Process driven, passionate and respected craftsmen who design, build and care for legacy gardens, which enrich and inspire lives.
Our perspective on how gardens can improve the lives of our clients.
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The Schematic Design Phase allows a close study and interface of thoughts and visions between the client and the R. Youngblood & Co. design team. Resulting from our initial client meeting, our design team will transmit their unique visions to a set of schematic studies. These schematic studies will pose the approvals from the client on the project style, approach & budget.
Following the approval of the schematic studies and budget establishment, we will proceed into our design development stage. Within our design development we internally ensure all items pertaining to the schematic direction are considered, communicated and identified that support the actual build process for the project. Items such as detailed project specifications, municipality ordinance approvals, trade meetings, material selections and required revisions are completed. The developed drawings now serve as the project master plan and allows for precise cost conclusions for the clients review and approval.
With detailed and approved project design in hand, we will begin the construction and installation of your project. Due to the extreme importance of proper design interpretation, it is our inclination to fully design and construct our projects, bringing over 30 years of landscape excellence, knowledge and talent into your project. Our finely selected in-house crews and craftsman specialists will transform your design into reality with our fine touch of Garden Artistry.
Led by Director of Garden Care, Andrew VanHarken, our garden care services are precisely tailored for each garden and property. With a strong focus on plant health care and attention to detail, we ensure each garden is maintained with its original vision in mind. Enjoy the perks of a flourishing landscape, seasonal color displays and elegant garden accents that offer seasons of dynamic beauty with our White Glove Garden Care!
Led by Director of Garden Care, Andrew VanHarken, our garden care services are precisely tailored for each garden and property. With a strong focus on plant health care and attention to detail, we ensure each garden is maintained with its original vision in mind. Enjoy the perks of a flourishing landscape, seasonal color displays and elegant garden accents that offer seasons of dynamic beauty with our White Glove Garden Care!
Profile
A boutique approach to each project, R.Youngblood & Co. is known for our landscapes and gardens for the discerning private residence. Our staff, consisting of both degrees in design and horticulture pride ourselves on the combined experience and passion we offer in the art of garden making. Known for our strong creatives, high level detail and precise project management, R. Youngblood & Co. orchestrates each project from the initial budget establishment, design studies and in depth project installation. Overseeing each element, our project build process ensures each project item is coordinated, communicated and managed to ensure the desired results and initial design visions are achieved.
Beyond the original establishment of a new project we are committed to the long-term development of our landscapes. Committed to the vision that each project design intended at its conception, we offer preciously tailored Garden Care Programs. As a firm it is our ultimate desire to connect people in well designed and maintained, memorable outdoor spaces.
Ryan Youngblood
President
Since establishing R.Youngblood & Co. in 1997, Ryan has developed the firm into one of great recognition. With a degree in Horticulture and a deep passion for the making of gardens that are harmonious to lifestyle, environment and architecture; Ryan has conceptualized and directed the development of many fine gardens and landscapes. All of which, enhance the lives of those who dwell within them. Under his guidance our firm has been the proud recipient of multiple awards.
Sandy Andis
Office Manager
Joining R. Youngblood & Co. in 2011, Sandy is a direct assistant to Ryan Youngblood and oversees all business administration and employee HR aspects. She organizes the office effectively and has a strong ability to multi-manage many facets of the company. Her knowledge and skill sets serve the company well and results in a well organized, accurate and on-time approach to a critical area of our firm.
Andrew VanHarken
Director of Garden Care
Andrew was a welcome addition to R.Youngblood & Co. in 2014 as our Director of Garden Care. Following the establishment of a garden install, he tailors a garden care program to ensure each project results in the memorable space the design intended. With a degree in Horticulture, a keen eye for detail, and an inborn passion for the love of gardens; each space under his management is known to thoroughly enhance the time spent within. Beyond his talents of high level garden care, Andrew is naturally creative with garden space enhancements, garden planters, and seasonal color displays.
Gentian Tafilaj
Company Controller
With a Bachelors of Business Administration in Finance, Genti serves as our Company Controller and guides our financial, day to day accounting and budgeting duties. With a keen eye for financial detail and accuracy, Genti delivers timely and precise data for effective and accurate critical decision making.
Charlie Eastman
Project Director
A graduate from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture/Landscape with an emphasis on Design/Build, Charlie joined R.Youngblood & Co. in 2019. Prior to joining our team he spent thirteen years in the Chicago landscape market. He plays an essential role in the gardens we create and brings a comprehensive approach to the role of project manager with his strong ability to coordinate and direct high level projects. Understanding the variable dynamics of managing a project install; he has mastered the ability to study a plan, communicate, prioritize and organize the most effective strategy as it pertains to schedule, material accruement, logistics, and quality control. Once a plan is approved and scheduled for implementation; Charlie communicates between trades, our office, and the client ensuring the desired result is effectively accomplished in design vision, timeline, and budget.
Justyna Lubinska
Landscape Architect
With a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Justyna joined our design team in 2025. Her passion and trained eye for high level landscape architecture has heightened our design office. Justyna aids our design office in all aspects of our design process. With a strong understanding with the relationship of site, architecture, proportions and scale; Justyna strongly enhances our design team with her abilities to create high level computer aided landscape renderings and illustrations. Her understanding of a site’s existing conditions, and the connection of creative site potentials strengthens the opportunities for remarkable gardens and landscapes.
Daniel Robey
Landscape Architect
Design Partner
Jesse Edwards
Landscape Designer
Design Partner
JD Padilla
Garden Care Account Manager
A liaison between our Director of Garden Care, crew leaders, sub-contractor and clients, JD ensures each of his assigned properties result in a highly maintained and memorable space with our White Glove Garden Care Program. As a Garden Care Account Manager, JD is focused on routine crew training, logistics, communications, proper horticulture practices and quality control. JD serves as his clients first point of contact to ensure all targets are achieved while connecting office and field operations together.
Michael Champoux
Garden Care Account Manager
A liaison between our Director of Garden Care, crew leaders, sub-contractor and clients, Michael ensures each of his assigned properties result in a highly maintained and memorable space with our White Glove Garden Care Program. As a Garden Care Account Manager, Michael is focused on routine crew training, logistics, communications, proper horticulture practices and quality control. Michael serves as his clients first point of contact to ensure all targets are achieved while connecting office and field operations together.
Ryan Youngblood
President
Since establishing R.Youngblood & Co. in 1997, Ryan has developed the firm into one of great recognition. With a degree in Horticulture and a deep passion for the making of gardens that are harmonious to lifestyle, environment and architecture; Ryan has conceptualized and directed the development of many fine gardens and landscapes. All of which, enhance the lives of those who dwell within them. Under his guidance our firm has been the proud recipient of multiple awards.
Sandy Andis
Office Manager
Joining R. Youngblood & Co. in 2011, Sandy is a direct assistant to Ryan Youngblood and oversees all business administration and employee HR aspects. She organizes the office effectively and has a strong ability to multi-manage many facets of the company. Her knowledge and skill sets serve the company well and results in a well organized, accurate and on-time approach to a critical area of our firm.
Andrew VanHarken
Director of Garden Care
Andrew was a welcome addition to R.Youngblood & Co. in 2014 as our Director of Garden Care. Following the establishment of a garden install, he tailors a garden care program to ensure each project results in the memorable space the design intended. With a degree in Horticulture, a keen eye for detail, and an inborn passion for the love of gardens; each space under his management is known to thoroughly enhance the time spent within. Beyond his talents of high level garden care, Andrew is naturally creative with garden space enhancements, garden planters, and seasonal color displays.
Gentian Tafilaj
Company Controller
With a Bachelors of Business Administration in Finance, Genti serves as our Company Controller and guides our financial, day to day accounting and budgeting duties. With a keen eye for financial detail and accuracy, Genti delivers timely and precise data for effective and accurate critical decision making.
Charlie Eastman
Project Director
A graduate from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture/Landscape with an emphasis on Design/Build, Charlie joined R.Youngblood & Co. in 2019. Prior to joining our team he spent thirteen years in the Chicago landscape market. He plays an essential role in the gardens we create and brings a comprehensive approach to the role of project manager with his strong ability to coordinate and direct high level projects. Understanding the variable dynamics of managing a project install; he has mastered the ability to study a plan, communicate, prioritize and organize the most effective strategy as it pertains to schedule, material accruement, logistics, and quality control. Once a plan is approved and scheduled for implementation; Charlie communicates between trades, our office, and the client ensuring the desired result is effectively accomplished in design vision, timeline, and budget.
Justyna Lubinska
Landscape Architect
With a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Justyna joined our design team in 2025. Her passion and trained eye for high level landscape architecture has heightened our design office. Justyna aids our design office in all aspects of our design process. With a strong understanding with the relationship of site, architecture, proportions and scale; Justyna strongly enhances our design team with her abilities to create high level computer aided landscape renderings and illustrations. Her understanding of a site’s existing conditions, and the connection of creative site potentials strengthens the opportunities for remarkable gardens and landscapes.
Daniel Robey
Landscape Architect
Design Partner
Jesse Edwards
Landscape Designer
Design Partner
JD Padilla
Garden Care Account Manager
A liaison between our Director of Garden Care, crew leaders, sub-contractor and clients, JD ensures each of his assigned properties result in a highly maintained and memorable space with our White Glove Garden Care Program. As a Garden Care Account Manager, JD is focused on routine crew training, logistics, communications, proper horticulture practices and quality control. JD serves as his clients first point of contact to ensure all targets are achieved while connecting office and field operations together.
Michael Champoux
Garden Care Account Manager
A liaison between our Director of Garden Care, crew leaders, sub-contractor and clients, Michael ensures each of his assigned properties result in a highly maintained and memorable space with our White Glove Garden Care Program. As a Garden Care Account Manager, Michael is focused on routine crew training, logistics, communications, proper horticulture practices and quality control. Michael serves as his clients first point of contact to ensure all targets are achieved while connecting office and field operations together.
Publications
Detroit Design, June 2024
Detroit Design, March 2022
Private Gardens, Published Worldwide November 2019
Detroit Home Magazine, April 2019
Detroit Home Magazine, June 2018
Awards
Detroit Home Design Awards Winner, 2016
Best of Houzz Design, 2015
Best of Houzz Design, 2014
Detroit Home Design Awards Winner, 2010
Please contact Ryan Youngblood for more information.
512 MADISON AVENUE
ROCHESTER MI 48307
(248) 650‑1990
INFO@RYOUNGBLOOD.COM