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The Firm
50
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For Over 50 Years
LaurelRock has built its reputation on creating and maintaining landscapes with expertise and professionalism.
Award-Winning. Community Focused. Personalized.
Our Roots
1975
Dickson DeMarche, former CEO of LaurelRock, founded Dickson DeMarche Landscape Architects (DDLA) in Westport, Connecticut, to provide land planning and site design services for residential, commercial and municipal clients.
1984
Motivated by a desire to consistently produce higher quality projects and taking advantage of the firm’s many years of experience in site construction, DDLA added a construction management division. By the late 1980’s, DDLA was well established as one of the leading landscape architecture firms in Fairfield County.
1993
With a mission to become the premier provider of residential landscape design and construction services, Dickson and his son, Burt DeMarche, current President, founded LaurelRock. Carried forward by DDLA’s strong reputation, Burt and Dickson increased the firm’s offerings and grew LaurelRock to where it is today—an award-winning, full service residential landscape Design/Build and Property Management firm. On the eve of its 35th year in business, in 2009 LaurelRock emerged as a leader in Fairfield County’s growing sustainable Design/Build movement. Deeply committed to preserving the environment and protecting the area’s natural resources, the firm launched a series of educational seminars designed to help residential architects bridge the gap between homeowners and sustainable Design/Build best practices, inside and outside the home.
Today
With offices in Wilton, Connecticut, LaurelRock serves a core market area of Fairfield, Litchfield, and Westchester Counties. The company’s award-winning Design/Build Division has received over twenty state and national recognitions for its high quality residential design and construction services. The firm’s Property Management Division has received numerous national awards for excellence in residential maintenance and employee and fleet safety.
Today, with over 50 dedicated professionals on staff, LaurelRock demonstrates a commitment to excellence and leadership within the industry. With more than 1,000 designs to its credit and hundreds of satisfied maintenance clients, LaurelRock has earned its reputation as one of the area’s premier landscape companies.
Leadership
President
With a strong background in horticulture and business management, a dedication to superior client service, and a commitment to sustainability, Burt has been instrumental in leading LaurelRock...
Vice President Operations
An expert in turf and plant health care, as well as a skilled production manager, Peter is highly regarded among clients for his proactive approach to managing landscape crews and delivering excellent customer service...
Controller
With over a decade of experience in accounting and finance, Chris is a seasoned Accountant dedicated to helping individuals and businesses navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence...
The Team
Landscape Management / Enhancements / Tree
Garden & Property Manager
Peggy’s professional garden nursery experience developed at Terrain, in Westport, CT where she combined her strong customer care skills and plant knowledge...
Garden & Property Manager / Designer
David is a seasoned professional in the field of landscape horticulture, boasting over four decades of experience...
Garden & Property Manager
Paul DiGiovanni is a passionate nature enthusiast with a deep appreciation for the outdoors.
Garden & Property Manager
Ana Is a seasoned professional with over 10 years' experience in nursery retail management all across Fairfield County...
Enhancements & Tree Operations Manager
Tim is a professional horticulturist with a diverse background in plant health care and fine gardening...
Weekly Maintenance Field Supervisor
Since 2010, Wilton has held a leadership position with LaurelRock’s Weekly Maintenance Team...
Fine Gardening Field Supervisor
Santiago has been an invaluable member of the Laurelrock team for 13 years, making his mark from the ground up...
Design/Build
Design/Build Project Manager
Don joins our team at LaurelRock with over thirty years of experience in the green industry and the hospitality sector...
Construction Operations Manager
With 30 years of hands-on experience in landscaping coupled with a degree in landscape architecture, John is a seasoned professional.
Fleet and Facilities Manager
Chris joined LaurelRock with over 6 years of experience in landscape and construction work. His knowledge of mechanics...
Administration & Finance
Contract Administrator & Production Coordinator
Kim's background and experience is very well rounded in this industry with a focus on admin...
Accountant
Scott is a dedicated professional with a Master’s degree in Accounting from Sacred Heart University...
Contract Administrator & Client Relations
Anastasia has lifetime of experience in the landscape industry having grown up with the family business..
Lead Office / Human Resources Administrator
Amanda is the Lead Office/HR Administrator at LaurelRock, where she excels in streamlining office operations...
The cutting garden looks magnificent! I have been cutting 25-40 tulips a day for the house and to give to friends and you can't even tell! I know that your team was here over several days in a week, putting down sweet peat, pruning, clipping and tidying up. Our property has never looked better, and we are so grateful to you and your team for all of your hard work and attention to detail! Thank you!
Resident
Greenwich, CT
The yard looks great with the edging and new mulch.
Resident
Westport, CT
… to say that LaurelRock exceeded our expectations is an understatement! … an aesthetically beautiful and practical … all elements are in harmony plus the sculpture as the focal point is a wonderful element of surprise.
Resident
Bedford Hills, NY
We join the choir of applause to a great company that earned an impressive collection of awards in such a competitive field. We are very happy to be among the clients who receive the benefit of your talent and integrity.
Resident
Wilton, CT
I wanted to let you know how totally happy we are with everything you have created here. It is beautiful and we love it. Thank you for being willing to work with us out in East Hampton and for your great ideas and creativity. You are terrific to work with.
Resident
Garrison, NY
We are delighted with the landscaping. It is beautiful and does exactly what we wanted. We will be recommending you to our friends and neighbors, and look forward to using your services again.
Resident
Rowayton, CT
… I just want to commend you all on my incredible LaurelRock green lawn! Amazing. Everything is perfect for our showing. Delighted.
Resident
Westport, CT
As far as feedback for the project goes, I think the end result is beautiful. It makes me smile every time I come in the driveway... On any project like this there are going to be bumps in the road. My philosophy has always been, stuff happens, but what matters is how people handle it. You and (your team) were consummate professionals in how you dealt with the challenges, making for an overall good experience and an outstanding result.
Resident
Greenwich, CT
By the way, I have been so impressed with LaurelRock...great communication, work is amazing and your guys on the job are all so friendly and pleasant.
Resident
Westport, CT
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