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Landscape Design in Eagle, Idaho
Elevating Eagle properties with bespoke landscapes that blend luxury with the natural beauty of the Treasure Valley.

Eagle's Trusted Landscape Designer
Eagle homeowners have high expectations, and we meet them. From custom water features to full outdoor living rooms, we design and build landscapes that feel like natural extensions of your home.
From the Boise River to the foothills
Eagle stretches from the Boise River north into the foothills, and its properties cover a wide range: riverside neighborhoods with mature cottonwoods, newer estates on larger lots, and hillside homes with long views across the valley. Each setting asks for something different from a landscape, which is why we design every Eagle project around the site first. Our article on what makes Eagle landscaping different goes deeper.
Hillside lots and views
Foothill properties in north Eagle often have the best views in the valley and the hardest ground to build on. Retaining walls and terraced patios create level space, and we orient seating, fire features and lighting toward the view instead of the fence. Exposed hillsides also get more wind, so placement and planting have to account for it.
Lower ground near the river
Closer to the river, soils tend to be sandier and more gravelly, and some spots stay wetter in spring. Good drainage under patios and behind walls matters even more here, and plant choices shift toward species that tolerate both wet springs and dry summers.
Outdoor living at a larger scale
Many Eagle homes have the room for complete outdoor living spaces: an outdoor kitchen, a dining area, a fire feature, water and lighting designed together as one plan. At that scale, the details that hold it together matter most: matching stone across walls and patios, consistent lighting, and planting that softens all of the hardscape.
Our work in Eagle
Two of our larger builds are in Eagle, both from plans by Boise Landscape Design. The full backyard renovation added a paver patio, a fire pit area and new planting on a pondside lot. The poolside backyard renovation in west Eagle surrounded a new pool with paver patios, retaining walls and layered garden beds.
Popular Eagle projects
- Water features, from pondless waterfalls to fountains beside the patio.
- Natural stone and paver patios, including pool decks.
- Full outdoor kitchens with bar seating and refrigeration.
- Outdoor fireplaces and fire pits.
- Whole-property landscape lighting for trees, architecture and paths.
Design first
Larger projects benefit most from a complete design before construction. We provide detailed plans and, where it helps, 3D renderings so you can see the finished space and make decisions early. Many Eagle subdivisions also have architectural review committees, and a clear plan makes approval straightforward. When you're ready to talk about your property, schedule a consultation.

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Let's talk about your vision
If you're ready to create a space that's personal, timeless, and built to last, I'd love to hear what you're imagining.
Schedule a Consultation“I can't say enough to do justice for my new zen garden! Thank you, Kabe and Hockema Landscape Design & Build team”
"Five Stars – Exceptional Landscape Vision & Execution! My wife and I recently completed a major backyard transformation. If you are considering a new landscape or a complete redesign, I cannot recommend a more talented and professional team than Brian Bentler (Boise Landscape Design) and Kabe Hockema (Hockema Landscape Design & Build). Their combined expertise delivers nothing short of a five-star result!"
"I've had the pleasure of working with Kabe on a pool project in Eagle and he did a fantastic job! From start to finish everyone was in sync and very pleased with the finished product. I highly recommend him for all your backyard dreams!"