--- title: "Legacy Landscape Design, LLC — Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/legacy-landscape-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~1736613604 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1736613604.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Legacy Landscape Design, LLC" category: ["Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7a63010100c0de3c_1057-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "4278 Lakeview St., Acworth, Georgia 30101, United States" latitude: 34.0756 longitude: -84.6477 phone: "(770) 427-2026" website: http://legacylandscapes.com rating: 4.6 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 8 followers: 187 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # Legacy Landscape Design, LLC Original Houzz profile: [Legacy Landscape Design, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/legacy-landscape-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~1736613604) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers - **Location:** Acworth, GA - **Serves:** Atlanta, Roswell, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, Marietta, Smyrna, Dunwoody, Milton, Woodstock, Kennesaw, Cartersville, Acworth, Powder Springs, Dallas, Vinings, Austell, Emerson - **Houzz rating:** 4.6 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2017–2024), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - 25 years in business Legacy Landscape Design was founded in 1994 by Mark D. Schisler. Mark is a native Atlantan, and has a degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia. Our team of experts is dedicated to your complete satisfaction, from the first phone call or email, to the final walk-through. We have a spotless record on the BBB Atlanta website to prove it! Legacy Landscape Design serves Cobb County, North Fulton, North DeKalb, and parts of Cherokee, Paulding and Bartow counties. We can also make arrangements to design and install work outside of our typical service area. Contact us for more information. We have received national recognition from HGTV, Southern Living Magazine and the Southeastern Flower Show for Residential Landscape Design & ECO Friendly Solutions. We can do small clean ups, to complete outdoor projects, including Pools, Decks, Walls, Drainage, Patios, Fireplaces and Firepits to Landscaping of all types and styles. Call or email us today! ### Services Provided - Landscape Design - Garden Design - Hardscaping - Landscape Plans - Patio Design - Drought Tolerant Landscaping - Pool Landscaping - Custom Water Features - Swimming Pool Design - Outdoor Lighting Design - Deck Design - 3D Rendering - Pond Construction - Organic Gardens - Edible Gardens - Custom Bocce Ball Courts - Living Walls - Deck Construction - Eco Friendly Design - Fire Pits - Landscape Installation - Masonry - Outdoor Kitchens - Patio Installation - Pergolas - Pools & Spas - Sustainable Design ### Areas Served - Atlanta - Roswell - Johns Creek - Alpharetta - Marietta - Smyrna - Dunwoody - Milton - Woodstock - Kennesaw - Cartersville - Acworth - Powder Springs - Dallas - Vinings - Austell - Emerson ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 300,000 We require a design fee of $500, which can be credited towards the installation. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Legacy Landscape Design, LLC | | Address | 4278 Lakeview St., Acworth, Georgia 30101, United States | | Phone | (770) 427-2026 | | Website | http://legacylandscapes.com | | Followers on Houzz | 187 | **Social profiles:** - Blog — www.legacylandscapes.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Legacy Landscape Design, LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/legacy-landscape-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~1736613604) - **Website:** http://legacylandscapes.com - **Phone:** (770) 427-2026 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 8 awards (2017–2024), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [American Society of Landscape Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-landscape-architects-pfvwus-pf~2014062207) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.6 out of 5 — 14 reviews** ### Reviews **★ — HU-927546199, April 2021** > Beware using this firm for landscaping design and installation. Mark over-designs in order to get you to pay more. In a year or two, you will need to remove about one third to one half of Mark’s design (which you paid for) because it is growing all over itself. Mark got paid for the cost of the plants and installation, and you will have hire someone else to come in and remove the excess plantings, shrubs and trees that jammed together. Mark has no idea on how to design for the future. He also doesn’t honor his warranty commitments or return phone calls. Stay away! **★★★★★ — Ellen Russ, March 2018** > I highly recommend Legacy Landscape Design to anyone interested in a landscape project. The entire process, from my initial meeting with Mark through completion, was great. Mark was punctual for all of our meetings. He was extremely patient, as we made adjustments to our design and he was responsive to both my husband and me. Just before starting our project, I proposed a couple new ideas for the design for Mark’s reaction. He listened carefully to my ideas and gave sound reasons as to why they were not feasible. He was also good about taking one of my concepts and proposing options that would work for us. > Throughout the project, we were extremely pleased with Wes and his team. They did an excellent job each day with clean up. The project took about three weeks, with rain delays, but the site was always tidy. They were great with attention to detail. On a couple instances, Wes asked for our thoughts before moving forward, allowing for some flexibility on the design. > Mark and Wes did a great job communicating with one another. It was nice that we could have a conversation with one of them and that information was passed on to the other. > My husband and I are so pleased with the landscaping. We look forward to spending time in our back yard enjoying Mark and Wes’ beautiful work. **★★★★★ — Kelli Murbach, March 2018** > Mark and his crew did a great job installing two paver walkways and a bin landing for me in October and the project is holding up well. **★★★★★ — Kelly Lawry, Dec. 2017** > Mark and Legacy Landscape Design was excellent. They helped us bring our vision to reality. From the design to the execution, they did excellent. They exceeded our expectations with the quality at the end and with speed. They did it ahead of schedule. Can't say enough about these guys - excellent! **Comment from Legacy Landscape Design, LLC:** > Thank you so much Kelly! We enjoyed working with you as well. **★★★★★ — Vivian Hall, Jan. 2017** > Working with Mark of Legacy Landscape Design was a wonderful experience. Mark came to our home, walked the property, listened to our concerns and created a beautiful landscape design for our home. We decided to go forward with his design and we are very pleased with the results. The landscaping was professionally done, creative and beautiful. We had our front and back yard landscaped. We also had a fence put up as well and Mark assisted us with different options to choose from. We live in a community and Mark effectively blended our home within our community. We highly recommend Legacy Landscape Design for your landscaping needs. They are a great company to work with and we will use them again in the future. **Comment from Legacy Landscape Design, LLC:** > Thank you Vivian! We enjoyed working with you and getting to know your sweet family. **★★★★★ — Brandon Winzurk, Dec. 2016** > My wife and I had a great experience with Legacy Landscape Design. Mark worked closely with us to develop an overall landscape redesign for our front, side and back yards. His flexibility has allowed the project to be done in two phases in order to meet our budgetary constraints. This fall, Mark transformed our front and side yards from an overgrown eyesore to a beautiful space including all new plantings, flagstone steps and two flagstone patio areas. Next fall, he will do the back yard, which will include all new plantings, a large flagstone patio and a water feature. We are so pleased with the work that Mark and his team have done and highly recommend Legacy Landscape Design. **Comment from Legacy Landscape Design, LLC:** > Thank you Brandon! We really enjoyed working with you guys. We look forward to the next phase in the Spring! **★★★★★ — Stephanie Stinn, Dec. 2016** > I can't say enough good things about Mark and the Legacy team. Legacy's work is outstanding. I looked at many different landscape companies before I talked with Mark and decided I had clearly wasted my time talking to the others. I wish I had called Legacy first! Mark came up with a great solution to our landscape problem and we couldn't be happier with the results. Plus, his team was on it. They were very professional and proactive. We are working with Mark on phase 2 and 3 of our yard/deck. I look forward to working with him again as he's just such a pleasure to work with (he calls you back! he's fast to respond on email!) and I love the way he looks at the world. Legacy is awesome and you really should look no further for a landscape team to work with! **Comment from Legacy Landscape Design, LLC:** > Stephanie, thank you so much! We enjoyed working with you guys! We are looking forward to future phases! **★★★★ — Joseph Ryals, Dec. 2016** > Great quality design and work for a fairly reasonable price. Mark Schisler was very professional and knew his stuff. I am very pleased with Legacy Landscape Design and would recommend them. **Comment from Legacy Landscape Design, LLC:** > Thank you Joseph! We enjoyed meeting you and working for you. **★★★★★ — courtney70, Feb. 2013** > Mark did a major front and back yard renovation for us in 2010. This included a new patio, front and back stone stairs, stone retaining wall, an outdoor fireplace and extensive landscaping. Mark is extremely professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with. He brings a vision to the project that provides different options based on budget and style. Mark is extremely responsive and immediately answers emails and phone calls. The office staff was also very easy to work with. Tammy provided all quotes (which may need to be changed multiple times based on options) and this was always done in an expedited manner and very professionally. I highly recommend Mark and Legacy Landscape. **★★★★★ — jwischum, Feb. 2013** > I would recommend Legacy Landscaping and Mark Schisler unequivicolly. Mark is a true professional who made multiple trips to our house adjusting the landscape design to account for flower preferences, color schemes, seasonal changes and much more. Mark is patient, knowledgeable, flexible but his work is exacting. > > Mark holds his crew to very high stadnards and his professionalism has rubbed off on every member of his staff. I interacted with over a dozen individuals over the course of our project and every one was helpful, careful and accomodating. > > Mark followed up personally throughout the project and just recently did a walk through to assess how the project has weathered the winter weather and is already making adjustments to the finished product. > > If you want to provide outstanding customer service and develop a professional demeanor and demonstrate subject matter expertise shadow Mark since he is all of these and more,,, > > If you need landscaping - whether hard or soft since we had both - look no further. **★★★★★ — silasabraham15, Jan. 2013** > Legacy Landscapes, Inc. did a major landscape project for us in 2011, and additional work in 2012, that included: Retaining Walls, Re-grading, Drainage, Irrigation, plantings (shrub, trees, and annuals), New sod, Tree cutting and pruning, and some Deck reconfiguring. > > Mark, Legacy’s owner, was professional and responsive throughout the project – from start to finish. He was accommodating to all of our needs while offering alternative solutions to the issues we were faced with. Legacy may not be the right fit if you’re looking for a quick-fix contractor to patch an existing issue. Legacy does a great job at looking for long-term solutions, while addressing the customer needs, and respecting a budget. They put a lot of work into the planning phase of our project which made the work itself run smoothly, with very little adjustment during the work itself. Legacy is committed to satisfaction and stands behind their work. **★★★★★ — ajaynebarnes, Jan. 2013** > We are beyond happy with the work that Legacy Landscapes did in our backyard. The design Mark Schisler provided was exactly what we were hoping for and we appreciated the flexibility of the crew throughout as we saw it come to life. The entire crew worked so hard and paid attention to every detail. We have already recommended Legacy to many friends and neighbors and we would do so to anyone who asked - our new backyard is a great addition to our home and has added value in every way. ## Selected projects - [Marietta- Rustic- Pacific Northwest style boulders and landscaping- Pool- Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marietta-rustic-pacific-northwest-style-boulders-and-landscaping-pool-porch-pj-vj~139811) - Location: Marietta, GA - Photos: 17 - Description: This was a new home in Marietta, GA. We re-designed the front and back yards to make it more colorful. We also designed a pool and spa on the side yard to avoid an easement across the back yard. We also updated their deck to include composite decking for lower maintenance. - [Smyrna-Classical- Outdoor Kitchen and Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/smyrna-classical-outdoor-kitchen-and-fireplace-pj-vj~139751) - Location: Smyrna, GA - Photos: 18 - Description: This was a neat little space in Smyrna, GA We designed and installed this Pergola first. Those are Fiberglass columns for low maintenance. We then design and built the Fireplace with Built in Flat Screen TV. It's a special TV that is weather proof. The back yard even has surround sound. There is a Waterfall and Pond on the back left side. It's pretty magical at night. We also built this elaborate outdoor kitchen and pizza oven. This project was featured on HGTV's Ground Breaker Series. Mark Schi… - [Atlanta- Contemporary- Pool and Spa with Automatic Cover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/atlanta-contemporary-pool-and-spa-with-automatic-cover-pj-vj~140408) - Location: Atlanta, GA - Photos: 8 - Description: We designed and installed this formal pool and courtyard for a repeat customer in Atlanta. The pool included an automatic cover and recessed spa. The two raised pergolas were built of Cedar and included ceiling fans and mosquito netting. The travertine tile gave a cool elegance to the space. - [Cobb County- Pool and Porch- Rustic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cobb-county-pool-and-porch-rustic-pj-vj~139957) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - [Marietta- Country- Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marietta-country-farmhouse-pj-vj~139778) - Location: Marietta, GA - Photos: 35 - Description: This was a neat job in it's scope. There was a nice Victorian style home sitting on lots of land but no landscape or usable space to speak of. We created separate spaces, including a vanishing edge natural feeling pool and built in spa. A cascading water feature linking an outdoor fireplace and built in grill. We also did a low maintenance driveway using an exposed aggregate, gray stained concrete with grass strip. The client supplied a greenhouse which we created a stone based and outdoor garde… - [Smyrna- Porch- Fireplace-Outdoor living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/smyrna-porch-fireplace-outdoor-living-pj-vj~2214854) - Location: Smyrna, GA - Photos: 1 - [Smyrna- Rustic- Complete Deck, Waterfall and Pond and Landscape of Hillside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/smyrna-rustic-complete-deck-waterfall-and-pond-and-landscape-of-hillside-pj-vj~139769) - Location: Smyrna, GA - Photos: 10 - Description: This was a typical John Weiland designed landscape. The client wanted a Tuscan feel, so we used a round boulder for the walls. She also like birds, so we designed and installed a cascading water feature on the hillside. We also used lots of bird friendly plants like Blackeyed Susan and Purple Coneflower. We also designed lots of Perching trees for the birds like Japanese Maples and Crape Myrtles. - [Alpharetta- Traditional- Pool and Spa- Deck and Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alpharetta-traditional-pool-and-spa-deck-and-fireplace-pj-vj~139922) - Location: Alpharetta, GA - Photos: 36 - Description: This project was a complete front, back and side re-do. We removed all the stucco on the home and replaced with Brick and Stone. We also did a large gunite swimming pool in back with lush landscaping. We even did a large covered porch with double fireplace and outdoor kitchen. - [Powder Springs- Craftsman- New front yard landscape- Before and After](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/powder-springs-craftsman-new-front-yard-landscape-before-and-after-pj-vj~2214866) - Location: Powder Springs, GA - Photos: 2 - Description: This was a new builder home. We terraced the front yard with a veneer fieldstone wall and added colorful plantings for year round interest. We also sodded the front and back yard with Zoysia Sod. - [Roswell- Traditional- Pool, Spa and Outdoor Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/roswell-traditional-pool-spa-and-outdoor-kitchen-pj-vj~139792) - Location: Roswell, GA - Photos: 12 - Description: We designed and built the pool on the first phase. They clients were spending so much time at the pool level, they asked us to design and install a more useable space beneath their deck and porch. So we added the arched stacked stone columns, built in kitchen and lving space. It also has an undercover system, which directs water into a hidden drain. Also note the channel drain along the base of the columns. Mark Schisler, Legacy Landscapes, Inc. - [Sandy Springs- Courtyard- Outdoor Living- Fireplace- Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sandy-springs-courtyard-outdoor-living-fireplace-patio-pj-vj~139761) - Location: Sandy Springs, GA - Photos: 6 - [Marietta- Cape Cod- Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marietta-cape-cod-outdoor-living-pj-vj~140514) - Location: Marietta, GA - Photos: 24 - [Sandy Springs- Tropical- Pool and Spa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sandy-springs-tropical-pool-and-spa-pj-vj~139916) - Location: Sandy Springs, GA - Photos: 2 - [Smyrna- Back Yard- Pond and Waterfall- Patio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/smyrna-back-yard-pond-and-waterfall-patio-pj-vj~139951) - Location: Smyrna, GA - Photos: 6 - [Marietta- Classical- Fountain](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marietta-classical-fountain-pj-vj~139972) - Location: Marietta, GA - Photos: 2 - [Marietta- Traditional- Front and Back Yard deck- Patio- Waterfall and Pond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marietta-traditional-front-and-back-yard-deck-patio-waterfall-and-pond-pj-vj~139975) - Location: Marietta, GA - Photos: 11 - [Alpharetta- Traditional- Waterfall and Pond](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alpharetta-traditional-waterfall-and-pond-pj-vj~139982) - Location: Alpharetta, GA - Photos: 7 - Description: We created this complete back yard with a double waterfall and patio. It became a true Koi pond. - [Acworth- Arbor- Fireplace and Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/acworth-arbor-fireplace-and-porch-pj-vj~140443) - Location: Acworth, GA - Photos: 3 - [Alpharetta- Contemporary- Pool on hillside](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alpharetta-contemporary-pool-on-hillside-pj-vj~140452) - Location: Alpharetta, GA - Photos: 5 - [Alpharetta- Casual- Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alpharetta-casual-outdoor-living-pj-vj~140489) - Location: Alpharetta, GA - Photos: 8 [See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-architects-and-landscape-designers/legacy-landscape-design-llc-pfvwus-pf~1736613604) ## Ideabooks - [marklegacy's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14921669/list/marklegacy-s-ideas) — 15 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/marklegacy) ## Community Q&A **Q: Location in Smyrna** *(in Photo Questions)* My home is in Woodland Gates and this back yard looks like the After pic of mines. I love it. How did you work with the city and the easements? A: Thank you. Most landscaping is not subject to permits or easements. But it depends on what you are having done. Feel free to contact me with any questions. My email is mschisler67@gmail.com or cell is 404-456-9094 **Q: Great Space** *(in Photo Questions)* What product was used for the water diversion under the upper deck? A: Corey, I think you're asking about what material was used as the waterfalls from the spa overflow? That is flagstone, to match the coping. **Q: Trees?** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of trees in the front? A: Those are Willow Oaks. **Q: What size is the overall pool, and what brand swim jet is installed?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: This pool was about 12' by 22 or 24'. We used a Badu swim jet. **Q: Where is the mailbox and mailbox post from?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I'm sorry, I don't know. The mailbox was there. The entire neighborhood had the same one. **Q: recessed diving board** *(in Photo Questions)* If/when the diving board breaks, with it being recessed how is one suppose to replace it without tearing out the stone? We really like the look of the recessed diving board and would be doing travertine pavers. Curious on how this would work. Just a chance you take and know it will happen sometime down the road? Any info is greatly appreciated. A: That's a good question. there will likely be some stone removal required if that happens. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*