Trusted by 500+ Denver Metro homeowners
Building design-forward landscapes since 2011
High-end Denver Metro Landscape Design and Build
Jonathan Colton designs every project before a shovel touches your yard, so the outdoor space we build is one worth gathering around and coming back to.
500+
Landscapes Completed
25+Years of Design Experience
15+ Years Serving Denver
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
500+
Landscapes Completed
25+Years of Design Experience
15+ Years Serving Denver
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
We don’t just build outdoor spaces. We design them around the life you already want to be living out there.
Meet the partners behind Land Designs by Colton
Hi, we’re Jonathan and Flavia Colton. We’ve been doing this together since 2011, and every project still bears our name in a way that matters.
Jonathan designs every project around how your family spends time outside. He holds a degree in landscape architecture from Mississippi State University, and that training shows up in every decision.
Flavia makes sure the process feels as good as the result. She’s your point of contact from the first conversation to the day we wrap up.
Our crew is entirely in-house, so the people who plan and build your landscape are always on the same page. That’s how we’ve completed 500+ landscapes across the Denver Metro and stand behind each one with a 5-year workmanship warranty.
– Paul Bary
Our services
Everything is designed by Jonathan and installed by the same in-house crew.
Landscape Design + Build
- Front yard, backyard, and full-property design
- In-house build crew, no subcontracting
- Plant palette built for the Colorado climate
- Lighting and irrigation built into the plan
Xeriscape Design
Modern, water-efficient landscaping that lifts curb appeal and holds up through every season.
- Drought-tolerant plant palettes
- Contemporary aesthetic
- Front-yard, backyard, and full-property xeriscape
- Denver Water rebate guidance
Outdoor Living Spaces
An outdoor area truly designed to fit how you gather, cook, and unwind with your loved ones.
- Paver patios, walkways, and stonework
- Hardscaping
- Outdoor kitchens, fire features, pergolas
- Authorized installer for Belgard, Unilock, Techo-Bloc
Why a landscape architecture degree changes everything
Led by a designer with a landscape architecture degree, we offer something most Denver landscape companies don't.
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Most landscaping companies in Denver
- Basic plant and layout suggestions
- Limited training in drainage, grade, and soil
- Quote the materials before drawing a plan
- Often subcontracts the build to a separate crew
- Result varies with whichever installer shows up
- Formal site analysis: sun, slope, soil, sight lines, drainage
- 2D plans and 3D architectural renderings
- Phased master plans that grow without a redesign
- An in-house crew installs the landscape architect’s plans
- Plants and hardscaping coordinated as one ecosystem
We work across the Denver Metro area
Based in Wheat Ridge, we design and build custom landscapes for homeowners across the Denver Metro area, from Arvada to Cherry Hills Village.
Explore our recent design-build projects
Read the full story from the design thinking to the timeline, total investment, and final results.
Front yard renovation in City Park, Denver
- Updated front porch with integrated planters and stairs
- Xeriscape plant materials for low water use
- Smart irrigation system
- Landscape lighting
Total project investment: $28,000
The most expensive element was the custom concrete porch at $10,000.
Backyard renovation in Platt Park, Denver
- Full demolition and site cleanup
- New modern concrete patio
- Fire pit feature
- New lawn installation
- Smart irrigation system
- Outdoor furniture
Total project investment: $25,000
The most expensive element was the gas fire feature including the gas line and burner at $7,500.
Front and Backyard Renovation in West Highland, Denver
- Natural stone retaining wall construction
- New walkway installation
- Full plant material installation
- Smart irrigation system
- New lawn installation
- Landscape lighting throughout
Total project investment: $48,000
The most expensive elements were the custom retaining walls with integrated seating and lighting at $10,000.
How we design, plan, and build your landscape
Tell us about your yard and how you want to use it. We handle everything from there.
1. Collaborate
We walk your property with you, listen to how your family uses the space, and define the vision.
2. Design
3. Build
Every project is backed by a 5-year workmanship warranty, and we come back about a month after completion to check in and fine-tune.
70+ Google reviews from Denver Metro homeowners
We let our work speak for itself, and our clients do the same.
Brandon Robbins
I had an incredible experience with Land Designs by Colton. They were on time, delivered high quality results and exceeded my expectations.
I had tons of questions and they answered them all. I plan to use them again for any future improvements.
Kristin Hood
I had a great experience with Jonathan and his crew. They did a full landscape install in the front and side of my house. It turned out perfect.
Everything was done following the quote I originally received, on time and responsive through the whole process.
Maddie Alkhas
We are so happy with our yard that Jonathan and team worked on. He was amazing to collaborate with and made our dream yard a reality.
Him and his crew were respectful, friendly and always followed through on deadlines.
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