elements planned and built together as one cohesive project.
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Expert Backyard Design & Build
Backyard design and build is about more than choosing materials — it’s about creating a space that fits your lifestyle, your property, and how you plan to use your outdoor area. At Oakly Landscaping, we specialize in residential backyard design and build, offering homeowners a single, coordinated solution from concept to completion. We combine thoughtful design planning with experienced construction, allowing us to manage every stage of the project under one roof. Whether you’re starting with an empty yard or transforming an outdated space, our team ensures your backyard is carefully planned, structurally sound, and built to last.
Our Backyard Design & Build Process
Our design and build process is structured to keep backyard projects organized, efficient, and stress-free for homeowners. We begin with an on-site consultation to evaluate your backyard, discuss ideas, and review functional requirements. Design planning follows, where layouts and features are carefully coordinated to ensure balance, flow, and practicality. Once the design is finalized, our construction team executes the build with close attention to base preparation, grading, and proper integration of all elements. Throughout the project, communication remains clear and consistent, with quality control at every stage & to ensure the finished space meets expectations.
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OUR ROLE IN THE PROCESS
Our role is not to overwhelm you with options or push decisions quickly. It’s to guide you through the process with clarity and experience so each step feels informed and controlled. We help homeowners:
- Understand what works best for their space and lifestyle
- Translate ideas into buildable, realistic plans
- Avoid common design and construction mistakes
- Stay confident from the first conversation to the final walkthrough
You remain involved throughout the process. We remain accountable.
Why Homeowners Choose Oakly Landscaping
Homeowners choose Oakly Landscaping because they want their backyard project done properly — from the planning stage through final construction.
We focus exclusively on residential properties, take a design-first approach, and handle both planning and building with the same team. Our crews work cleanly, communicate clearly, and respect your home throughout the project. The result is a smoother experience, fewer surprises, and a backyard you can enjoy with confidence.
Customer Care:
For us, it’s not just about completing a project. It’s about building trust and making sure your investment adds lasting value to your home.
Landscape Design and build
Backyard design and build is about creating a fully planned and professionally constructed outdoor space, not combining disconnected services. At Oakly Landscaping, we specialize in complete residential backyard design and build, managing the entire process from initial layout and design through construction and final installation. Homeowners work with one coordinated team, ensuring clear communication, proper planning, and consistent quality from start to finish.
By combining design expertise with hands-on construction experience, we are able to control every detail of your backyard project under one roof. From grading and base preparation to interlocking, structures, and finishing elements, our team ensures your outdoor space is built correctly, functions properly, and adds long-term value to your property. Whether you’re starting from a blank yard or transforming an outdated space, we deliver cohesive backyard solutions designed to last.
Residential Backyard Interlocking Services
What does backyard design and build include?
Backyard design and build includes planning, layout design, construction, and final installation of all backyard elements. This approach allows one team to manage the entire project from concept to completion.
What is the difference between design and build and hiring separate contractors?
Design and build uses one coordinated team for both design and construction, reducing delays, miscommunication, and inconsistencies. Hiring separate contractors often leads to fragmented results and longer timelines.
Do you offer residential backyard design and build only?
Yes, Oakly Landscaping specializes in residential backyard design and build projects tailored to homeowners and private properties across the GTA.
Can you design a backyard before construction starts?
Yes, every design and build project begins with proper planning and layout to ensure the backyard is functional, build-ready, and aligned with your vision before construction begins.
Can you transform an existing or outdated backyard?
Absolutely. We regularly redesign and rebuild outdated backyards, improving layout, drainage, usability, and overall appearance while working within the existing space.
How long does a backyard design and build project take?
Timelines vary based on project scope, size, and complexity, but most residential backyard design and build projects are completed efficiently with clear scheduling and communication.
Do you handle construction as well as design?
Yes, Oakly Landscaping manages both the design and construction phases in-house, ensuring quality control and consistent execution throughout the project.
Can you work with uneven or sloped backyards?
Yes, we design and build backyards that account for grading, elevation changes, and drainage to ensure safety, functionality, and long-term performance.
Do you help homeowners plan how the backyard will be used?
Yes, our design process focuses on how you plan to use your backyard, whether for entertaining, relaxing, family use, or low-maintenance living.
What areas do you serve for backyard design and build?
We provide backyard design and build services across Oakville, Mississauga, Burlington, Milton, Hamilton, Brampton, Etobicoke, Toronto, and surrounding GTA areas.
Is backyard design and build suitable for new homes?
Yes, design and build is ideal for new homes with unfinished yards, allowing everything to be planned and constructed correctly from the start.
Why choose Oakly Landscaping for backyard design and build?
Homeowners choose Oakly Landscaping for our coordinated approach, experienced construction team, clear communication, and long-lasting backyard solutions built specifically for Ontario conditions.
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Posted on Animesh AnandTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Moh and Aboud did a fantastic job removing our above-ground pool and decking. They were professional and polite over the phone, and the results speak for themselves. They completely transformed the backyard. The grading is perfectly level where the pool used to be, and the new sod looks seamless. They also left the site incredibly clean, removing all the old debris. Highly recommend them for anyone looking to reclaim their backyard space!Posted on Refill MyglassTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. With guidance from Moe, Mauricio and the crew did a first-rate job re-landscaping my yard over three weeks including removal of the old trees, shrubs and overburden and replacing it with new hardscaping, shrubbery, sod and accent plants. The crew was extremely hardworking and pleasant at all times and adapted easily to slight scope changes. They were a joy to employ. Moe is a very good leader and manager and supremely ethical in all his dealings. Would recommend Oakly unreservedly.Posted on Paul FTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a small retaining wall and a new fence with gate installed. The workers were excellent, they were polite and kept the work area very neat and tidy. We are very pleased with the work.Posted on Norma SolomonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are quite impressed and grateful with this landscaping team! Hard-working, organized and so easy to work with. Not completed yet, but beautiful results already!Posted on Kinga GizziTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Oakly landscaping did an amazing job! They were professional, creative, and detail-oriented from start to finish. My yard looks incredible, and they made the whole process easy and stress-free. Highly recommend!Posted on Jason MeneguzziTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Oakly did a fantastic job. I had about a foot and a half drop in my backyard and they came, graded the grass and placed all new sod. The workers were friendly and hard working. All work was coordinated well from the irrigation company of the sprinkler system to the concrete people for the shed base. However, they did forget to do many things that they talked about. Like remove the concrete borders, add lots of mulch around the trees and to fertilize the grass. You will have to be on top of them to fully complete the job.Posted on Maurice CTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Oakly is a great company to work with. From my first meeting with Moh, I could tell he took pride in the work his company does. Mauricio and crew did a fantastic job on the interlock walkway and were accommodating when a slight tweak had to be done. Moh was there ever day to check up on the progress and to address any concerns. I will definitely use Oakly again and I recommend them to anyone looking to have landscaping work done. Update: Sept 2/25 I had Oakly out for yard maintenance back in the spring and again today, and both times they did an outstanding job. The spring cleanup left me with the cleanest yard on the street — it was such a nice surprise to come home to. Today, they tackled all the overgrown shrubs and ornamental grasses and completely transformed my backyard. It feels like I got my space back! Their work is always thorough and professional, and I’ll continue to recommend them to friends and neighbors. Already thinking about what project I can tackle with them next!Posted on W McCTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This team of landscapers had a challenging job at my property. They came first thing in the morning on the day they told me they were coming, and did a thorough and excellent job of removing a vast array (some might call it a jungle) of overgrown bushes, weeds and small trees in front yard and back. They worked efficiently, but they also took time to consult with me and implemented all of my requests. I was very favourably impressed with Oakly and will definitely get them back for more regular upkeep.Posted on Nigel LoboTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a good experience with excellent results working with Oakly Landscape and Construction for our exterior stone hardscape project. We highly recommend their company. The project consisted of using a large stones for our back patio under our deck and some of our backyard creating a patio 20ft x 35ft. Solid steps leading down the side of the house to the walkout basement. The front of the house with both sides of the driveway done in a herringbone pattern with pavers to accommodate a car if needed. The front porch completed in natural stone and two flower boxes in front of our porch and around the front tree. Moh and his very hard working team, Faris, Mauricio, Kaleb & Christian who absolutely did a fantastic job creating the vision we had for the exterior of our home. Moh we want to thank you and your team for the quality work, efficient installation, good customer service and completing the work within the time frame we discussed. We will enjoy the beautiful work for many years to come. Nigel & DianaPosted on Ray BestavrosTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a major project to completely redo my back yard to remove an incredible amount of old patio stones, falling over retaining walls, a very large wooden shed that was taking up way too much prime real estate of the patio, overgrowth of trees and bushes and the grading of the back yard was off significantly as well. I received several quotes and ideas as to what can be done, what would be nice to do, what cannot be done and what must be done. all the contractors leaned heavily on what cannot be done except Mohammed from Oakly. He came with great ideas and approaches to suit my budget. he made the most sense. While others pushed me to redo the back yard the same way and avoided removing a dying wooden shed, Moh took a much more sensible, pragmatic and modern approach to the renovation. But that really is only the beginning of my good experience. I am pretty hard nosed negotiator and hard to please as I am familiar with most of what was needed to get done. But being in my 60's, I have done many projects and hired many many contractors and in all my years I have never ever seen a company run so well, efficiently and proficiently. I was always kept up to date on every aspect at all times. I watched the workers work all day long and I could not believe how diligent each one was. How professional that managed the coordination of communication, work and managing the demolition and getting supplies from Oakly trucks as soon as needed. They coordinated 2 bins on my property at a time with great efficiency to remove probably 1.5 feet of dirt, 5 million (exaggerating) patio stones, trees, shrubs, a Gazebo and the 10X12 wooden shed i had. Trucks coming to replace those full bins with empty one 3 times over. Their work and new patio was unbelievably laser level to my eye, sloped and graded properly. "Perfection" as my wife says even though she fought me hard not to do this project but she is delighted now. I have already recommended and connected Oakly to a family member and a neighbor. I would not even consider another contractor for other house projects because I have seen just how much more professional and customer service oriented Oakly is compared to the competition. This is without a doubt a top tier professional contractor that produces remarkable results and this is clearly apparent with every single person you come in to contact with at Oakly. I am absolutely delighted with the full project, from the brand new much larder patio, the new relocated platform for the smaller shed, the nice, clean and minimal maintenance garden along the back to the sod placement and electrical hook ups. It was a very gratifying and amazing experience to do this project with Oakly Landscaping. Thanks to Mohamed and the professional team at Oakly.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. 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Oakly Landscaping provides professional residential backyard design and build services across Oakville, Mississauga, Burlington, Milton, Hamilton, Brampton, Etobicoke, Toronto, and surrounding GTA communities. We specialize in complete backyard design and build solutions, managing everything from layout planning and design to full construction and finishing. Our team delivers fully coordinated backyard projects that include grading, hardscaping, softscaping, and structural features, all built with proper preparation and long-term performance in mind. Whether you’re transforming an outdated backyard or starting with a blank space, we create cohesive outdoor environments designed for functionality, durability, and everyday enjoyment. Homeowners across the GTA trust Oakly Landscaping for clear communication, professional execution, and complete backyard solutions built to last.
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