Business Details
Innovative Landscape Architecture in Denver, CO
We are an accomplished landscape architecture firm dedicated to creating inspirational outdoor environments throughout the Rocky Mountain West. Our diverse portfolio includes campus quadrangles, school playgrounds, healing gardens, streetscapes, public plazas, pocket parks, and roof gardens. With a focus on sustainability, we have contributed to over 20 LEED registered projects, 14 of which achieved certification. Our approach emphasizes early and continuous innovation, ensuring optimal outcomes through collaborative dialogue with stakeholders. Our teams deep expertise in site materialsboth plants and hardscapedelivers designs that balance beauty with durability. We serve a broad range of clients, transforming their visions into spaces that enrich communities and enhance the environment.Our geographic expertise spans the Rocky Mountains and plains climates, informed by decades of local experience. We prioritize quality interaction between team members and stakeholders, believing that collaboration results in superior final products. Our principals bring over 20 years of combined leadership in landscape architecture, with notable projects for institutions like the University of Denver and Colorado School of Mines. We remain committed to designing spaces that inspire engagement, foster learning, and elevate environmental stewardship.
Services
Campus Landscaping
Healing Gardens
Green Roof Design
Public Plazas
Pocket Parks
School Playgrounds
Streetscape Design
Highlights and features
- Over 20 LEED registered projects with 14 certified
- Collaborative design approach ensuring stakeholder input
- Deep expertise in native plants and durable hardscape materials
- Proven track record with educational and public institutions
- Geographic specialization in Rocky Mountain climate challenges
Services
Green Roof Design
We specialize in creating sustainable green roofs that reduce urban heat islands and manage stormwater. Our designs integrate native plants with lightweight growing systems for long-term durability. Clients benefit from energy savings and LEED certification support through our expertise in Front Range climate conditions.
Healing Gardens
Our healing gardens promote mental and physical wellness through carefully planned sensory elements. We incorporate accessible pathways, calming water features, and textured plantings to create restorative environments. These spaces serve hospitals, schools, and community centers with evidence-based design principles that enhance user well-being.
Campus Landscaping
We transform educational campuses into functional outdoor learning environments. Our approach balances aesthetics with practical needs, creating gathering spaces that reinforce institutional identity. Projects include quadrangles, play areas, and sustainable stormwater solutions tailored to K-12 and university settings.
Public Plazas
We design vibrant public plazas that activate cityscapes through flexible seating, artistic elements, and climate-appropriate vegetation. Our plazas incorporate multi-use areas for events while maintaining year-round usability. Each design responds to local culture and pedestrian traffic patterns for maximum community engagement.
Pocket Parks
Our pocket parks maximize limited urban spaces through creative vertical elements and multifunctional design. We incorporate play structures, native plantings, and seating areas within compact footprints. These parks address neighborhood needs for green space while improving local biodiversity and property values.
People
Anne DesJardins
Principal, PLA, LEED BD+C
Anne has led landscape architecture projects across the American West for 15+ years. At Lime Green Design since 2012, she specializes in translating cultural history into functional outdoor spaces. She holds degrees from Middlebury College and Cornell University.
Mathew Evans
Principal, PLA, LEED AP
Mathew brings 20 years of Colorado-focused landscape expertise, emphasizing xeriscaping and green infrastructure. As a CU Denver adjunct faculty member, he taught plant integration techniques. He graduated from Bath University and Cornell University's MLA program.
Questions
What types of landscape projects do you specialize in?
We focus on educational campuses, healing gardens, green roofs, public plazas, and urban pocket parks throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
Can you handle LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team has completed 14 LEED-certified projects with expertise in sustainable stormwater management and energy-efficient site design.
Do you work outside the Denver metro area?
We serve the entire Rocky Mountain West, including Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming, with climate-specific design solutions.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We use collaborative workshops and digital visualization tools to ensure client visions shape every design decision from concept to completion.
What makes your firm different from other landscapers?
Our principals maintain active design involvement in every project, combining 35+ years of regional experience with academic expertise in sustainable practices.
