We design landscapes that get
people back into nature.
We are subscribers and practitioners of the Come Alive Outside Movement, which inspires and creates the awareness, intention and opportunity for people to live healthier lives outside.
Our company is built on the philosophy that people need to spend less time on their devices and more time doing things outside together. We work with you to create outdoor spaces that connect your family to nature in a meaningful way. Want your kids to get outside to kick a ball around, or have an area perfect for their swing? Great, we’ll build it for you. Think they need a tree-house? We got it. Outdoor dining space for your relatives (and dogs) to have summer dinners together? Not a problem.
We involve your family at every stage of our process so that you get a tailor-made landscape that becomes the heart of your home. We also love teaching kids all about sustainability and we’ll happily show them how to take care of the plants and shrubs that we plant in your yard.
Outdoor play offers a multitude of benefits for children, fostering holistic development and well-being. Firstly, it encourages physical activity, aiding in the development of motor skills, coordination, and overall physical health. Engaging with the natural environment stimulates the senses, promoting curiosity and creativity. Moreover, outdoor play provides opportunities for social interaction and teamwork, teaching children vital communication and cooperation skills. Exposure to nature also has profound psychological benefits, reducing stress, enhancing mood, and fostering a sense of wonder and appreciation for the world around them. Ultimately, outdoor play nurtures both physical and mental health, while instilling a lifelong love for the outdoors and a sense of environmental stewardship.
Waban Common Community Project, Newton, MA
Land Design Associates had the honor of coordinating with the Waban Area Council to create the Waban Common as part of Newton, MA’s “Adopt a Space” program. Our team worked alongside the Newton community to transform two defunct traffic islands into a beautiful green space now enjoyed by all. The lush park is now perfect for anything from a family picnic to throwing the frisbee around with friends.
Check out how this project came about and how it exemplifies our commitment to Come Alive Outside.
“My love for landscape design was sparked growing up when I would help my dad with his colorful flower gardens, unique shrubs, trees and his lawn, which he took immense pride in. While traveling in Europe and Japan, I became fascinated with how trees, plants, masonry, water and space could be combined to make unique, special places with their own “personalities” that impacted people deeply and made them feel great.
I learned the landscape construction trade from an old Italian stone mason, Ricardo. I took courses in landscape design, plant identification and site engineering at Radcliffe University— where all my designs were hand-drawn and hand-colored. As I installed more and more gardens, more and more people asked me to help design their yards. So I expanded the company, hiring hard-working, nice people who I could tell had the same innate drive to create things as I do. I’m so proud of the team we have, the work we do and the increased quality of life we’ve been able to bring to both our clients’ and our employees’ families.”
Jim is a Mass. Certified Landscape Professional and a member of the National Association of Landscape Professionals.
James Egan, MCLP – Founder of Land
Design Associates, Avid Cyclist,
Proud Dad of 3.
Good people working for good people
Meet our team of experienced craftsmen, who love spending time
outside with their families just as much as you do.
JIM
30+ Years Experience
Jim has personally built everything he designs himself and knows how to do things the right way. He has a love for plants and design. Jim has an easy-going, yet determined personality that is reflected in the company. He loves the outdoors and spends his free time cycling and reading. He has three children. Jim studied at the University of Massachusetts and Radcliffe.
STEVE
10 Years Experience
Steve began his career designing residential landscapes in Western Massachusetts, where he earned his degree in Landscape Architecture from UMASS Amherst. His move to Boston has let him keep crafting memorable landscapes and client relationships in new communities. Outside of work, Steve enjoys gardening, yoga, and cheering on Boston sports teams.
ZACH
3 Years Experience
Zach combines his passion for environmental and botanical sciences with his artistic interests to create unique landscape designs. Originally from Maine, he moved to Massachusetts after college to pursue his love for landscaping. In his free time, Zach enjoys bouldering, hiking, and kayaking. He takes pride in bringing his clients’ visions to life, especially through carefully selected plants that fit a specific theme.
TODD
31 Years Experience
Todd started in landscape maintenance at 18 and moved into landscape construction, later earning a degree in Landscape Contracting from The Stockbridge School of Agriculture. He thrives on project variety and takes pride in a satisfied customer and a strong team. Outside of work, he’s often on the football field, golf course, or in his own yard — and spending time with his three girls, Maddy, Katie, and Macy.
KEVIN F.
25 Years Experience
Kevin began his career installing walkways, patios, stone walls, and landscape designs alongside his father-in-law, which sparked a passion for design that led him to start his own landscape design company. In his free time, he enjoys gardening, fishing, and time in nature
OSCAR
20 Years Experience
With a soft-spoken personality, Oscar systematically moves through complicated projects with skill and care like a hot knife through butter. He is a master at stonework and can create anything with excavator and Bobcat machines. Oscar spends his free time with his family and two children. He loves fishing in both salt and freshwater. Oscar is also active in his church.
LUCIO
12 Years Experience
Lucio is known for his reliability and attention to detail. He enjoys building patios, walls, and installing fences. In his free time, Lucio loves playing soccer, listening to music, and firing up the grill for his signature Salvadoran BBQ—especially at company gatherings. He also enjoys working alongside his son Christian, who is learning the trade as part of the LDA team.
MARGARITA
4 Years Experience
Margarita has a high attention to detail that really shows through on all the projects she does. When she is done with a project, it really looks spectacular. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two young children. She is also awesome at cooking and everyone loves her homemade dishes at our company cookouts!
JORGE
13 Years Experience
Known for his fast pace and high quality, Jorge cares deeply about what he does and follows through on every detail of his work as if your yard was his yard. He truly loves taking care of people’s properties and always does things right. Jorge spends his free time with his family, fishing, watching soccer and being with his three children (One of which works at LDA).
ANTHONY
17 Years Experience
Anthony started out installing projects right out of college and has worked his way up to a senior position in the company through hard work and his skill in dealing with clients. In his free time, Anthony spends as much family time as possible with his young family—his two young boys already love machines and dump trucks! Anthony graduated from the University of Massachusetts Stockbridge with a degree in Landscape Construction.
REBECCA
14 Years Experience
Rebecca studied Landscape Architecture at URI, later working as a freelance designer before developing a broad skill set spanning horticulture and construction. She has a passion for artistic design and stays inspired by cutting-edge trends. Outside the office, Rebecca coaches gymnastics, enjoys time at her family’s lake house in Maine, and likes fishing, chess, and reading.
AMY
8 Years Experience
Amy is a talented container specialist with superb customer account management skills, always greeting clients with a smile and keeping their satisfaction top of mind. She loves plants, especially flowers, and her container work is a creative outlet for exploring color and texture. Amy studied environmental science and biology at the University of Maryland. In her off-time, she enjoys playing an instrument and camping.
CHRIS C.
31 Years Experience
With 31 years in the landscaping industry, Chris leads the LDA Maintenance team with a sharp eye for plant care and a lighthearted, effective communication style that keeps the crew motivated. His deep experience means there’s rarely a plant health or maintenance issue he hasn’t already handled. Outside of work, he stays active at the gym and unwinds on weekends at the Cape.
CHRIS E.
15 Years Experience
With over 15 years in landscape construction, Chris started as a laborer for a design-build hardscape company and rose to leading client meetings, design, estimating, and installation oversight. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, yard work, and time with his wife, two kids, and friends.
ERVIN
11 Years Experience
MELVIN
10 Years Experience
Melvin is always smiling and a pleasure to be around, taking pride in his craftsmanship and staying eager to learn new skills. He won’t leave your yard until the project is perfect, and his favorite thing to build is a good wall. Outside of work, he plays trumpet, dominates the soccer field, and reigns as LDA’s undisputed limbo champion.
HECTOR
14 Years Experience
Always ready with a joke, Hector adds fun to any situation. He’s highly skilled in masonry and builds beautiful grill islands and walls. With his masonry skills, also comes detailed precision in planting and irrigation making Hector a very well rounded landscape professional. He has two young children and spends his free time playing and watching soccer.
KENYA
4 Years Experience
Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Kenya Sanchez earned her bachelor’s in Landscape Architecture from Penn State University. With over three years of experience, she specializes in planting design and has worked across all phases of the design process, from concepts to development. Kenya enjoys hiking, exploring Boston, and is passionate about how landscapes can transform spaces into places where memories are made.
CONNOR
19 Years Experience
Connor has personally installed all the work and started as a laborer with Land Design Associates during college, working his way up to senior manager at LDA. He spends a lot of time outside during his free time and loves running, and golfing. Connor graduated with a degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island.
JASON
20 Years Experience
Jason’s passion for landscaping began early, working in the yard with his mother, a Master Gardener. He started at a high-end design-build firm before opening his own design business in 2011, which he sold in 2022. With a fine art background, Jason is driven by turning creative visions into timeless landscapes. Outside of work, he enjoys time with his wife and two children.
MATT
10 Years Experience
Matt has been with the company for four years. His plant knowledge is vast and his expert pruning skills make him a standout to clients. Matt is a father of two small children and when he’s not at work you can find him doing all the Dad-things. For him, those things come largely with plant themes – forging for mushrooms or home gardening projects.
KEVIN K.
10 Years Experience
Kevin is a dedicated fertilization specialist who tailors treatment plans to each property’s unique soil and nutrition needs, delivering healthy, green lawns season after season. Known for his attention to detail and reliability, he keeps customer satisfaction top of mind. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time outdoors with family and friends.
PATRICK
10 Years Experience
Patrick brings enthusiasm and a strong work ethic to the LDA team, taking pride in doing the job right alongside his crew. Outside of work, he enjoys collecting records and restoring cars, tearing them down piece by piece and building them back up.
JOE
15 Years Experience
Joe keeps properties running smoothly, pairing sharp attention to detail with a hands-on approach on every project he oversees. He’s known for clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and making sure clients feel confident their properties are always in good hands. That consistency has made him a trusted point of contact for the clients he serves.
BANNOS
25 Years Experience
Highly motivated and driven, Bannos seems to never run out of energy. He’s one of LDA’s most experienced foremen and generously trains younger employees up to his level of talent. He has three daughters and enjoys spending time with his family, working on his house renovations, traveling and spending the cold New England winters in sunny Brazil!
GUILLERMO
8 Years Experience
Guillermo is the epitome of the saying “Heart of Gold,” He’s one of the most loyal, caring and conscientious LDA employees ever. He enjoys building patios and walls and also is passing on his skills to his son Yonathan, who is also an LDA employee. If human cloning were possible, we would have at least 10 more Guillermos!!! He spends his free time going to church, listening to music and cooking up tasty BBQ on the grill.
BELLA
12 Years Experience
Bella specializes in checking clients’ properties for rabbits. She spends her free time chasing rabbits, dreaming about chasing rabbits and trail running alongside mountain bikes. Born on a farm in western Massachusetts, she is a mix of chocolate lab, beagle and Australian cattle dog. Bella graduated from Tailblazers University with a PhD in tail-wagging.
Our projects have been featured on
Massachusetts Certified Landscape Professional (MCLP) #1-350 | OSHA Safety Certified | International Concrete
Paver Institute Certified | Registered Nightscaping Designer/Installer | National Segmented Retaining Walls
Association Certified | Associated Landscape Contractors of Massachusetts Member
We are fully insured.