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20 years in business
14 Houzz Awards
6 Houzz Badges
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John Algozzini
Chicago Suburbs
Chicago, IL 60436
Chicago Suburbs
Chicago, IL 60436
Typical Job Costs:
$30,000 - $300,000
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We talk with you, not at you. Our initial consultation is about meaningful dialogue regarding your wants, needs and lifestyle. By having a quality exchange we develop design solutions that work for you, the architecture and the space at hand.
Our philosophy follows that of Thomas Church who wrote, "Gardens Are For People". We apply this philosophy with enthusiasm during the concept, design and installation stages of all our projects to ensure they conclude successfully.
Services Provided
Custom Bocce Ball Courts, Custom Fire Pits, Drought Tolerant Landscaping, Edible Gardens, Garden Design, Hardscaping, Landscape Design, Patio Design, Pool Landscaping, Site Planning, Trellis Construction, Pergola Construction, Outdoor Kitchens, Outdoor Fireplaces and Grills, Seat Walls, Pavilion Construction
Areas Served
Channahon, Elwood, Homer Glen, Joliet, Lockport, Minooka, New Lenox, Plainfield, Shorewood, Naperville, Frankfort, Mokena
Awards
Our Design and Construction Team has won the following awards:ILCA Judges Award (#1 Job In State)ILCA Gold Award (3), ILCA Silver Award (2), Hardscape North America Award. The K&D Team has also had work featured in over two dozen magazines, both regionally and nationally.
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31 Projects for KD Landscape

La Grange, IL
Shady On Sixth
21 photos

Naperville, IL
Apple River River Bluestone
17 photos

Burr Ridge, IL
Tomlin Circle Bluestone
14 photos

Chicago, IL
Pergola In Plaid
14 photos

Glen Ellyn, IL
Glen Ellyn Landscape
10 photos

Plainfield, IL
Stewart Ridge Gathering Place
12 photos

Lemont, IL
Lemont Landscaping At Cog Hill
15 photos

Shorewood, IL
Majestic Pines
14 photos

Wilmington, IL
Cottage On The River
11 photos

Plainfield, IL
Caitlin Court Gray
11 photos

New Lenox, IL
Bluestone For Friends
8 photos

Chicago, IL
Poolside in Beverly
11 photos
Featured Review

Julia Yen
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Client
We have nothing but praise, from start to finish on our project. John A. was wonderful to work with. He was able to translate our vision into something better than we could imagine on our own. Mario and his crew spent several weeks at our home, and aRead Full Review
36 Reviews for KD Landscape

loufig
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We worked with John Algozinni, who met with us several times and addressed all of our concerns. Once the plans were approved and the project got started, it was impressive to see the entire team come together and finished our outdoor space within the timeline promised and beyond our expectations. If you’re looking for an outdoor design company, K & D’s crew did an excellent job and created a beautiful oasis, which we will enjoy for years to come.



February 11, 2021

Terri Krauss
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John Algozzini was FANTASTIC!
We built a new house and John's vision was exactly what we envisioned. There was constant dialog about our expectations and he was completely flexibly to make sure we received exactly what we wanted. From the patio color, design of the planting beds, vegetable garden etc., John was awesome.
His continual follow up was refreshing and appreciated and there was never a time when John or KD would settle for anything but excellence.
His knowledge and ideas are first rate and can not say enough about how pleased we were with the outcome.
Thank you John and KD Landscaping!
May 26, 2020

David C
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Client
John and his staff created a space that went well above and beyond what we could have imagined. Their expertise, care for detail, and overall project management are second to none. Any small issues or questions that we had were addressed or answered immediately. We look forward to enjoying & entertaining in our new outdoor space for years to come!
May 22, 2020
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thank you Dave (and Danielle). I hope the space provides years of enjoyment for your family and friends. It was a pleasure to do the work for you and the guys were proud of it. Sometimes the crew members are the toughest critics and when we finished the foreman looked at me and said, "This is it." It's on the list for 2022 photography! Thank you again for everything and for the review.
Best Regards,
John
Best Regards,
John

Landforms
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Colleague
The entire K&D landscape management team exemplify professionalism. John has been a tremendous help with one of our most creative projects. Their hardscape knowledge and creativity are second to none. Thank you for all of your help.
December 5, 2019

Julia Yen
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Client
We have nothing but praise, from start to finish on our project. John A. was wonderful to work with. He was able to translate our vision into something better than we could imagine on our own. Mario and his crew spent several weeks at our home, and always left our backyard neat and tidy. The pergolas were done with an expert eye and craftsmanship. John was flexible, as we made changes along the way, and came up with creative and functional solutions. We can't wait for next summer to fully enjoy all their hard work!
November 24, 2019
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thanks for the kind words about the team and the end result. The freedom to adjust and utilize our talents made all the difference in the final product. I hope the social spaces are meaningful and fun for friends, family, Bob and you over the years. It was a fun build for the men and me during the process. Keep me posted on who wins the family bocce championship! Best regards, John.

cjlaforce26
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John A was so fabulous to work with! Our project was for a full makeover of a Lincoln Park wraparound front yard space. John came up with a brilliant design to give privacy, a new yard (for the pup!), new planting beds, and a gorgeous bluestone patio. The end result is breathtaking. Throughout the project, John would always take my calls, and his knowledge of plants and microclimates in Chicago was tremendously helpful. All the work was done in 3 days, and the crew was very professional and tidy. They had to haul in by hand nearly 40 trees, loads of sod and mulch, and they did it so efficiently and cleaned the sidewalks and patio meticulously each day before they went home. We love our new space, and the neighbors all agree it has raised the bar for our street! Thank you, John. It was such a delight to work with you and your team!



November 23, 2019
Comment from KD Landscape:
What a thoughtful review, Colette. It was a great experience transforming your space to be more private and also pet friendly. The men in the field make all the difference with their attention to detail and dedication to the craft. Raising the bar a bit for the neighbors is an added bonus. Best wishes for next season and beyond.

Kevin Harrell
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I have done a couple sizable projects with K&D Landscape over the last couple of years. Last summer we put in a beautiful bluestone patio and an incredibly designed (large!) backyard....every tree, bush, plant and blade of grass was installed. This year we put in a large (20' X 50") swimming pool. K&D designed and built a first class retaining wall, installed about a hundred arborvitae for total privacy, planted pallets of ground cover, bushes, grasses etc. The result is stunning!
John Algozzini was the designer on these assignments and he and his team did an unbelievable job. Not only is the hardscape and softscape spectacular, but the work process was exceptional. I always knew where I stood from a budget and schedule perspective! Not one surprise along the way!!
Thank you John and all the folks at K&D. I highly recommend this top tier company.

June 11, 2018
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thanks Kevin for that spectacular review! What a great experience it was for Matt, our production team, and me to work at your home. We were all delighted to provide service and talent as needed. Most importantly, I will forever remember the working relationship we had from the beginning of the process until its completion earlier this month. I hope the environment provides a lifetime of leisure for Amy, Stella, you and those that you share it with.
My best always,
John
My best always,
John

Lisa Snook
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Client
K&D Landscape Management did an exceptional job on our project! From the planning stages, to changes that we made & add on's, to the finished product, we could not have been more pleased!
John is excellent with attention to details - from listening to our initial list of desires, to drawing up the design, to overseeing the entire project, to helping with all of the finishing touches, and providing the support contact that we needed throughout the entire project, he was always right there to guide us and keep the project moving. The entire staff was professional, clean, picked up after themselves, always showed up when they said they would, and were attentive to every request! This project was a huge undertaking and as each phase finished, our vision became reality!
We HIGHLY recommend K&D Landscape Management for their professionalism, design, and overall ease to do business with! We will cherish the work they did with all of our family and friends for years!




February 28, 2018
Comment from KD Landscape:
Sometimes it seems so ordinary because I have said it so many times, but I believe it every time I say it. "Great clients provide great opportunities to create great spaces." What an awesome experience it was to work with Rob and you, Lisa. Because you appreciated our efforts we worked that much harder to make sure those details were dialed in on all components. On behalf of Matt, Tony and the rest of the team at K&D I thank you once again.

Architectural Photographic Specialists LLC
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We are a professional architectural photography company that constantly sees the best of the best when we are hired to create for businesses. Photographing for K&D Landscape in Ottawa, IL was a pleasure because the project was executed with extreme attention to detail. There work is impeccable because no little piece of the puzzle is never missed when they do a job. Down to the smallest detail is done with an eye for precision on how the overall finished project is going to look. This made our job very easy having such a beautiful project to photograph.




February 5, 2018
Comment from KD Landscape:
Jerry...... that was gracious of you to provide the review for us. It was a great experience for us as well. Previously, one of our site motto's for photography was "Umbrellas up!!" After working with you on the Ottawa project we now have a new mantra, "Umbrella's out!!"
On behalf of Kevin, Anna, Matt and the balance of our team, we wish you continued success in Arizona, Illinois and any other destination your work takes you!
Kind Regards,
John
On behalf of Kevin, Anna, Matt and the balance of our team, we wish you continued success in Arizona, Illinois and any other destination your work takes you!
Kind Regards,
John

Stephen Devermann
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Client
We love the results of our backyard landscaping project. Like many homeowners, we were unsure of ourselves in regards to what we were looking for and what we would be happy with in the end. John was able to walk us through the process in a way that allowed us to feel comfortable with our decisions. We were happy with how quickly their team worked and they were accommodating with minor adjustments made during the project. Our neighbors have commented on how much they like the results and we would recommend K&D Landscaping.
June 26, 2017
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thank you Steve!! It was our pleasure providing the transformation in your back yard. There is a wonderful simplicity to a traditional planting when it coalesces with the architecture and the space at hand. We hope that Valerie and you enjoy the landscape as you watch it grow and prosper with age. Best Regards, John



David Gardner
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We hired K&D to upgrade our backyard patio. See below for some before and after pictures. My wife and I were so impressed with the job John Algozzini and his crew did on our backyard project. John spent time with us finding out what we were looking for and came up with a design that was different than the typical square patio we saw from other firms. Everything looked fantastic! John shared our high standards and ensured the finished project exceeded our expectations. We have already shown the backyard to some friends and they love it. John's guidance with the design and brick/landscaping selections was perfect. We highly recommend K&D for any landscape design project!




June 17, 2017Last modified:June 19, 2017
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thanks David!! The pleasure was all ours. All you need to do is fill in the gaps with the perennials of your choice and sit back with the libation of your choice. Post another photo for us when the grass grows in. Thanks again for the kind words and glowing review. All the best, John

A Willis
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So much to say...THANK YOU, THANK YOU, K & D Landscape and John Algozzini! We LOVE our backyard and still can't believe we actually live here. The kids & their friends also love the patio & sitting around the fire pit, which was our vision for the space. Hardscape or landscape, everywhere we turn there is something beautiful to admire. Special thanks also to Mike Wesley, the creative genius who designed our dream patio and everyone he introduced us to, including a talented carpenter Rick Rosenberg. A big project involves tough decisions, a lot of different opinions & diverse personalities. We had no drama with K & D. We were so impressed with how John and his crew interacted with us, our extended family, our dog, and especially with each other. The experience with K & D was fun and inclusive thanks to John Algozzini, their foreman Greg, electrician Matt, and their incredibly hardworking crew! Their professionalism, teamwork, imagination and creativity are out of this world. The quality of materials, expertise & workmanship all exceeded our expectations. We had communication with John regarding progress and next steps almost daily. Everyone K & D brought in to work on our property was someone I felt I could trust and we have already recommended K & D to family, friends, and neighbors who have stopped by to ask about it. We HIGHLY recommend working with K & D. Landscape. They are exceptional people to work with. (More pictures will be posted as things continue to bloom & change.)




May 18, 2017Last modified:May 18, 2017

derrangedbeaver_com
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They built two cedar pergolas and installed about 300 square feet of Unilock pavers. They also built cedar stairs leading to a cedar deck to provide access to our semi-inground pool. They provided a crushed granite area for our round steel outdoor fireplace and installed crushed granite around the perimeter of the pool.
John and the crew were very professional and did excellent work from start to finish. They take pride in a job well done and it definitely turned out that way.
May 2, 2017

Ben Nellis
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I have worked with K&D on several project. K&D is an outstanding company because of their professionalism and attention to detail. John's ability to bring concepts and designs to life is astounding and his expertise is second to none. John, Kevin and the rest of the K&D company are excellent to work with.
May 1, 2017Last modified:May 2, 2017

kristenhammel
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KD Landscaping transformed our back yard from pretty to amazing! Friends visited and commented that they felt like they were at a resort. Landscaping ideas were spot on. Simple and stylish. Service was timely, friendly, trust worthy and professional (we were in a hurry to complete before a party),
It wasn't too long before we hired them to do the same with our front yard. Warranties on plants were honored (some plants didn't survive the unusual polar vortex we experienced).
Would recommend KD!
May 1, 2017
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thank you so much Kristen. As I have said many times, great clients allow for great results! Working for Ted and you is always our treat. Last summer got away from me, but this year we will be out to photograph for our website and for our Houzz account as well! We'll see you then! Best Regards, John

Ann Mehrman
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The stone wall was part of a total update for the front of my home. We had a porch built Spring 2016 and needed to re-scape the front of the house. The K&D team was part of the planning even before ground was broken for the porch construction. Communication was excellent for design and stone choice to match the porch piers. K&D was very flexible when the porch construction put us behind and had to readjust scheduled construction of the stone wall until Fall 2016. Once started, K&D had the completed in a week as promised. K&D again was flexible to have our plantings scheduled for this Spring 2017 due to our schedule.




May 1, 2017
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thanks Ann for the nice review of us and the process. Limestone dry wall construction is one of our favorite applications and we were delighted you were in sync with our recommendation. Our team is looking forward to the planting portion, and bringing the front landscape to a beautiful and colorful conclusion. We'll see you soon! On behalf of all of us, thank YOU for the opportunity to "play in your yard".

cseper
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We had a great experience working with K&D Landscaping. Not really sure what style we were looking for, John was patient and creative in listening to our "wants and needs". Our project was completed in early November and we are anxiously looking forward to Spring/Summer when Everything will be in bloom. Of all our experience in hiring a professional for home projects, John and his team were exceptional! Thanks for helping us create a unique design on the outside of our house that reflects the love and style that is contained on the inside of our house. You ROCK!
December 22, 2016

jkd52477
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We hired K&D in May to perform a makeover of our backyard and our expectations were exceeded! They turned our "all grass" backyard into a paradise!! John is a top-notch designer who really listened to us and our vision, but added elements that we didn't know were possible. Greg, the foreman on our project, and his crew were OUTSTANDING! Very professional and hardworking; even the little things like cleaning up after themselves each day did not go unnoticed. What was most impressive about our experience and what we truly valued most was that John was attentive throughout the project, and from day 1 he followed through with what he said. They started when he said they would, and were here every working day; not once did they not show up. From our initial meeting with John to completion date it was an absolute enjoyable experience, and we look forward to hiring them for future projects!! Wish I could've attached more pics; the evening lighting is breathtaking.




August 24, 2016
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thanks for the great review Jill. Greg, Matt and the guys (Omar, Arturo, Fernando, Carlos, Eugenio, Augustin, Abraham & Jose) thoroughly enjoyed working at your home. We're pleased you noticed the attention to detail and the craftsmanship involved with the construction.
We'll give it a couple of years to grow and then photograph it for our website. Thanks again on behalf of our owner, Kevin Manning, and the balance of our staff. I look forward to the spring phase!
Best Regards,
John
We'll give it a couple of years to grow and then photograph it for our website. Thanks again on behalf of our owner, Kevin Manning, and the balance of our staff. I look forward to the spring phase!
Best Regards,
John

leeann_moss8
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We hired K & D to landscape and hardscape the front of our home. From our initial design meetings John, through the installation process with Greg and his team, we found K & D to be truly professional. They know their trade, are creative, are attentive to customer needs, are reasonably priced, and they do what they say they will do when they say they will do it. We could not be more thrilled with both the process and the outcome. I also feel competent to care for all of the plants thanks to John's very informative exit run-through. Quite simply, our home has been transformed from average to stunning.
August 17, 2016
Comment from KD Landscape:
Thanks so much LeeAnn for the kind words about the process, our work and Greg's team on site. Working for John and you was our pleasure and I got two hugs out of the deal which was an added bonus. We'll give it a couple of years and then take photos for our website. Until then .......enjoy!

ronm11
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We had K & D Landscape design and install our patio in the Spring of 2015. We had some basic ideas of what we liked and didn't like, but couldn’t settle on what we wanted. After talking with John, we were able to form a real picture of what we wanted to do. The dialogue with John was great. We enjoyed learning what John knows about design and outdoor space. He worked with our ideas and still brought his skill and sense to the entire project. Once we agreed on moving forward, they acted quickly to start. Tony and his crew were first-rate professionals. First, we had to remove the old deck and a small brick walkway. The demo was fast and clean. Once they were ready to do the prep and install, John and Tony answered questions, made minor alterations, and offered suggestions for modifications. Keeping budget in mind, the suggestions were still in the scope of the project and were not wallet breaking add-ons. The whole project took about two and a half weeks. Our patio has a large sitting area, a dining area with a grill off to the side, and another small sitting area. We also incorporated existing trees and plants, and a whirlpool.
As a homeowner, whenever one takes on a project like this, there is always concern with the follow-through on the punch list, or small fixes after the project is finished. I was more than pleased with the follow-through. John came by the house about a week after the crew left to a walk through. He tutored us on taking care of the bushes and plants, and looked for any aspect of the project that wasn’t 100% right. Within a week, Tony was back to take care of a few items.
My wife and I decided to wait a year to write this review because we wanted to provide an honest review that was not influenced by the initial buzz of getting something new. After a year of having the new patio we can honestly say that we made the best decision to have
K & D complete our landscape project. When we are ready to rework another section of the yard, I will not hesitate to call John and work with him again. Now, with all the green starting to pop, and seeing all the new growth, we can not wait to be in our backyard, and sit out on our patio all summer.
May 1, 2016Last modified:May 1, 2016

Kathy Watson
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As “older” newlyweds, my husband and I designed our dream home to start our new life together. We wanted the exterior of our home to be as beautiful on the outside as on the inside, as well as staying with the character of the house.
John Algozzini, Landscape Designer at K&D Landscape came highly recommended to us from very close friends of mine who were pleased with the work he did at their home.
At our initial meeting, we collaborated on ideas and photos that I had been accumulating, as well as our goal and budget for this project. John was attentive, offered excellent suggestions and recommendations. He was truly interested in what we wanted to achieve.
Not long after our first meeting, John presented us with an impressive landscape architectural drawing of the layout with all plant selections for our home. We were extremely pleased, and quickly moved forward with landscaping our front and back yard as well as a butterfly garden.
Once the landscape started going in, John was on top of what was being done ensuring that all work was done to perfection as well as keeping our project on schedule. The crew at K&D is excellent.
From start to finish, working with John Algozzini was a delight. John made this project a stress free experience. He is a talented, creative professional who pays attention to every last detail. He is dependable, trustworthy and excellent with follow up and follow through.
In addition, our project was completed on time as promised, and on budget! We are completely satisfied and could not be happier with the finished product. We highly recommend John Algonzzini, Landscape Designer, K&D Landscape.
April 18, 2016
Comment from KD Landscape:
Kathy:
Working at your home was a privilege and a pleasure! It's always a team effort between client and designer to bridge concepts to the point of finished design. Perhaps most importantly, our support staff and crews make our work look like it does. Again, thank you for the kind words and we will see you with the finishing touches for your habitat garden next month.
Best Regards,
John
Working at your home was a privilege and a pleasure! It's always a team effort between client and designer to bridge concepts to the point of finished design. Perhaps most importantly, our support staff and crews make our work look like it does. Again, thank you for the kind words and we will see you with the finishing touches for your habitat garden next month.
Best Regards,
John

Patrice
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We hired K&D after meeting with a number of firms to handle our backyard living space. John is a true master at what he does. He has a passion for landscape architecture and horticulture that came through in our project. His vision and execution of our project fit our needs both in function and in budget. It was also comforting to see him personally out on the site directing our project. We really can't say enough great things about him. The K&D crew were outstanding as well. They were reliable, professional, and above all they did great work.
We look forward to having the team at K&D work on other projects for our home and would gladly recommend them to others.
March 12, 2016Last modified:March 16, 2016
Comment from KD Landscape:
Patrice and Joel....I think this is you. Reading your review was a great way to start my Wednesday afternoon. Thank you so much! It was our privilege to work at your home. As I have said countless times over the years, "It always starts with a great client." Best Always, John

Karen
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K & D Landscape were great! John did a wonderful job on designing our patio -listening to all of our concerns and needs. He was always available for questions and stopped by frequently while the patio was being installed. The installers worked very hard to get the project done in 1 week and they were very respectful of our property. I would use them again and highly recommend them.

February 28, 2016

Rock Landscape & Gardens Inc
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Professionals sharing information on best practices and quality materials
Hi There,
Late last night I submitted bluestone questions to K&D Landscape Management through the contact button.
Immediately this a.m., I received a direct call from the boss himself, Kevin.
Incredibly prompt, especially, given I have my own company, probably not a potential client and that's usually a very busy time of morning to have available time to talk.
Kevin and I shared quite a lot of information about bluestone patios, unilock products, resources for quality materials w/ "old school standards" and proper techniques of lifetime construction.
It was a pleasure to share and converse w/ such a professional.
Thank You,
Rick
http://www.houzz.com/pro/rick-rock/rock-landscape-and-gardens-inc
November 19, 2015

Cindy Weaver
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We originally hired K & D to complete a bluestone floor for our new sunroom addition. John Algozzini and his crew did such a fantastic job, that we utilized their services to provide new landscaping for the entire project. John's professionalism and his creative design resulted in a peaceful and serene backdrop for our addition which we will enjoy for years to come. We particularly appreciated the fact that he really listened during our initial conversation about the design, and he remained attentive to our wishes throughout the project. We can't say enough about how wonderful it was to work with K & D, and we would certainly recommend them to anyone who values creativity, consideration and consummate professionalism!



August 22, 2015
Comment from KD Landscape:
Wow, Cindy! Thank you so much for the review. What always makes the process work is a great set of clients. It was our collective pleasure doing the work for John and you, and I hope you enjoy the space for many years to come. Also, nice photo of the Lambs Ear and Boxwood in the front.

Mike Crews Photography
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My experience with K&D was outstanding. John, Renee, and owner Kevin represent the ultimate in professionalism. I was amazed at the quality of the work throughout. John presented options and kept me up to date on progress. The finished project is the envy of my neighbors. I highly recommend K&D when quality and aesthetics are demanded.
January 19, 2015

amandabrady28
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John, Renee, Kevin and team did an outstanding job on our landscaping this past July. We purchased a relatively new home on the Dupage River, and the previous owners had neglected to do anything with the beautiful yard. K&D provided a complete transformation - they even added some additional creative touches that incorporated the natural surroundings, and really made the end product unique (for example, repurposing stone they found in our yard for a stone firepit in what was a burn pile in our backyard). From the beginning, we felt that John really listened to us, and understood our vision and style. Renee and team were very professional as the project progressed, keeping us in the loop on timing, next steps, and what to expect from start to finish. We were amazed by the amount of work done in such little time (4 days). They all went above and beyond - This is truly a group of people that take pride in what they do. We would recommend K&D any time!
August 7, 2014

carob1973
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We hired K&D Landscape to redo our front and backyard which had been neglected by the previous owners of the house. We kept only one tree. John's design was completely different than the preexisting one. Not only did this new design meet all of our expectations, but it also exceeded them! Finally, we want to point out the great and efficient job done by the K&D Landscape crew!
August 1, 2014

jackiekinney
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This is my third year using K&D Landscaping and John is absolutely phenomenal! He designed the entire landscaping in my backyard plus educated me on how to properly take care of all my new plants. His team is very courteous, friendly, and they always cleaned up when they were done. I have used them for spring cleanup and they have done everything I had asked plus more. I will definitely be using them for all future projects!
July 31, 2014

mdmuscato
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We hired K&D to provide a "master" landscape plan for our yard, which had been neglected for several years by the previous elderly owner. John immediately understood our needs with small children and a dog, as well as the style we envision for the exterior of our home, both of which he incorporated into his design. He was open to adjustments based on our feedback, and checked in regularly to update us on the schedule. Once work began, K&D installed our patio and backyard landscaping in a matter of days. We could not be happier with the result. The back entrance, including concrete stairs and stone masonry, took a bit longer due to the nature of the work, but was done beautifully. John also surprised us by installing a free-of-charge stone paver floor in our daughters' playhouse, which were left over from a previous job. This was a great upgrade from the crushed granite we had planned to use. Overall, we have been very happy with our new outdoor space, and recommend John and the K&D team.
February 3, 2014
Comment from KD Landscape:
Holy cow, Meghan. Sometimes I am less than observant with the obvious. I looked down and noticed you took the time to write a very nice review at some point over the winter. Thank you so much for the courtesy. Hope everything comes up blooming nicely this spring in your back garden. Kind Regards, John

Lawrence Keck
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K and D Landscape re did my front entrance walk . Job was done in 2 days!
Crew is great to work with . Very neat and tidy with tools, equipment and supplies.
Excellent Job! Check out the pictures on Houzz.com
http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11572964/thumbs/My-Front-Sidewalk-Make-Over
November 7, 2013

jsteele34
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It was my pleasure to hire John for our previous two homes which turned out beyond our expectations. His design ideas were consistent with the neighborhood and the planting plan was perfect for a Cape Cod. More recently, since I am now in a condo, he did a wonderful job with some container gardens that I enjoy daily. He was a pleasure to work with and delivered on everything he promised.
August 19, 2013

treelover1
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We were very pleased with the craftsmanship and creativity of K&D Landscape. Their designer, John, was referred to us strongly and he delivered with both great design and service. My life partner and I are now outside at every opportunity! They installed our patio and outdoor kitchen in a timely manner and also supplied us with furniture and pottery concepts for our home. We are looking forward to the next phase which will be our pool with an outdoor shower. Anya and Natalie
March 22, 2013

mkkaw22350
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My wife and I hired John late last summer to design and install our outdoor living areas. We could tell from the initial meeting that John's knowledge and design style were exactly what we were looking for in a landscape design/build firm. We thought we wanted a large massive patio for entertaining but after working with John, we now have several 'garden rooms' and we could not be happier. I never could have imagined or dreamed of the plan the team at K&D designed and built for my family. They are truly a great firm to work with and we could not recommend them enough. Thank you John and the K&D construction team.
March 21, 2013

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I have a waterfront property and wanted to redo the bank. I had no idea what to do. I met with Kevin and we discussed the options he was very helpful and knowledgeable regarding what product would work best. The guys showed up the we scheduled for on-time. I left for work and before I got home the project was finished. I am so happy with the outcome I cannot wait to lay on the sand and catch some rays this summer. Thanks so much Kevin and Crew!
March 4, 2013

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John and the K&D crew re-landscaped 3 sides of our house. We are very pleased with the work they did. John's plans showed imagination & originality that we have not seen elsewhere.
This was the first time that we had work done (our 8th residence over 40 years), that did not require us to oversee anything! The professionalism was astounding!
If we were present, it was because we were interested in the process. And the only questions to address were changes regarding availability of plantings, etc.
The K&D workers were courteous and neat. A pleasure to work with and our compliments to everyone at K&D!
March 4, 2013
Commented: Landscape design for aging in place@ Earth Essence Designs. A thoughtful post by you and apparently a bit more provocative than anticipated. Your points are cogent to 'aging in place' and I enjoyed your thought process.
January 26, 2021 in Landscape Design
Commented: what is the low lying ground cover?Thanks for checking in. That is Pachysandra terminalis. In some areas of the countries it is considered invasive, but it's not problematic here in Chicago.
November 18, 2020
Commented: furniture information@erica8648 The patio furniture was purchased by the homeowner prior to the project so we do not have that information.
October 25, 2020
Commented: Flower beds@jenamengual Yes, there is a substantial amount of drainage work. There is roughly 15" of gravel in the bottom of each box. At the bottom of the gravel there is a 4" drain that connec...
October 11, 2020
Commented: What is the make and color of the black stained pergola?@ E Magill
Not sure what you are referencing in terms of "make" of the pergola. It is rough sawn cedar and was custom built on site. The stain is Behr, solid black. Thanks for the ...
September 24, 2020
Commented: Help! I added a pergolaYou are welcome, Debra. If you look at the last two examples you may notice they have wood detail at the bottom of each post, which creates both a physical and visual base. It can be as simple as ...
September 16, 2020 in Landscape Design
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