DreamScapes Water Features & Landscape in Encino

Review №1

2020-12-19 06:05:34

Wow - what can I say! Having a Dreamscape Water Feature has transformed the energy in our backyard and its something that I enjoy everyday, many times a day. Were so glad that we stumbled upon another of James projects and got in touch with this landscape artist. James has a passion and pride in his work that is unparalleled. It was a great adventure to collaborate with James on plant selection (both at the nursery and via many emails), design, aesthetics, and adjustments as we went through the project. James is very attentive and was great at translating my general ideas into a functioning work of art! The waterfall is the most natural looking water feature that I have seen - no visible concrete or odd rocks to give away that its manmade. It truly looks like a part of the landscape. I might even say that it has become the centerpiece of our home - everyone (especially our kids) love it and are drawn to it. The value was also outstanding! We highly recommend James & his crew - theyre top notch, all-around.

Review №2

2020-05-21 07:52:11

I contacted James over at Dreamscapes in Nov of 2019. By Feb 2020 we had agreed to get started on my small but big overall of a landscape desire. I must mention that prior to James I had worked with a number of so called landscapers I tried the cheap guy down the block and then the high end fancy home builder designers. All to a very frustrating and costly end. Then I saw a property that looked amazing on a walk one day which had a Dreamscapes sign in front. I called and James got back to me right away. While he had projects ( much bigger than mine) scheduled, he met and let me know that I would be a priority and placed in his work cue.While the cost of the project was much higher than I expected. So was the work I needed done. My wife and I while knowledgable of many things Landscaping was not one of them. After researching and looking James quote was well in line for the work I needed. I could tell from my first consultation that James was not just passionate (extremely) about his line of work but highly knowledgable.This was the biggest investment that we had made since buying our house! I did a lot of the destruction on the current yard and layout myself. But had reached a point where I just couldnt execute what we desired. It was well worth it!!! Every penny we spent is now visible in our property.We took an outdated desert rock design in a very hot area. Then redesigned it to have grass and surrounding plush plantings which encourage living, relaxing and enjoying the nature and our imagined dream family home.One hesitant thing which I did mention to James was his lack of online exposure and references. He stressed that this was not his strong suit or focus and that it was all about the job. It was apparent in his work. Each day his team performed worked hard, honestly, trustworthy and poignant. It was pretty much 7 or 8 am team shows gone by 5pm. All work no messing around.You could tell he commands his team while allowing them to work and enjoy their craft! No joke very impressive....I dont particularly like social media which is why I generally only post and get involved when people deserve it. I regret not doing sooner as the lack of comments made me myself question the companies dependability. But you know what its May now and we have nothing but enjoyed our yard and the work completed. But I get nothing but compliments. Every dollar invested I feel Ive got back in my property and more so in my enjoyment. Particularly during this time of distancing. My wife and I couldnt of made a better decision and were lucking to find James.He back all of his work. I literally met with him yesterday 3 plus months after the work completed to over view my property to go over the up keep and the continued growth and success. My wife and I are serious amateurs in keeping things alive. So its this backing of ones work, guidance and products which make me more than happy as a customer, Now an acquaintance. James and Dreamscapes is no joke. Its a shame his online exposure is lacking. But that just means the work is good. Generally those that review do it out of anger and disappointment. Not fulfillment and satisfaction as in this world we expect that.I not only recommend James and his company. But his work ethic and passion. My wife and I picked every plant and had our own imagined dream that James fostered and made real not compromising our desires and wants. He completed what we dreamed plain and simple. Im hoping I can add more photos but wanted to complete this long delayed review of work!Go Dreamscapes at all costs. You wont regret it!!!! And Im a half glass empty, skeptical person (so my wife tells me):) Literally changed our world. Now our home is ours!

Review №3

2022-01-03 20:33:08

DreamScapes absolutely transformed my small urban back yard from a plain boring square into a little subtropical paradise to escape from the world for a while. 100% Would use again.

Review №4

2021-12-31 18:48:04

James and his team are top notch! From start to finish, they are on top of everything and really want that “wow” factor at the end of your project. And let me tell you, Wow!

Review №5

2022-01-02 22:30:57

James and his crew completely transformed my barren yard into a beautiful sanctuary, which I never thought was possible. I am deeply indebted for their caring help.

Review №6

2022-11-08 18:35:01

James and his team are amazing!!! I would suggest them to anyone - and have to several people.Thanks!