Project

Custom Outdoor Artificial Olive Trees for a Luxury Villa in Los Angeles

A private villa owner in Los Angeles needed artificial olive trees for two outdoor areas: the main entrance and the poolside. The project required custom dimensions and outdoor-ready materials for a residential setting.

The Brief

The client provided reference images and specific dimensions:

– 2 trees for the villa entrance: 4.7m tall, 3.4m wide
– 4 trees for the poolside: 3.2m tall, 2.4m wide

All six trees would be installed outdoors, exposed to direct sunlight and normal outdoor conditions.

Challenges

Three points shaped this project:

1. Custom dimensions — The client had very specific size requirements for each location, not standard catalog sizes.
2. Outdoor material — The trees needed UV-resistant foliage suitable for outdoor use, understanding that any outdoor material will naturally age over time under sunlight.
3. Installation stability — The client wanted the trees to stand securely in their outdoor positions.

Our Solution

Custom manufacturing: Our team worked with the factory to match the client’s reference images and exact dimensions. Each tree was hand-built to spec, with attention to trunk texture, branch structure, and foliage density.

UV-resistant materials: We used UV-stabilized foliage to help slow down fading under direct sunlight. The olive leaf color was matched to the client’s reference for a natural Mediterranean look. As with any outdoor product, some color change over time is normal.

Installation reinforcement: For outdoor use, we recommended anchoring the base to a concrete foundation reinforced with steel rebar. For the tree assembly, we added screws at each connection point—an extra step compared to indoor trees, where branches simply slot into place. This makes the tree more stable in its outdoor position.

Shipping and delivery: The trees were shipped by sea and delivered by truck to the client’s villa. Because of the large size and weight of each tree, the client arranged a forklift and crew for unloading.

The Result

The client was satisfied with the six trees and later ordered four additional UV-resistant cypress trees for installation along the villa’s exterior wall.

Key Takeaways for Similar Projects

– Custom sizing is possible—just provide reference images and exact dimensions
– Outdoor trees need UV-resistant foliage to help slow fading
– For outdoor installation, anchor the base to a concrete foundation
– Reinforce connection points with screws for added stability

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