Creating Native Landscapes

Acorn Design Studios provides comprehensive landscape design services focused on California native plants and wildlife habitat. Let us help you replace your grass, save water, and create habitat while increasing the equity, beauty, and enjoyment of your yard. Our process is personal and professional.

With over 25 years experience working with native plants, we serve residential properties in Ventura County and western Los Angeles County in California.

Get a complimentary site visit to assess your property’s potential. We offer:

  • Stunning full color 2D and 3D design graphics

  • Turf replacement and Waterwise rebate assistance

  • Sourcing, purchasing, and installing native plants

  • Habitat enhancement for birds and wildlife (see Products)

  • Pollinator gardens

  • Irrigation design (sprinkler conversion to commercial grade drip systems)

  • Hardscape design and construction (dry river beds, paths, planters, retaining walls, etc.)

  • Training for gardeners and/or property owners about maintenance (initial and follow-up)

  • Lighting design

About our Principal Designer: Erik Oberg

Born and raised in St. Paul, Minnesota, I spent summers at my grandparents’ lake cabin. When I wasn’t catching sunfish or rowing Grandpa Frank around the lake, I spent time exploring his native plant garden. Lady slippers and milkweed, June bugs, fireflies, and Luna moths amazed and inspired me.

Grandpa Frank’s influence and a family vacation to Yellowstone cemented my career goal, at age 8, to become a park ranger. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point in Resource Management and Environmental Education.

Shortly after college I became a National Park Service ranger and later a biologist. I also earned a Masters Certificate in Parks and Public Lands Management. I worked at eight parks including Joshua Tree, Sequoia, and Yellowstone.

I spent my 26-year NPS career studying and restoring natural habitats on public lands. After moving back to California, I decided to start Acorn Design Studios to share my experience and help create pollinator and wildlife habitat, reduce water use, and build beautiful outdoor spaces for homeowners like you.

I believe client collaboration is key to a successful project. I look forward to working with you.