Second City Specialists
Scott Byron & Co. is a Chicago-based landscape design, construction, and maintenance firm specializing in thoughtfully crafted residential environments. From historic brownstones to contemporary high-rises, we craft landscapes that feel as personal and considered as the homes they surround.
We understand the rhythm of city living—tight spaces, bold architecture, layered neighborhoods—and transform courtyards, rooftops, terraces, and gardens into natural extensions of the home. Whether it’s a refined front entry or a skyline-framed outdoor retreat, our work is defined by thoughtful design, precise execution, and long-term care.
Suite of Services
Design
Every great landscape begins with a great design.
We craft outdoor spaces that feel as good as they look. They’re all tailored designs that balance function, beauty, and a true sense of place.
Construction
Maintenance
Masonry
Lighting
Irrigation
Landscapes Designed for Urban Living in Chicago
Chicago homes demand landscapes that are intentional, efficient, and beautifully composed. From vintage greystones to new construction, we design outdoor spaces that respond to architecture, density, and daily use.
Whether we are shaping a courtyard garden, designing a rooftop landscape in Chicago, or grounding a modern residence with warmth and texture, our goal is the same—to create outdoor spaces that feel natural, livable, and enduring.
Our design process considers how city spaces truly function:
- Entertaining within compact footprints
- Creating privacy in dense neighborhoods
- Maximizing light, views, and circulation
Integrating landscape seamlessly with architecture and interiors
A Hands-On Landscape Philosophy
In a city defined by architecture and craft, details matter.
Our approach to luxury landscape design in Chicago is deliberate and hands-on. We work patiently, by hand, knowing that small decisions—plant placement, material transitions, pruning choices—shape how a landscape feels over time.
In an urban environment, quality isn’t just visible—it’s experienced every day.
Everything we do is executed with care:
- Gardens are hand-weeded, hand-edged, and carefully groomed
- Shrubs and plantings are shaped individually to maintain proportion
- Trees and vertical elements are pruned selectively for structure and light
- Hardscape and masonry details are installed with craftsman-level precision
“We have been Scott Byron clients for 25 years. Company is so organized, creative and professional and the staff is knowledgeable and always responsive.”
– Sheryl B.
One Chicago Landscape Partner, From Design to Long-Term Care
Urban landscapes benefit from clarity and continuity. That’s why we offer a fully integrated landscape design-build and maintenance approach for Chicago homeowners.
Landscape Design
As a residential landscape designer in Chicago, we translate how you live—indoors and out—into outdoor environments that feel intentional, efficient, and architecturally aligned.
Landscape Construction
Our Chicago landscape construction teams bring designs to life with respect for materials, logistics, and surrounding properties. Building in the city requires coordination, foresight, and care—and we approach every project with those realities in mind.
Garden Maintenance & Stewardship
Our garden maintenance services in Chicago protect the integrity of each design while allowing landscapes to evolve naturally. Care is proactive, hands-on, and tailored to the unique conditions of urban environments.
Built for Chicago Conditions
City environments come with their own challenges:
- Limited space and access
- Rooftop and elevated environments
- Shade patterns from surrounding buildings
- Heat, wind, snow, and drainage considerations
We design and maintain with these conditions in mind—creating landscapes that are resilient, functional, and inviting year-round.
- Chicago
- Gold Coast
- Lakeview
- Lincoln Park
- Bucktown
- Old Town
- North Center
- Kenwood
- Streeterville
- New East Side
- The Loop
- Lakeview
- Roscoe Village
- West Loop
A Relationship-Centered Landscape Experience
Our clients value trust, consistency, and ease—especially in a fast-moving city.
We provide:
- Dedicated crews familiar with your property
- Clear communication and proactive planning
- Coordination with architects, builders, and interior designers
- A warranty program supported by ongoing care
Proudly Serving Chicago Neighborhoods
We work throughout the City of Chicago, collaborating on projects that range from intimate courtyard gardens to full-property landscape transformations. Many client relationships evolve over years as homes and needs change.
Our commitment remains the same: thoughtful design, careful construction, and long-term landscape stewardship.
Our Work
Our role is to simplify the process while elevating the outcome—so your landscape integrates seamlessly with your life in the city.
What We Maintain—By Hand
Every landscape we create begins with intention. From sculptural gardens and architectural courtyards to fully integrated estates, our work reflects a balance of art, structure, and living systems.
Water Tower Park
At this historic landmark, we reimagined circulation, planting, and stonework to restore the park’s role as a welcoming civic gateway while honoring its architectural legacy.
Landscape as Living Art
Across our work, we shape gardens as compositions—balancing structure, texture, and seasonality to create environments that feel intentional and expressive.
Contemporary Gardens for City Living
In this urban setting, we integrated architecture, materials, and planting into a refined landscape designed for modern living and spatial clarity.
Explore Our Portfolio
From historic estates to contemporary residences, our portfolio reflects decades of thoughtful design, careful construction, and enduring stewardship.
A Relationship Built to Last
Working with Scott Byron & Co. is more than hiring a landscape firm—it is the beginning of a long-term partnership. Our clients trust us because we offer more than services: we offer Remarkable Service, Attention to Detail, Vision Realized, and Exceeding Expectations—the pillars of our R.A.V.E. philosophy.
We measure success by the way our clients feel when they walk their property, entertain their family, or simply look out their window. To us, the landscape is not just an outdoor space—it is an extension of your home, your lifestyle, and your legacy.