Finding the Top 13 Landscape Architects in the Denver Area

by Jake Hill, LawnStarter Research Analyst
July 18, 2017

Editor's Note: All images are copyrighted to their respected owners. LawnStarter does not own these images, but is featuring them on the owner's behalf.

Finding a top-notch landscape architect or designer is certainly no easy feat. LawnStarter’s research team scoured the internet in search of the Top 13 Landscape Architects in the Denver Area. Once we managed to compile a comprehensive list, we researched the services, pricing, company history, and unique selling propositions of the most highly recommended. Next, we judged the aesthetics of each company's featured projects in their portfolio. Finally, we checked references and asked ourselves if indeed these were people we’d want to do business with. If the answer was yes, they appear in the listing that follows.

So without further ado, in no particular order, allow us to introduce the best landscape architects and designers in the Denver metro. We're confident that everyone featured on this list can turn your yard into a beautiful, private oasis.

Mile High Landscaping

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Why we’re fans: Will Hyde, owner of Mile High Landscaping, has been an artist all of his life. His art plus his technical skills plus his attention to a client’s wishes is a formula that results in extraordinary landscapes. Will, his designers and project managers are not satisfied with what’s been done. They continually explore cutting-edge ideas and techniques to create landscapes that stun visually and refresh emotionally. The Mile High crews are as invested in the installation and approach each project as though it were their own.

To relax, Will satisfies his artistic and technical interests and talents by sculpting metal with a welding machine. Should a client want an original work of art in the landscape, Will can take care of that also.

>>See more of Mile High Landscaping's work...

Landscape Connection

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Why we’re fans: Joe Low founded Landscape Connection more than 30 years ago, after graduating from Colorado State University with a degree in Landscape Horticulture. Joe and his team tailor every landscape to the client’s wishes, the style of the home and the natural environment. The beauty of their projects is undeniable; the surprise is in their practicality. Joe and crew look for ways to place trees to lower utility bills, use mulch that retains water and prevents weeds, and install drought-resistant grass and plants that thrive in a particular soil. Hardscapes are elegant and durable and constructed to withstand Colorado’s freeze-thaw cycles.

Landscaping may be seen as a science by some, but at Landscape Connection, a piece of land is a giant canvas to be filled with color, light, lines and shapes, the same as any other work of art.

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Designs by Sundown

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Why we’re fans: Like so many successful ventures, Design by Sundown began life in the family garage. Denver native Michael Hommel started out in 1985 with a few employees and a determination to provide clients with the highest quality materials, craftsmanship and customer service. Design soon became a much sought-after landscape architecture, construction and maintenance firm. Michael and his team of expert and enthusiastic designers and craftsmen create small and large wonders, from urban rooftop gardens to multi-acre estates. They enjoyed participating in the HGTV reality show, “Landscapers’ Challenge” and enjoyed winning even more!

Michael and his staff give back to the community through their Environmental and Community Outreach Committee. They provide resources, time, labor and materials to community organizations and help private citizens who are unable to maintain their landscapes.

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Bloom Concrete & Landscape

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Why we’re fans: Colorado Concrete Specialist merged with Yve’s Garden Landscapes and Bloom Concrete & Landscape was established as a full-service landscape design/build company. Lauren Bloom is a masterful landscape designer who has been creating full-scale landscapes and gardens throughout the Denver area for more than 16 years. Micah Bloom, with more than 18 years of experience, is a skilled concrete contractor, as well a master of all trades—whatever is needed to provide clients with unique, durable and aesthetically pleasing hardscape features, from pergolas to seating walls to fire pits.

Lauren’s and Micah’s open communication, their respect of the client’s budget and the flawless project management inspire trust and result in long-lasting relationships with clients.

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Art of the Land

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Why we’re fans: Nancy Eastman was an interior designer for many years, until her love of nature melded with her artistic gifts, knowledge of design principles and craftsmanship and led her outdoors and to certification as a Colorado Landscape Architect. Nancy and her very accomplished associates combine art with nature by providing imaginative designs and exceptional craftsmanship for residential and commercial clients.

They welcome the challenge that only Colorado’s weather can present and balance conservation and sustainability initiatives with creating an outdoor space that is visually appealing, welcoming and functional.

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Fredell Enterprises, Inc.

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Why we’re fans: Co-owners Paul Fredell and David Smith have deep roots in Colorado and are experts in designing and constructing landscapes that work best in the local soil and climate. For more than 30 years, Fredell Enterprises has provided quality work and exceptional customer service to clients along the southern Front Range.

The company has won numerous awards and appreciate every one of them, but Paul, Dave and their dedicated staff work hard every day for the satisfaction of solving an unusual problem, watching as a landscape reaches its utmost potential and creating a unique and inviting landscape for the best reward of all—the delight on their clients’ face.

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Designscapes Colorado Inc.

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Why we’re fans: Designscapes Colorado is a premier design, construction and maintenance firm with Paul Steinhauer at the helm. The company uses high quality nursery stock and materials and ensures superior workmanship to create outstanding landscapes and outdoor living spaces at competitive prices. Paul and his team have the broad backgrounds and diverse experience needed to address any challenges that arise while designing and realizing a design that enhances a home or work environment.

Designscapes has a 14,000-square-foot facility in Centennial where clients and potential clients can see examples of design applications and browse the nursery stock.

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Ivy Street Design

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Why we’re fans: Wendy Booth, founder, graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Landscape Architecture and is a licensed Colorado Landscape Architect. Wendy and her valued Ivy Street associates have built up quite a portfolio that includes botanical gardens, hotels, streetscapes, urban plazas and elaborate residential landscapes. Wendy has an impressive network of collaborators, e.g., architects, engineers, scientists and contractors, who partner with her in producing landscapes and hardscapes that raise the bar in the local industry.

Ivy Street Design has a profound understanding of the importance of being good stewards of the environment, keeps up with the latest research and considers the long-term maintenance requirements of its installations.

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Elevate by Design

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Why we’re fans: Elevate by Design, co-owned by Paula Wrona and Chris Turner, specializes in creating exquisite landscapes in urban residences with high-level, innovative designs and superb project management. Chris specializes in outdoor rooms and planting pallets for high-end residences, Paul in comfortable outdoor spaces that bring family and friends together and rooftop gardens. Together, their designs transcend any constraints imposed by the size of the landscape or the condition of it or the client’s budget.

Paul and Chris understand the importance of being accessible and responsive as clients’ concerns arise. A landscape is a large investment, and they pride themselves on making the installation as painless as possible for clients by hiring and overseeing the contractors.

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Columbine Design

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Why we’re fans: Scott and Annie Huston are the owners of both Columbine Design and Birdsall & Co., a nationally known home and garden shop. Columbine Design is a firm with 30 years experience in designing, installing and maintaining landscapes. Professional and well-rounded landscape architects design an outdoor space that reflects the client’s preferences and lifestyle and incorporates the finest technology, horticulture and artistry.

Columbine can brighten up those dreary cool months with beds, containers or window boxes bursting with colorful pansies. For the holidays, there are fresh and artificial greens. Like holiday lights? Don’t like heights or the mess of cords? Columbine can take care of that also.

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Phase One Landscapes

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Why we’re fans: Dave Graham and Dennis Frank established Phase One Landscapes in 1988 and have built an outstanding reputation among their clients and within the industry. Their work has won numerous awards and been featured on ASLA Garden Tours and in national magazines. Phase One, as a design/build firm, is equally skilled and talented in both phases of landscaping. Designers and craftsmen work together to produce imaginative and meticulous outdoor spaces that are distinctive, personalized to the client and adapted to the particular natural environment.

Commercial projects are afforded the same superior design principles and standards as residential projects. The focus, however, is on small scale design, such as an intimate public space or the entrance of a development.

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R DESIGN Landscape Architecture

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Why we’re fans: R DESIGN Landscape Architecture was founded in 2003 by Ransom Beegles and Ryan Manning, both graduates of Colorado State University with degrees in Landscape Architecture. In addition to landscape architecture, the firm specializes in urban design and land planning. Projects range from small courtyards to community master plans with emphasis on developing resourceful solutions to unusual problems and restoring and preserving indigenous ecosystems.

The wide range of services that R DESIGN offers includes Equestrian and Agricultural Planning, Wetland Mitigation Plans, Parks and Playground Design and Rooftop Garden Design.

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Lifescape Colorado

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Why we’re fans: Michael Hupf has assembled an impressive staff of landscape professionals for a cooperative effort by client, designer, architect and builder in creating a beautiful and enduring landscape. Lifescape is a full-service design, construction and maintenance firm that has been a pioneer in Colorado landscaping for more than 40 years. It is also an industry leader in creating and maintaining sustainable landscapes.

Lifescape’s maintenance team gives landscapes the tender loving care they need to thrive, as well as provides seasonal color with flower beds and container gardens, including fall annuals and bulbs and holiday/winter arrangements. Maintenance packages are customer-tailored to the client’s needs.

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That's it for our picks! If you have any additional questions, please visit our Denver lawn care page.

Those featured may display our Top Landscape Architects badge on their sites. We emailed everyone that we featured, but if we missed you, we want to hear from you. Get in contact with us.

Editor's Note: Thank you to all the members of the landscape architects and designers community. We appreciate the hard work that you do. If you have any feedback for us, we’d love to hear from you.

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