Podcast 1214: How to Design a Luxury Outdoor Space: Tips from Award-Winning Landscaper Ryan Prange

In this episode of Beyond the Bottom Line, host Greg Voisen sits down with Ryan Prange, founder of the award-winning Falling Waters Landscape in Encinitas, California. With a passion rooted in family legacy and creativity unrestricted by industry norms, Ryan shares how his company has redefined landscape design through sustainable, client-centric, and design-build practices. From tackling challenging hillside installations to blending modern aesthetics with timeless function, Ryan walks us through his creative process, team culture, and the evolving trends in high-end and middle-market outdoor living. Whether you’re planning a six-figure transformation or simply love good design, this conversation reveals how a thoughtful landscape can be life-changing—and worth the investment. -The origin of Falling Waters Landscape – Ryan’s personal journey from working with his dad to founding a unique design-build firm. -What sets Falling Waters apart – Eco-conscious, client-first, modern minimalistic design with a focus on hardscaping. -The design-build approach – Benefits of having a single team for both design and installation. -Serving both high-end and mid-range clients – How design can be tailored to different budgets without compromising quality. -Challenging projects & creative solutions – Nicole’s Garden and navigating municipal restrictions. -Client collaboration & trust – Turning vague ideas into detailed, livable designs. -Why 3D renderings are rarely used – The pros and cons of visualizing landscapes digitally. -Building and retaining the right team – Culture, creativity, and internal alignment. -Emerging trends in landscaping – From pizza ovens and multi-use spaces to leaving behind gray-toned minimalism. -Advice for hesitant homeowners – Why landscaping is more than just an aesthetic investment. Our Guest, Ryan Prange: ➥ Business: Falling Waters Landscape ➥ Website: www.fallingwaterslandscape.com/ ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fallingwaterslandscape/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FallingWatersLandscape/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-prange-96636a102/ Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ https://gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/lvoisen/