In 1980, a single landscape architect in Boulder began a small design firm called “Landscape and Irrigation Design” with the vision of providing intricate, long-lasting landscapes for the Boulder area. Nearly 30 years later, that firm, now called LID Landscapes, is fully owned by its 50 employees and continues the vision of its founder. Winner of the Colorado Garden and Home Show’s Award of Excellence, Boulder Merit Awards, and the Grand Award for projects at the University of Colorado President’s Residence, LID Landscapes runs an accomplished landscape design and maintenance business serving both commercial and residential properties.
The tagline of this historic Colorado company — “Growing Dreams ... Working Wonders” — voices the heart of LID’s involvement in the Boulder community. While unique landscaping is its business, LID Landscapes works to better its community through regular donations to multiple local and national charities including the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless, Habitat for Humanity, Impact on Education, and many others. In the words of the company’s president, Philip Loughman, “We try to contribute where it will make a real impact. A lot of these charities are near and dear to our employees and clients.”
In addition to striving for excellence in landscape design, maintenance, and community development, LID Landscapes has found that one hot-button issue — environmental awareness — can also have real economic benefits for Front Range businesses. According to Loughman, the recycling of supplies, careful planning of transportation routes, and the use of quality materials have historically been financially advantageous practices for this company. In fact, despite tough economic times, efficient resource use has in part allowed LID Landscapes to acquire one of its competitors in the last year. As Loughman reminds his employees, “For every action, there’s an equal and opposite reaction. What we do today will pay off as our economy recovers.”
For further information, visit www.lidlandscapes.com or call 303-440-7833. Always be sure to check out BBB Reliability Reports on this and thousands of other companies in the Denver/Boulder area by visiting www.denver.bbb.org or by calling 303-758-2100.
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