Landscape is a landscape architecture studio founded in Portland, Oregon in 2011. We design parks, campuses, river corridors and stormwater systems across the western United States, working from survey data before sketches. Our sixteen-person team stays on site through the five years of establishment that decide whether a planting actually holds.
That order matters. Hydrology, soil and light set the limits; the drawing follows. It is a slower way to begin, and it produces ground a maintenance crew can keep, a watershed can absorb, and a city still recognises thirty years later.
1991
35+
3x
Lifetime
Enjoy working with designers who add the details that make a truly exquisite design.
Work with a single company and forget about contractor and building headaches.
Know your project is built with high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship.
Full peace of mind with a limited-lifetime warranty on hardscaping projects.
Everyone here still walks the sites they draw — through construction, and through the seasons after the fencing comes down.
Founder and ownerOver 30 years in the trade
Steve Martin is one of the founder/owners of Tussey Landscaping. He brings over 30 years of experience to the company. Steve along with his brother Dennis Martin were the force behind what Tussey has become today. Steve now operates the business and is heavily involved in the day-to-day operations along with design and sales.
Leads the crews
Matt Martin grew up around the beginnings of Tussey Landscaping. He has been involved all his life, and brings an orderly touch to the business. With an unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship, he leads the rest of the crews in the day to day hustle that comes with running a seasonal business.
Design, sales and field supervisionBSc Landscape Contracting, Penn State · ASLA · ASHS
Derek Matthews joined the team in 2004, and holds a Bachelors degree in Landscape Contracting-Design/Build from The Pennsylvania State University. He is also a member of The American Society of Landscape Architects and The American Society of Horticultural Sciences. Since 2007, Derek has been involved in the design/sales, layout, scheduling and field supervision of projects.
Design and salesBSc Landscape Design/Build, Penn State
Eric Harteis holds a Bachelor's Degree from Penn State in Landscape Design/Build. He first joined the Tussey team in 2017 working in the field on various jobsites and homes. Eric now is a part of our Design and Sales Team, where he has been helping to design and create gorgeous landscapes in and around the Central Pennsylvania area.
Swimming pool installationWith Tussey since 2006
Daniel started with us in 2006 so he is one of our longest working employees. Daniel is one of our main fiberglass swimming pool installers and generally works on our larger scale projects as well. He loves being outside and thrives on the fact that no two projects are ever the same, along with the organizational needs of being a leader. He guides his crew with a vast knowledge of all things that Tussey Landscaping encompasses, whether it be hardscape, landscape, water features, or exquisite outdoor living spaces. He thinks that making client dreams come true is just icing on the cake.
Service managerWith Tussey since 2011
Jeff is our Service Manager here at Tussey, and he has been with us since 2011. If our clients ever have an issue with their project after installation, they will usually hear from Jeff. He and his team do a superb job of finding and fixing any issues that they may encounter. We like to say that Jeff is our utility man, as he can do it all and does do it all with grace and a little joke on the side.
Jobsite crew leadWith Tussey since 2013
Reynold started with us back in 2013 and he now leads one of our jobsite crews. His clients adore him and his kind nature. As an artist and musician, Reynold enjoys the composition that each project brings together with the combination of stone, water, and landscaping. We call him our resident Philosopher because he is a fountain of knowledge about almost all subjects, especially history.
Project foremanWith Tussey since 2016
Dustin started with us in 2016 as a field laborer. He has now worked his way to being a Project Foreman. Dustin is one of our main swimming pool installers. He loves the creativity and intricate design that hardscape brings. Dustin leads his team with a quiet demeanor and often can be heard whistling while he works.
Water feature builderWith Tussey since 2018
Ben started with us in 2018 and is now one of our premiere water feature builders! He has a great eye for what will look the most stunning on each of the features and projects that he builds. Our homeowners love his personality and work ethic. Ben also hosts our YouTube channel giving our clients valuable (and usually hilarious) information and building tips about the jobs that his crew is working on.
Premiere Care maintenance technicianWith Tussey since 2019
Devin started with us in 2019 while he was a senior in high school. He is one of our Premiere Care Maintenance Technicians. Devin loves doing our pond clean outs each Spring. He enjoys the instant gratification of seeing those water features come to life once they are fresh and rejuvenated.
Premiere Care and water feature maintenanceWith Tussey since 2021
Keith is somewhat of a newcomer for us as he started his career with us in 2021. Keith oversees our Premiere Care and Water Feature maintenance. He and his crew keep our clients landscaping and ponds looking impressively pristine. He brings great joy to our team with his antics and charisma.
