Welcome to Mitchell Outdoor & Design, where we specialize in transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional environments that reflect the best of lake living in Southwest Michigan. From custom shoreline beaches to patios, lighting, irrigation, and landscape design, we bring nature, creativity, and craftsmanship together to elevate your property and your lifestyle.
We’re proud to serve Dowagiac, Sister Lakes, South Haven, Cassopolis, St. Joseph, Benton Harbor, and communities throughout Cass, Van Buren, and Berrien Counties. Whether you own a cozy lakehouse retreat or a residential home inland, our team is ready to help you make the most of your outdoor space — all year long.
Lake life isn’t just a weekend experience — it’s a way of living. That’s why we’re Southwest Michigan’s trusted experts in private beach creation and custom lakeside landscaping. We design and build durable, beautiful shoreline features that enhance your property and let you enjoy the water like never before.
From grading and shoreline reinforcement to premium sand installation, our private beach services are designed to withstand water fluctuations while delivering maximum enjoyment and curb appeal. We also provide seaweed removal, drainage systems, and native planting to keep your lakefront clean, safe, and serene.
Start your project with a thoughtful, functional design. Our team creates plans that match your property, your goals, and the natural surroundings. 2D layouts and 3D renderings help you visualize your new outdoor space before installation begins.
Enjoy your outdoor space with custom features like fire pits, outdoor kitchens, built-in seating, and entertaining areas.
Our team designs for comfort, flow, and seasonal use — so your outdoor living space becomes a true extension of your home.
We build patios, walkways, retaining walls, and more using Unilock® pavers and wall systems for superior durability and beauty. Whether you’re creating a poolside patio or a garden path, our hardscaping enhances the structure and function of your landscape.
From French drains to yard grading, we solve water problems before they become property problems. Our team provides custom drainage solutions that protect your foundation, eliminate soggy spots, and support long-term landscape health.
Keep your lawn and garden healthy with professionally designed sprinkler systems, smart controllers, drip irrigation, and seasonal maintenance. We also offer winterization services to protect your system in the cold months.
As a certified Coastal Source® dealer, we install high-performance lighting and audio systems that turn your yard into an immersive experience. From pathway lighting to wireless audio zones, we ensure your space shines after dark and sounds great during gatherings.
We help homeowners keep their lawns lush, clean, and healthy with weekly mowing, edging, fertilization, weed control, and seasonal care. Whether you’re lakeside or inland, our residential lawn care services make it easy to enjoy a beautiful yard — without the hassle.
We work with businesses, HOAs, and property managers to provide reliable, professional landscape care. Our commercial services include mowing, pruning, mulch refreshes, flower rotations, seasonal cleanups, and snow removal — all tailored to keep your property looking polished year-round.
We help clients stay ahead of the seasons with services like spring and fall yard cleanups, leaf removal, snow plowing, private beach maintenance, irrigation winterization, and more.
Whether you’re preparing for summer fun or winter snow, we keep your landscape functional and looking its best.