Absolute Landscapes is proud to announce that our team has earned three 2026 Awards of Excellence from the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP), recognizing outstanding landscape contracting and design-build work. These national industry honors include one Gold Award and two Silver Awards for our Pine Brooke, Crystal Ridge, and Underwood projects.
These awards reflect our team’s commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful landscape design, and creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces for our clients throughout Howard County, Maryland, and surrounding communities.
Absolute Landscapes’ 2026 NALP Awards at a Glance
We’re honored to receive recognition in two categories of the NALP Awards of Excellence program.
- Gold Award – Landscape Contracting: Pine Brooke
- Silver Award – Design Build: Crystal Ridge
- Silver Award – Design Build: Underwood
- Awarding Organization: National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)
- Award Date: September 10, 2026
The NALP Awards of Excellence recognize professional achievements within the landscape industry, celebrating the quality, creativity, and expertise demonstrated through completed landscape projects.
For Absolute Landscapes, these honors represent the dedication of our entire team, from initial planning and design to the details that bring each outdoor space to life.
Gold Award Winner: Pine Brooke – Excellence in Landscape Contracting
2026 NALP Gold Award of Excellence | Landscape Contracting
Our Pine Brooke project earned the 2026 NALP Gold Award of Excellence in Landscape Contracting, recognizing the craftsmanship and professional execution behind this landscape installation.
A successful landscape project requires more than an attractive design. It takes careful planning, experienced installation professionals, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality throughout every stage of construction.
At Absolute Landscapes, we approach each project with the goal of creating an outdoor environment that complements the property while providing lasting beauty and functionality.
The Gold Award recognition for Pine Brooke reflects the standards our team brings to every landscape installation.
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Silver Award Winner: Crystal Ridge – Excellence in Landscape Design-Build
2026 NALP Silver Award of Excellence | Design Build
Our Crystal Ridge project received a 2026 NALP Silver Award of Excellence in the Design Build category, recognizing our team’s work in bringing landscape design and construction together.
At Absolute Landscapes, our landscape design-build process focuses on creating outdoor environments where every element works together.
From the initial concept to the completed installation, we consider how each space will look, function, and complement the surrounding property.
Crystal Ridge represents the type of thoughtful landscape design and quality construction that define our approach to creating exceptional outdoor living spaces.
Silver Award Winner: Underwood – Excellence in Landscape Design-Build
2026 NALP Silver Award of Excellence | Design Build
Our Underwood project also earned a 2026 NALP Silver Award of Excellence in the Design Build category, marking another exciting achievement for the Absolute Landscapes team.
Every property presents unique opportunities to create an outdoor environment that reflects the homeowner’s vision and enhances the surrounding landscape.
Our design-build approach brings together creativity, practical planning, and skilled construction to create cohesive outdoor spaces designed for long-term enjoyment.
The recognition of Underwood further demonstrates our commitment to delivering beautiful, functional landscapes through thoughtful design and meticulous craftsmanship.
What These National Landscape Awards Mean for Our Clients
Choosing a landscape design-build company is an important decision, especially when planning a significant investment in your home or outdoor living space.
Recognition from the National Association of Landscape Professionals is one way homeowners can evaluate a company’s demonstrated experience and quality of work.
Our three 2026 Awards of Excellence highlight the capabilities we bring to our clients:
- Award-winning craftsmanship: Professional installation with careful attention to quality and detail.
- Integrated landscape design-build expertise: A coordinated approach from initial concept through construction.
- Personalized outdoor environments: Landscapes designed to complement each property’s unique characteristics and the client’s vision.
- Experience with complex outdoor projects: The expertise to coordinate landscaping, hardscaping, and outdoor living features.
- Commitment to lasting results: Thoughtful design, quality materials, and professional construction practices.
Whether you’re planning a complete backyard transformation, custom patio, outdoor living area, or comprehensive landscape installation, our team brings the same dedication to every project.
Explore our landscape and hardscape services to learn more about what we can create for your property.
Our Commitment to Award-Winning Landscape Design in Howard County, Maryland
For more than 20 years, Absolute Landscapes has helped homeowners create distinctive outdoor environments throughout Howard County, Carroll County, and surrounding Maryland communities, including Ellicott City, Clarksville, Glenwood, and Sykesville.
Our approach combines professional landscape design, high-quality materials, skilled installation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
These three NALP awards are an exciting milestone, but the most meaningful part of our work remains the opportunity to transform our clients’ outdoor spaces into places they can enjoy for years to come.
We’re incredibly proud of our designers, project managers, installation crews, and everyone who contributed to these award-winning projects. We’re equally grateful to the clients who trusted us with their properties and allowed our team to bring their visions to life.
Frequently Asked Questions About Absolute Landscapes’ 2026 NALP Awards
What awards did Absolute Landscapes win in 2026?
In 2026, Absolute Landscapes received eight prestigious awards and recognitions for excellence in landscape design, construction, outdoor living, and residential landscape maintenance. The company was named Best Landscape Designer by Modern Luxury’s DC Best of the City and earned three National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Awards of Excellence: a Gold Award for Pine Brooke and Silver Awards for Crystal Ridge and Underwood. Absolute Landscapes also received four Landscape Contractors Association (LCA) honors, including Grand Awards for Crystal Ridge and Pine Brooke, an Award of Distinction for Underwood, and an Honorable Mention for Drum Point. These achievements highlight the company’s award-winning landscaping and design-build expertise serving Howard County, Maryland, and surrounding areas.
What are the NALP Awards of Excellence?
The National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program recognizes outstanding work within the professional landscape industry, including achievements in landscape installation, design-build, and other landscape service categories.
What is the difference between landscape contracting and landscape design-build?
Landscape contracting provides homeowners with a single, trusted contractor to manage landscape installation and ongoing property maintenance. Keeping these services under one umbrella ensures consistent communication, coordinated care, and a proactive approach to maintaining the property’s beauty, health, and long-term value.
Landscape design-build focuses on larger landscape construction and outdoor living projects that require comprehensive planning and design. These projects involve collaboration between landscape designers, architects when needed, and dedicated project managers who oversee the process from initial concept through construction and final installation.
Does Absolute Landscapes provide landscape design-build services in Howard County, MD?
Yes. Absolute Landscapes provides professional landscape design-build and outdoor living services throughout Howard County, Maryland, including Ellicott City, Clarksville, Glenwood, and surrounding communities.
How can I start an award-winning landscape design project with Absolute Landscapes?
The first step is scheduling a consultation with our team. We’ll discuss your vision, evaluate your outdoor space, and help develop a landscape design and construction plan tailored to your property.
Bring Award-Winning Landscape Design to Your Property
Your outdoor space deserves the same level of creativity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that earned Absolute Landscapes three national Awards of Excellence in 2026.
Whether you’re envisioning a complete landscape transformation, custom hardscaping, or an inviting outdoor living area, our experienced team is ready to help bring your ideas to life.
Ready to transform your outdoor space? Contact Absolute Landscapes today to schedule a consultation and discover what our award-winning landscape design-build team can create for your property.
