About Us

Our Company

Since 1999, Land & Water Design has been working together with homeowners to develop truly unique and distinctive outdoor environments. As a Landscape Architectural design firm, our role is to work directly with you to understand your needs and expectations and turn your ideas into a comprehensive, functional plan.

We can develop a plan for your outdoor space in a way that is uniquely suited to your home and your property's natural attributes as well as your lifestyle and personality.

We are well-versed in all phases of design and build and can take a design from concept through construction drawings to project management, bringing your dream outdoor living space to life. We are associated with some of the best contractors within our service area who have a thorough understanding of design intent and expertly craft and implement our designs.


Management

Don Nesmith
Principal

A graduate of University of Georgia with a degree in landscape architecture, Don is a Licensed Landscape Architect with over 30 years of experience. His portfolio includes many award winning projects, such as McLean Central Park, and Sully Plantation Restoration - a joint venture with the Fairfax County Park Authority, and numerous upscale residential properties. Don's extensive knowledge of construction methodology, planting design, and material composition provides him with a rare insight into approaching any design challenge with maximum results.

Michael Tran
Sr. Building Designer

Michael holds a degree in Architecture from University of Kentucky, College of Design. He has over 25 years of practical work experience in building design ranging from residential to commercial projects. By combining his knowledge of construction with his design expertise, Michael has developed a distinctive style. His creative flair and natural ability to meet each client's needs are reflected in the aesthetics and functionality of his work.

Vivian Myers
Business Manager

Vivian earned a degree in Business Administration from George Mason University and manages the company finances, marketing efforts, and the day-to-day office activities. The company also benefits from her background in computers, including the implementation of new technology and network maintenance.

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We had a wonderful experience from start to finish with Land & Water Design. What intended to be a small project to improve our "curb appeal" eventually became a major re-design project that has completely changed the look and feel of our home. Our landscaping rivals any project that I have seen in any of my many Home and Design magazines and with the passing of each season, we are amazed at how the exceptional design continues to evolve and unfold. We consider our pool and our yard to be an extension of our home -- our living area has extended in a way we never could have imagined. If you are considering having any work done on your home, I would recommend Land & Water Design with no reservations. Everyone in the company was an absolute pleasure to work with -- they became like family to us!

- Hope & Carl Masters
Chevy Chase, MD
Memberships

2009 LCA Excellence in Landscape Award
Grand Award - Craftsmanship & Outdoor Living Area
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