Our custom approach to landscape design begins with understanding our clients’ lifestyle goals. Rather than providing cookie-cutter options, we bring 25+ years of creative design solutions to the table, envisioning each project as an organic extension of your home.
At the same time, we view outdoor living as a meaningful investment in both quality of life and the value of your property. So when it comes to implementing a budget, we closely consult with each client to maximize returns—both financially and experientially.
This perspective influences our selection of trusted subcontractors and materials, ensuring that we provide lasting value in each design collaboration. As experts in landscaping for the Colorado climate, we consider questions of sustainability, maintenance and overall longevity, educating our clients on the ongoing impacts of their preferred design choices.
This design-forward, value-oriented and climate-specific approach forms the bedrock of our transparent, collaborative client relationships. With a consistent manager assigned to each project throughout the design-build process, you can feel confident in our ability to build the backyard of your dreams.
OUR PROCESS
Phase One: Dream
We begin each project with a discussion of your property’s unique attributes and constraints, as well as your timeline, budget and broader lifestyle goals. Beginning with an on-site walk-through, this phase uncovers the essentials—from aesthetic preferences and privacy needs to climate and long-term maintenance considerations.
Phase Two: Design
This master planning phase defines the layout of your outdoor space, including a detailed materials and planting palette, lighting and irrigation plans. Our team will also consider any phased planting needs, drainage concerns or major structural changes, taking into account any HOA / neighborhood regulations and permitting requirements.
Phase Three: Build
Helmed by a dedicated project manager, each aspect of the project build will be executed by trusted specialists in their trades—with respect for your home and property being our first priority. If delays, unforeseen conditions or scope changes arise, they will be address transparently and promptly.
Phase Four: Maintain
As part of our thorough hand-off to property owners, we provide a detailed annual maintenance plan to ensure the long-term integrity of your investment. From seasonal irrigation plans to recommended touchpoints for preserving your investment, we also offer ongoing maintenance services to ensure the seamless enjoyment of your space.
A Family-Led Studio
As parents and small business owners, our time outdoors is precious. From trails and parks to our own backyard, these are the places where so many of our Colorado memories have been made—and the spaces where we feel most connected to our son, Theo.
In turn, we have a deep personal connection with our roles as the owners and leaders of Waymark Outdoor Design. We understand that reimagining a property’s landscaping doesn’t just transform the aesthetics—it can meaningfully impact relationships with family members and the way we enjoy time at home.
With that intention, we’ve assembled a team of talented project managers, landscape architects, designers and contractors who share this same vision and set of values. Our success as a business is largely due to their partnership and to their shared investment in enhancing the lifestyle of every Waymark client.
Meet Our Leadership Team
As a former collegiate athlete and financial advisor, Zach brings a collaborative, disciplined and strategic approach to Waymark Outdoor Design. In particular, his 15+ years as an advisor required the navigation of high-stakes and often complex decision-making, weighing clients’ values and priorities alongside the broader goal of financial returns. This experience informs our understanding of landscape design as a meaningful investment—both in each client’s lifestyle goals and in the future monetary value of their home.
Principal & Managing Director
Zachary Horner
Raised in a multi-generational family of entrepreneurs, Stephanie has always been drawn to the people side of business, gaining expertise in organizational leadership. Working for both corporations and nonprofits, her experience recruiting applicants and assembling teams helped her to establish a deep understanding of company culture. At Waymark, this skillset has established a sense of shared vision within our in-house team and with our talented project partners, in addition to prioritizing the quality of our client relationships.
Principal & Brand Director
Stephanie Horner
A landscape architect with more than 15 years of experience in the field, Andrew approaches each project with the mind of a composer—layering and balancing various design elements to create a harmonious whole. Having spent the vast majority of his career in Colorado, his technical understanding of the local landscape is of particular value to our firm, as is his deep connection to nature and creativity. Working closely with each client, Andrew excels at transforming residential properties into spaces for gathering, relaxation and everyday enjoyment.
VP, Design & Client Strategy
Andrew D’Alleinne
With 20+ years of construction and landscape experience, Rafael began his career in Southern California, working on luxury residential properties from Dana Point to Pacific Palisades. His work for high-profile clients often involved the holistic transformation of outdoor environments — from complex structural renovations to advanced drainage systems. Having spent the latter half of his career in Colorado, Rafael has become a leader in the field, known for his ability to execute highly detailed design plans while respecting the surrounding environment.
VP, Construction Operations
Rafael Molina
Alex Jolly
VP, Project Management
Pairing hands-on craftsmanship with professional project leadership, Alex brings more than 15 years of experience to Waymark Outdoor Design. His background in custom homebuilding—including tile, cabinetry and finish carpentry—informs the precision and quality of our work, as he strives to balance aesthetic considerations with practical realities. From material selection to long-term maintenance, Alex helps guide the finer points of our design plans, while his attention to detail further ensures consistent standards across all project partners.
