Zamia Group | On-the-Ground Project Development
Bringing Your Costa Rican Vision to Life.
Bringing Your Costa Rican Vision to Life.
From raw land acquisition to a finished, turnkey property, we provide end-to-end project management with unparalleled local expertise and hands-on guidance for Eco lodging and tourism.
Integrated Services
Whether you're developing a retreat center, eco-hotel, private residence, or regenerative community, we follow a structured path — from concept to permits — with a strong foundation in both design and financial feasibility.
Whether you're developing a retreat center, eco-hotel, private residence, or regenerative community, we follow a structured path — from concept to permits — with a strong foundation in both design and financial feasibility.
Masterplanning, Assessment and Permitting.
Strategic Land Planning & Permitting: We navigate the complexities of local regulations and permitting to ensure your project starts on a solid legal foundation. We handle the paperwork and processes required for Eco lodging and eco tourism developments.
Strategic Land Planning & Permitting: We navigate the complexities of local regulations and permitting to ensure your project starts on a solid legal foundation. We handle the paperwork and processes required for Eco lodging and eco tourism developments.
Construction
Sustainable Design & Turnkey Construction: We specialize in modern, efficient construction, including our signature turnkey cabins made from sustainable materials. Our team manages the entire build process, delivering a ready-to-use property.
Sustainable Design & Turnkey Construction: We specialize in modern, efficient construction, including our signature turnkey cabins made from sustainable materials. Our team manages the entire build process, delivering a ready-to-use property.
Landscaping
Landscaping & Infrastructure: Our services extend beyond the building itself. We provide expert landscaping, road building, and utility infrastructure management to ensure your property is fully functional and beautiful.
Landscaping & Infrastructure: Our services extend beyond the building itself. We provide expert landscaping, road building, and utility infrastructure management to ensure your property is fully functional and beautiful.
Design & Planning
Every great landscape starts with a vision. We work with you to plan outdoor spaces that match your terrain, budget, and aesthetic — whether it’s tropical, dry garden, edible, or minimal.
- Concept layout & moodboards
- Plant selection & sourcing
- Garden zoning & usability planning
- Integration with architecture and terrain
- Optional 2D/3D visuals for proposals
Irrigation & Lighting
A good system makes your garden feel effortless. We install low-maintenance irrigation and lighting setups that keep your spaces alive and functional day and night.
Manual or automated irrigation
Rainwater harvesting integration
Outdoor accent and security lighting
Path and focal point lighting layouts
Outdoor Builds
We specialize in simple, high-impact outdoor builds that elevate any property.
Pergolas, gazebos, and “ranchos”
Raised planters and garden beds
Stone paths, stairs, borders, and patios
Outdoor kitchens, fire pits, or seating zones
Water features (low-maintenance only)
Sourcing & Planting
From wild jungle to curated calm — we source and install plants suited to your microclimate, layout, and vision.
- Native & tropical planting
- Dry gardens & cactus beds
Edible gardens & food forests
Slope stabilization with vegetation
Mulching & soil prep
Tree Trimming
Large trees are a beautiful asset — but without proper trimming, they can become a risk to structures, power lines, or people. We offer safe, efficient tree pruning services for both aesthetics and safety.
Canopy reduction and thinning
Dead branch removal
Risk trimming near structures or roads
Storm-prep pruning
Cleanup and hauling included
Hardscape & Water
Good landscaping brings structure and movement to your land. We shape the terrain to serve both beauty and function.
- Drainage design & gravel pathways
Compact retaining walls & borders
Access steps and rustic trails
Erosion control & slope shaping
Our Process
Your Vision, Our Blueprint for Success.
Discovery & Consultation: We begin by understanding your vision, goals, and budget.
Feasibility & Planning: We conduct a thorough analysis of the land and local regulations to create a detailed project plan.
Permitting & Approvals: We handle all necessary government and municipal filings to get your project approved efficiently.
Construction & Project Management: Our team manages every phase of construction, from groundwork to final touches, providing regular updates and oversight.
Turnover: We deliver a finished, fully operational property that matches your vision.
Discovery & Consultation: We begin by understanding your vision, goals, and budget.
Feasibility & Planning: We conduct a thorough analysis of the land and local regulations to create a detailed project plan.
Permitting & Approvals: We handle all necessary government and municipal filings to get your project approved efficiently.
Construction & Project Management: Our team manages every phase of construction, from groundwork to final touches, providing regular updates and oversight.
Turnover: We deliver a finished, fully operational property that matches your vision.
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Let's Discuss Your Eco Development Project.
Whether you have a specific plot of land or a general idea, our local expertise and hands-on approach can help you bring it to life.
