Mt. Prospect, IL — Since
Chicago’s Award-Winning Landscape Design Firm
We’ve earned 10+ consecutive years of industry awards transforming outdoor spaces across the Chicago suburbs — led by principal designer Brian Dreher, a University of Missouri Plant Science graduate.
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✓ 15+ Years Experience
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✓ 3D Design Technology
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✓ Single-Team Accountability
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✓ Honest Estimates
Our Story
We Sow Beauty —
You Harvest Delight
Wave Outdoors is Mt. Prospect’s premier technology-driven landscape company, combining cutting-edge 3D visualization and drone technology with deep horticultural expertise. We serve affluent Chicago suburbs with a full-service approach — from initial design concept to final installation and ongoing maintenance.
Our philosophy is straightforward: “Our focus is providing quality landscape design, clear and responsive communication, while keeping a healthy employee environment.” This commitment shows in every project and every client relationship we build.
We specialize in delivering landscaping projects on time, within budget, and meeting or exceeding our clients’ expectations — with transparent, honest pricing and no high-pressure sales tactics.
- NW
- Chicago Suburbs
- 3D
- Design Technology
- 100%
- In-House Builds
- 5-Star
- Client Reviews
Meet the Team
The People Behind Wave Outdoors Landscape + Design
Our leadership team brings together deep expertise in design, operations, and client experience — working as a unified team to deliver every project.
Brian Dreher
Brian founded Wave Outdoors and leads the company with a hands-on approach rooted in deep horticultural expertise and a commitment to clear, responsive client communication.
Sunny Ziemer
Sunny leads the people and operations side of the business, ensuring the team and internal processes are set up to deliver consistently excellent results for every client.
Kimberly Dreher
Kimberly oversees the operational foundation of Wave Outdoors, keeping projects on track and ensuring the business runs with the precision clients rely on from start to finish.
Design Team Leadership
Our design department is led by two co-managers who partner closely — one owns systems and team support, the other owns creative vision and client relationships.
Ashley Harsanyi
Ashley manages the operational side of the design department — processes, timelines, permitting, and people leadership — so the design team can focus on delivering exceptional work.
Kevin Barnes
Kevin owns the creative vision and client experience for every design project. As the primary point of contact for design clients, he leads design sales and ensures the creative result exceeds expectations.
Recognition & Trust
10+ Consecutive Years of Industry Awards
Our commitment to quality and client service has been recognized year after year by the industry’s most respected platforms.
Best of Houzz Service Award
Angi Super Service Award
Techo-Bloc Techo-Pro
TimberTech & Azek
How We Work
Technology-Driven.
White Glove Service.
We’ve positioned ourselves at the forefront of landscape technology integration — combining drone site analysis with 3D visualization so you can see your future outdoor space before we break ground.
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Advanced 3D Design Visualization
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Experience your future outdoor space from multiple perspectives — entrance gates, house windows — with real-time modifications during consultations. Lighting simulation shows how spaces will look at different times of day.
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Drone Technology & Site Analysis
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Our drone technology deployment provides comprehensive aerial site analysis for precise measurements and efficient project planning — especially valuable for large properties and complex terrain.
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Transparent Communication & Honest Pricing
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Brian’s background as a CODA has instilled an exceptional awareness of communication needs. We use PandaDoc for documentation transparency and never push unnecessary upgrades — we recommend lower-cost options when appropriate.
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Sustainable Practices
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We incorporate native plant selection, efficient irrigation systems, and eco-friendly materials including composite decking with up to 85% recycled content — environmental responsibility alongside aesthetic excellence.
What We Do
Residential, Commercial & Municipal Landscaping
Find out why our clients hire us over and over again. Full-service capability from concept to completion.
What Our Customers Say
Real reviews from homeowners and property managers across Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Get an Estimate
Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space?
Tell us about your vision. Our team will review your request and reach out to schedule a comprehensive property consultation and 2D or 3D design session.
- ✓ Transparent, honest pricing
- ✓ Fully licensed and insured
- ✓ Award-winning 2D & 3D designs