Timeless Hardscapes. Thoughtfully Crafted.

Hardscaping and Landscaping

Embracing sustainable practices, we design, sculpt and transform landscapes by utilizing natural stone. Our timeless stone features set us apart from our peers, whether we’re creating stairways, patios, dry stack fences, or building retaining walls. Our passion abounds.

Hardscaping

With our training and certification, we’re dedicated dry stone masons, bringing you creations that are as functional as they are stunningly timeless.

Landscaping

We’re here to help you create the perfect outdoor space! We build walls, patios, walkways, and more, using a wide range of materials to bring your vision to life.

Consulting

We believe a little planning goes a long way! Take a peek at our portfolio to see how we can bring some creative magic to your project.

Who We Are

About Our Process

We are a Bellingham, Washington based, full-service hardscaping company. We specialize in designing, sculpting, and collaborating with clients to create spaces that utilize wood, steel and natural stone. From residential to commercial environments, we strive for a harmonious relationship between nature, structure, and humankind.

You can find our projects in Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan, Island, and Snohomish Counties primarily, as well as throughout the state. Out-of-state projects are welcomed depending on their scope and size. We’re experienced in working with home owners, architects, landscape designers, and stone suppliers.

Words from Our Clients

We are very happy with the project Russ and crew created for us. Russ spent a lot of upfront time getting to know us and what we were envisioning for our project. Russ created a comprehensive plan that he followed and communicated any changes with us so no surprises. He listened to what we wanted and took it to the next level with his artistic vision and experience. All along the way Russ and crew were professional, courteous and hard working.
Don M.
I hired Russ and his team several years ago to build one wall. He did such a good job, was so professional, and creative that I’ve had Borrowed Ground continue transforming my property. Every aspect of the work I’ve had them assist with has turned out more spectacularly than I imagined. They have solved existing problems and helped me turn my property into one that is beautiful and functional. They are the best
Karen D.
I engaged Borrowed Ground to replace old wooden stairs in two places in my back garden and improve the drainage. When I met Russ, I told them we wanted the work to fit in as much as possible with the garden structure already in place. We really appreciated Russ’s attention to our environment. He suggested drainage that is perfect for our lot. A complete improvement! The granite stairs are handsome – our neighbors like them too. Russ is a lover of stone and I learned much by watching his crew work. They were all friendly and polite as well as obviously hard workers. I recommend Borrowed Ground to anyone who wants quality, aesthetic stone work.
Jeanne K.

Thrilled at the transformation of my yard – Russ and his team did an incredible job. Rock retaining wall, two sets of stairs, and patio areas front and rear. Such an incredible upgrade from the boring 90s layout the house came with.

Dan M.
With respect to high quality landscape/hardscape design and implementation you “get what you pay for”…. After a major large project for our new house, four years ago, I recently contacted Russ(the owner) and Tate from Borrowed Ground for a smaller project, and they were extremely responsive and once again, their high-quality work exceeded expectations. In this day and age when much in the construction business is purely transactional, Russ and BG staff help create a bit of Eden at a persons home with artistry and great communication skills.
Jonathan F.
The incredible attention to detail displayed by Russ and his crew was consistent through out the project. The whole crew was wonderfully polite and respectful of not just us but each other…
Paula M.

I am extremely pleased with the creativity, quality, and professionalism of everyone who worked on my project. Their work was neat, on schedule, and he stayed within my budget. I recommend Borrowed Ground and Russ Beardsley without reservation.

Janet B.

Their attention to detail and versatility, in our view, puts them at the top of the list.

Charlie and Nancy C.