Creative Environments

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Areas Served: Santa Rosa CA, Sebastopol CA, Healdsburg CA, Sonoma CA, Rohnert…

Services: landscape contractors, landscape designers, garden designers for new landscaping and…

1550 Gravenstein Hwy S Sebastopol, CA 95472

State Contractor’s License #638571

You can get the most landscaping value by finding a company that can do it all, avoiding the need to hire more than one company to complete your needs. That's what we found in Sonoma County firm Creative Environments in Sebastopol CA owned by husband/wife team Harry North and Deborah North.

We interviewed Creative Environments owners Deborah and Harry North to learn how you get greater value from using one landscaping company that can perform all of the diverse landscape related services including design, installation, and on-going maintenance.

All Services Means More Value from Creative Environments

"Experience is a big advantage in this business, and we've been in business for almost 30 years," Harry North shared. "We know the products, the plants, the climate and the soils in this area, and we're experienced in putting all of those pieces together to create beautiful landscapes."

In fact, Creative Environments are experts in all areas of landscape, including the design, the installation, and the on-going lawn care and landscape maintenance. Their expertise extends to plants, hardscaping like retaining walls, pizza ovens, and rock features, as well as irrigation and water features. They have the expertise to do all of this in-house without the need to sub-contract it out. Harry explains, "We do every step of the project from design through installation and maintenance, which eases the process for our clients. And we get work done in a short time and get it done right because we have large and experienced crews."

Creative Environments is focused on delivering real value at a fair price. Harry North tells us, "Clients have learned that quality is more important than price when it comes to getting your money's worth. The highest price designs aren't economical to build and cost a lot to maintain, and the lowest price means poor workmanship and cheap materials that don't last, and that's throwing money away. That's why we are proud to give our clients the combination of the right pricing with high quality so that they get the best value every time."

And Creative Environments is one of the rare landscape design/build firms that also provides ongoing maintenance. This means tremendous value because you get the benefit of your landscape cared for by the company who knows it the best, rather than other companies who don't have much expertise beyond watering plants or mowing the lawn.

Real Value is Local

Harry North founded Creative Environments 29 years ago. He's a born landscaper with a degree in biology and a life-long love of plants. As a child, Harry's family spent time backpacking and observing natural systems in the Marin area, teaching him an appreciation for plantings modeled on their natural settings. Deborah North grew up on a Sonoma County ranch in Petaluma. She took her love for gardening and experience in nurseries to the college, where she majored in ornamental horticulture. Now, Deborah and Harry North share a home in Occidental with their three teenagers.

Creative Environments also gives to the community in Sebastopol CA. They've donated time and materials to local schools and donate to local fundraisers, including raffles and auctions. And when the local high school needed a new track, Creative Environments was one of the local businesses who joined together to make the project a reality.

Clients describe Harry North as one with an obvious passion for his profession and who cares about the quality of his work. They describe Deborah North as pleasant and easy going, and appreciate her ability to listen to them.

So to get the benefits from finding that rare gem of a landscape company who can do it all-design, installation, and on-going maintenance, look no further than Sonoma County company Creative Environments Inc in Sebastopol CA and its dedicated local owners Deborah and Harry North.

Creative Environments Scorecard

Company Name	Creative Environments
Facility Address	1550 Gravenstein Hwy S Sebastopol CA 95472
Phone Number	(707) 827-7980
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Office Hours	7am-4pm M-F
Email Contact	Send an email to this Company

Areas Served	Santa Rosa CA, Sebastopol CA, Healdsburg CA, Sonoma CA, Rohnert Park CA, Windsor CA, Roseland, Fulton, Kenwood, Mark West, Monte Rio, Guerneville, Graton, Forestville, Occidental, Bodega Bay, Jenner, Fort Ross, Rio Nido, Salmon Creek, Duncans Mills, Russian River, Ft Ross, Guernewood, Penngrove, Valley Ford, Villa Grande, Freestone, Camp Meeker, Sheridan, Cloverdale, Alexander Valley, The Sea Ranch, The Geysers, Asti, Cazadero, Annapolis, Lytton, Stewarts Point Rancheria,Glen Ellen, Agua Caliente, Boyes Hot Springs, Eldridge, Temelec, El Verano, Vineburg, Schellville, Fetters Hot Springs, Cotati CA
Owners	Deborah North, Harry North
Owner’s Years in Industry	1995
Number of Employees	19
Licensing	State Contractor’s License #638571
Insurance	Contractor’s Bond number 173131 in the amount of $12,500 with the bonding company AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY.
Insurance	Workers compensation insurance with the EMPLOYERS DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY, Policy Number: LP00004600
Insurance	Liability Insurance in-force with Employers Direct Insurance Co. Policy number:LP-000046-00
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Certifications & Memberships	Prime Buyer’s Report TOP 10, CLCA (California Landscape Contractors Association)
Awards	2011 North Coast CLCA Sweepstakes Award Best Overall Installation ~ 2008 North Coast CLCA Sweepstakes Award Best Overall Installation ~ 2008 North Coast CLCA 1st Place Award Large Residential Design/Build ~ 2008 North Coast CLCA 1st Place Award Medium Residential Design/Build ~ 2008 North Coast CLCA 1st Place Award Custom Residential Installation ~ 2008 North Coast CLCA 2nd Place Award Custom Residential Installation ~ 2004 North Coast CLCA 1st Place Award Residential Estate Installation ~ 2003, 2000 & 1999 North Coast Chapter CLCA 1st Place Awards Custom Residence Installation ~ 2003, 1998 & 1997 North Coast Chapter CLCA 1st Place Award Residential Installation & Renovation ~ 2001 CLCA State Level 1st Place Awards Xeriscape Design/Build ~ 2001 North Coast Chapter CLCA 1st Place Awards Xeriscape Design/Build ~ 1999 CLCA State Sweepstakes Award Winner ~ 2001, 1997 & 1996 CLCA State Trophy Award Winner ~ 1996 North Coast Chapter CLCA Sweepstakes Award ~
Area of Expertise	landscape contractors, landscape designers, garden designers for new landscaping and renovations, garden installations, including waterfalls, fountains, ponds, outdoor kitchens & fireplaces, custom stonescaping & hardscaping, erosion control, irrigation, decks, arbors, fencing.
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Customers Served per Year	0
Type of Customers	Residential, custom corporate and commercial work
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Creative Environments Capability Reviews

"My wife and I could not be happier with the work performed by Creative Environments. Given complete 'carte blanche', Harry, Jeff and Jorge transformed our property into an award-winning landscape here in Marin County. Throughout the entire project, Jorge's crew were hard-working and professional. From the beginning to end, to all the follow-up, Jeff, Jorge and Jose have been magnificent. I wouldn't hesitate one moment to recommend them."

Gary and Krisy Watts
San Rafael CA

"We have enjoyed working with Creative Environments on a variety of exciting projects over the past 5 years and can attest to their responsiveness, experience, and professionalism. They have a depth of knowledge in both the front office and in the field to coordinate complex landscape site improvements and construction projects with the vision to successfully install creative environments for their clients."

Ed Tischbern ASLA
Landscape Architect
Larkspur CA

"My client had innumerable problems to overcome in the renovation of their property. I turned to Creative Environments to provide comprehensive landscape construction services, complete demolition, and site clean-up. Custom stone masonry, retaining walls and paving, plus stairs and handrails. Exceptional and superlative work on hard access and steep slopes. Custom water features, sitting area, and lighting. Plus outstanding soil preparation, planting, and water conserving irrigation. A great company producing award winning projects, while meeting their client's expectations. I recommend C.E. for all your landscape construction needs."

Jim Catlin
Landscape Architect
San Anselmo CA

"We're totally pleased...it's awesome out there! Noe and his crew did an exceptional job working together and they were always professional. It's wonderful, we didn't want our house to look like every other one on the block and Cynthia's design exceeded our expectations. Even our neighbors are giving us the "thumbs up" when they drive by."

Monte & Judy Kurlander
Windsor CA

"What a pleasure it was to work with Creative Environments. All the people involved in our new back yard were wonderful. From the beginning design to the final stone in the walkway, all involved were professional, helpful and accommodating. We would not hesitate to recommend and/or use them for future projects."

Don and Becky Estreich
Sebastopol CA

"We are enjoying our new landscaping and everything is growing nicely in both the front and the back yard. You created a beautiful design with an interesting choice of plants which makes it a pleasure to tend to the yard. We have received many compliments from our neighbors and we are very proud. We thank you and Harry and your efficient crew for a job well done!"

Ed and Irene Underwood
Santa Rosa CA

"We are very impressed with your overall vision, quality of work, and caring attitude."

Carol Stone, Educator
James Stone, MD
Santa Rosa CA

" Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know how much Jean and I are enjoying the landscape work you did for us. Our guests can't believe the transformation!! Jorge and his crew were great to work with. They gave an extra effort to make sure that everything was done to our standards. Jeff was always available at a minutes notice when we needed to make changes. Something that meant a lot to us was the follow-up after the job was done. Your company stood behind all your work an took care of any problem immediately. Again thanks for a great experience."

Mike and Jean Chirhart
Santa Rosa CA

"Creative Environments did a superb job on our condo project. The crew was very knowledgeable, efficient, and completed the project on schedule."

Steven Peters
Peters Construction
Mill Valley CA

"A rare combination of creativity, honesty, and practicality...very pleasant to work with. Your unique design sense adds a lot of class and style to my home."

Edward Biglieri, MD
San Rafael CA

"Great. Super. After two and a half years, I'm still delighted with my yard which was designed around bonsai."

Sue Appleton
Bonsai Society of Santa Rosa CA

"I have not encountered quality workmanship like yours in several years. I thought pride of workmanship was a thing of the past. I was wrong."

Daniel Feder
San Rafael CA

"I just wanted to let you know how fantastic everthing looks and how smoothly every aspect of the project was managed. From the design work with Jeff, to the implementation by Jorge and his team, it's been very professional throughout."

Valerie Silva
Santa Rosa CA

"Jeff's design captured our style perfectly and I've never seen anyone work so hard as Jorge and his crew. I've heard horror stories about the inconvenience and hassle a project of this magnitude would be-I'd like to say for the record, it wasn't.Working with everyone at Creative Environments has been a pleasure."

Teresa Tavares
Santa Rosa CA

"From conception through completion, we were impressed by the designer's overall plan and the crew's dedicated workmanship to carry it out. Thanks for the outstanding results."

The Taylors
Sebastopol CA

Updated, September 21, 2007