Elevated Outdoor Design, Grounded in Intention

At Oak and Earth Designs, we believe that everyone deserves to come home to a space that feels like a breath of fresh air.

We design landscapes for people from all walks of life — spaces that reflect who they are, support how they live, and grow with them over time. Whether it's a quiet corner to unwind after a long day, a path that gently welcomes you home, or a yard that invites your kids to explore and play, we approach every design with intention, care, and soul.

We understand that the environment around us shapes more than just our views — it affects our mood, our routines, how we connect with one another, and how we experience home. That’s why our designs are rooted in both beauty and function, blending the natural character of the land with the unique rhythm of your daily life.

Our goal is simple: to create landscapes that feel deeply personal, effortlessly livable, and always a little magical.

The Oak Plans

good design begins with wonder

The Mini Oak Plan is ideal for clients looking to transform an area under 500 square feet. Packages are customized to fit your space and vision, with pricing starting at $750.
What’s Included
- Dedicated Oak and Earth Project Manager
  Your point of contact from start to finish, guiding your project every step of the way.
- Curated Plant & Materials List
  A designer-approved list that brings cohesion, beauty, and intention to your space.
- Custom 2D Landscape Plans
  Build-ready layouts with precise measurements for seamless execution. (Square footage may influence cost)
- One Thorough Round of Revisions
  Refine your design with thoughtful edits to ensure it’s just right.
  (Additional revisions available upon request.)
For clients ready to transform a single outdoor space (front yard, backyard, or side yard), the Oak Foundations Plan provides a personalized design with pricing starting at $1,800.
What’s Included
- Dedicated Oak and Earth Project Manager
  Your point of contact from start to finish, guiding your project every step of the way.
- Curated Plant & Materials List
  A designer-approved list that brings cohesion, beauty, and intention to your space.
- Custom 2D Landscape Plans
  Build-ready layouts with precise measurements for seamless execution. (Square footage may influence cost)
- Two Thorough Rounds of Revisions
  Refine your design with thoughtful edits to ensure it’s just right.
  (Additional revisions available upon request.)
- Budgeting and Contractor Connection
  We’ll help produce a thorough budget and connect you with a trusted installation crew to bring your vision to life.
- Project Oversight
  We’ll be on-site during the installation to assist with layout and ensure everything aligns with the design plan. A follow-up visit during the establishment period will help confirm that the landscape is filling in as intended.
Whole Property Foundations Plan - Starting at $2,500
For clients looking to renovate their entire property, we offer comprehensive exterior design services — creating a cohesive home facade with outdoor decor and more. Pricing starting at $3,950.
What’s Included
- Dedicated Oak and Earth Project Manager
  Your point of contact from start to finish, guiding your project every step of the way.
- Curated Plant, Materials, and Furnishings List
  A designer-approved list that brings cohesion, beauty, and intention to your space.
- Custom 2D Landscape Plans
  Build-ready layouts with precise measurements for seamless execution. (Square footage may influence cost)
- Home Accents Thoughtful exterior design that brings cohesion to your home’s facade - think paint and trim selection, potted plants, outdoor furniture and more.
- Three Thorough Rounds of Revisions
  Refine your design with thoughtful edits to ensure it’s just right.
  (Additional revisions available upon request.)
- Budgeting and Contractor Connection We’ll help produce a thorough budget and connect you with a trusted installation crew to bring your vision to life.
- Project Oversight We’ll be on-site during the installation to assist with layout and ensure everything aligns with the design plan. A follow-up visit during the establishment period will help confirm that the landscape is filling in as intended.
For clients who are:
Architects & Builders – Seamless horizontal and vertical design from project conception
Realtors - Enhance curb appeal and demonstrate endless opportunities for future improvements (ADUs, etc.)
Hotels & Resorts – Outdoor experiences that are welcoming and resilient
Commercial Spaces – Natural environments that elevate function
Multi-Family Properties – Cohesive, livable, lush shared spaces
Retail & Hospitality – Landscape that enhances your brand description
Please direct your inquiries to:
oakandearthdesignsco@gmail.com

Who We Are

Sarah Kim - Co-Founder & Designer, Oak and Earth Designs Company

My love for nature took root when I was a little girl, carried along on my parents’ adventures through national parks and exploring kelp forests along the California coast. I grew up admiring the soft watercolor paintings of Matilija poppies and native wildflowers my grandmother used to create — images that continue to inspire me.

That connection deepened at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where I studied Public Horticulture and began to understand just how profoundly landscapes shape the way we live, move, and feel in our environments.

Over the past decade, I’ve had the joy of designing landscapes for homeowners and public spaces all along California’s coastline. My goal has always been the same: to create spaces that invite people to slow down, take a deep breath, feel inspired, and connect with nature. Spaces that are not only beautiful and functional — but that grow with you over time.

We’d love the chance to create something like that for you.

Thalia Ormsby - Co-Founder & Designer, Oak and Earth Design Company

My connection to plants started early — in homes filled with greenery, outdoor gardens buzzing with life, and parents who taught me to honor the spaces we share with nature. That sense of respect and wonder has stayed with me ever since, shaping not just how I live, but how I design.

Over the past decade, I’ve led meaningful landscape projects that bring people and the natural world closer together. One of the most rewarding was the creation of a monarch way station — a protected piece of land designed to support the migration of monarch butterflies along our coast. What began as a conservation effort has become a beautiful, interactive space where children and families learn about intention, rhythm, and the joy of coexistence with nature.

I’ve also run a thriving school garden for over ten years, producing seasonal fruits, vegetables, and herbs that connect students to the earth and to one another — often through the delicious recipes we create together.

As an Olympian, I’ve learned to embrace challenge, think creatively, and stay grounded in purpose — values that flow directly into my design work. Whether it’s a cozy courtyard, a kitchen garden, or a complete landscape renovation, I design spaces that feel alive, intentional, and deeply personal — reflective of the people who call them home.