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.
ANTHONY
18 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.
CONNOR
15 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.
JEN
10 Years Experience
High energy and always on the go, Jen is a “get it done” type of person. She has a passion for perfection and very high standards of quality. After her crews leave your property, everything will be just right and she’ll check with you to make sure you’re totally satisfied. In her free time, Jen enjoys running, cooking gourmet meals and vacuuming the house!
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.
EDMILSON
17Years Experience
Eddy is quiet but always focused. Mild mannered and easy going, he’s reliable and dedicated. Eddy’s favorite landscape activities are building walls and planting. He can be seen riding around on his slick red Italian scooter. His off time enjoyments are going to the beach and listening to music. Eddy is a long time LDA employee and a fixture of our company.
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!
CHRIS E.
15 Years Experience
With over 15 years of experience in landscape construction and account management, Chris’s journey began as a laborer for a design-build hardscape company. Through hard work and passion, he advanced to leading client meetings, designing projects, estimating, and overseeing installations. Chris loves transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, functional areas and enjoys collaborating with clients to bring their vision to life. When he’s not working, Chris spends time golfing, working in his yard, and making memories with his wife, two kids, and friends.
DAN
3 Years Experience
With a background in accounting and over a decade in real estate development, Dan has always been passionate about landscaping and serving the local communities where he grew up. In his free time, Dan enjoys spending summer days with family and friends, playing yard games, and staying active with soccer, golf, and tennis. His favorite part of landscaping is seeing how outdoor spaces evolve over time, making a lasting impact on properties and the families who enjoy them.
STEVE
10 Years Experience
Steve began his career designing and managing residential landscape projects in Western Massachusetts where he also attended UMASS Amherst and graduated with a degree in Landscape Architecture. His move to the Boston area has given him the opportunity to continue crafting memorable landscapes and building client relationships in new communities. When he is not designing your backyard oasis, Steve enjoys gardening, yoga, and cheering on the Boston sports teams.
CHRIS C.
31 Years Experience
His love for plants and landscape maintenance have motivated Chris to succeed in a long career in the landscaping industry. His ability to connect with people and communicate in an effective, yet lighthearted manner are his hallmark. Chris spends his free time going to the gym, keeping in shape and enjoying relaxing weekends on the Cape. His ability to guide and motivate others on the LDA Maintenance team makes our company an efficient and fun place to work.
MELVIN
10 Years Experience
Melvin is always smiling and a pleasure to be around. He takes pride in his craftsmanship and is ever eager to learn new landscape skills. Melvin will not leave your yard until the project is totally perfect. In the landscape trade, his favorite thing is building walls. He is a longtime musician and plays the trumpet. Also, Melvin is a top athlete, reigning champion of the LDA Limbo competition and a super-talented soccer player.
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.
KEVIN F.
25 Years Experience
Kevin began his career working alongside his father-in-law, installing walkways, patios, stone walls, and landscape designs. He quickly discovered a passion for creating unique outdoor spaces, especially the design process. That passion led Kevin to start his own landscape design company, where he enjoys working with a variety of plants—trees, shrubs, and perennials—to bring outdoor visions to life. In his free time, Kevin loves gardening, fishing, and spending time in nature.
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.
REBECCA
14 Years Experience
Rebecca pursued her passion for the outdoors and landscape design at URI where she studied Landscape Architecture. After graduating, she began work as a freelance designer. Rebecca has developed a vast set of skills from horticultural knowledge to construction best practices. Rebecca has a passion for artistic design and is always looking for inspiration in cutting-edge trends. Outside of the office, you can find her coaching gymnastics at the local gym or relaxing with family at her lake house in Maine. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys fishing, playing chess, and reading.
ANTONIO
13 Years Experience
Antonio started this profession by pursuing a degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island. Before joining LDA, Antonio worked in design-build and was also a freelance landscape designer for residential design projects in the East Bay of Rhode Island as well as some parts of Massachusetts. In his free time, Antonio is an avid soccer fan and travels far and wide to catch any match he can. Besides sports, Antonio enjoys listening to music and spending time with his dog Jeffery.
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.
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).
NICK
8 Years Experience
Nick’s passion for landscaping began in high school while working with his uncle. He pursued that passion by earning a degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island. In his free time, Nick enjoys photography—both with his camera and drone—and loves hiking and exploring local beaches. His favorite part of landscaping is seeing the complete transformation of a backyard or property from start to finish.
TODD
31 Years Experience
At 18 years old Todd began working with a small landscape maintenance company. He spent two years there until deciding to join a landscape construction company. Todd received a degree in Landscape Contracting from The Stockbridge School of Agriculture. In his free time Todd enjoys watching football, playing golf, working outside in the yard and spending time with his 3 girls Maddy, Katie and Macy. Todd enjoys the various challenges that each project presents from start to finish, a happy customer and working alongside great people.
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.