ABOUT US

Distinctive and Inspired Landscapes &  Saltwater Pools

Our mission, at Johnsen Landscapes & Pools, is to transform properties into outstanding outdoor settings that are truly enjoyable. Imagine sitting in a peaceful terrace garden surrounded with flowers or entertaining friends by your new pool and spa landscape.  That is our specialty. We create a site and landscape design of your grounds illustrating whatever it is you desire – an elegant swimming pool, inviting front entry, rear terrace and flower gardens, meditative green space, or impressive entry drive – and then utilize our expertise to guide the overall installation.

We serve many clients in the New York (NY) and Connecticut (CT) area: Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Fairfield and Litchfield Counties; as well as New York City (Brooklyn, Manhattan, Riverdale, Eastchester). We also have projects in Massachusetts, Maryland, Florida and California.

Process

Our process begins with an initial on site discussion about your ‘wish list’ and identifying the unique possibilities of your property. We then prepare a design services proposal based on our discussion.

Upon acceptance of our proposal, we move forward with developing a detailed design for your property. Once your design is completed and approved, we are available to ensure a smooth and successful installation of your project.

Team

To learn about our team, read more…

SERVICES

Landscape & Pool Design Services

We develop our plans utilizing computer aided design technology to address grading, design layout, materials, drainage, details, plants, and more. We work closely with our clients and easily collaborate as required with architects, engineers, surveyors and other professionals or consultants to implement a shared vision.

Construction Project Management Services

Our Project Management Services includes complete construction oversight, coordination, scheduling, budgeting and cost estimating services for all your installation needs such as: saltwater pools & spas · stone walls & terraces · decks · patios · plant & flower beds · trees & shrubs · lawns · drainage · landscape lighting · landscape irrigation · fences · site work · and much more.

Our services provides for a concerted approach, ensuring exceptional outcomes and value, all delivered seamlessly and hassle free.

We are committed to complete client satisfaction.

Property & Landscape Care Consultation

Our Property & Landscape Care Consultation provides expert advice and oversight of the required horticultural and maintenance activities necessary to keep your grounds looking their best.

OUR TEAM

Jan Johnsen

Jan Johnsen

Co-Principal

Jan is an award-winning landscape designer, author and speaker. She studied landscape architecture and received a graduate degree in planning. She has worked in New York, Honolulu, Japan, California, and Washington, DC. Her commissions range from small gardens to large landscapes and her work has been featured in many publications. Her latest book is ‘Gardentopia: Design Basics for Creating Beautiful Outdoor Spaces’ (2019, W.W. Norton). This follows ‘The Spirit of Stone – 101 Practical & Creative Stonescaping Ideas for Your Garden’ (2017, St Lynn’s Press) and  ‘Heaven is a Garden’ (2014). Jan shares her garden advice on her blog, ‘Serenity in the Garden‘ and on her Heaven is a Garden Facebook page.

Rafael Algarin

Rafael Algarin

Co-Principal

Rafael’s lifelong commitment to a disciplined and expert approach to delivering our projects regularly exceeds our client’s expectations. He has extensive experience in managing both residential and commercial projects and has worked in New York, Connecticut, Vermont and Louisiana. He brings to every project a wide breath of experience combined with a keen eye for details and finding the most efficient and cost-effective pathway for the implementation and completion of every project. His approach ensures exceptional outcomes and value, all delivered seamlessly and hassle free.

    Laura McKillop (senior design associate)

    Laura McKillop

    Senior Design Associate

    Laura has received a master’s degree in Landscape Design from Columbia University and a design certificate from New York Botanical Garden. She is a long time instructor at the NY Botanical Garden. Her design expertise and commitment to client service ensures exceptional results on all levels. Our clients love working with Laura and appreciate her detailed follow through on every project, large and small.

      PRESS

      Gardentopia by Jan Johnsen

      Gardentopia by Jan Johnsen

      Published 2019
        The Spirit of Stone by Jan Johnsen

        The Spirit of Stone by Jan Johnsen

        Published 2017
          Jan Johnsen - Heaven is a Garden

          Heaven is a Garden by Jan Johnsen

          Published 2014
            Horticulture Magazine - press for Johnsen Landscapes and Pools

            Horticulture Magazine

            September/October 2017
              Garden Design Magazine featuring the work of Jan Johnsen

              Garden Design Magazine

              Summer 2016
                APLA Award logo

                APLD Merit Award

                2014
                  LoHud.com and Journal News with Jan Johnsen photo

                  LoHud.com Journal News

                  June 2013
                    Westchester Home magazine cover spring 2012

                    Westchester Home

                    Spring 2012
                      914 INC magazine feature with Jan Johnsen

                      914 INC.

                      2011
                        Journal News - Home&Design poolscapes issue

                        Home & Design

                        Summer 2006

                          CONTACT

                          Telephone
                          New York: 914.666.4190
                          Connecticut: 203.629.9001

                          Fax: 914.242.9104

                          3 Morgan Drive
                          PO 1011
                          Mount Kisco, NY 10549

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