On November 10, Colorado’s landscape industry association, Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado (ALCC), announced the recipients of its 2021 ELITE Awards. The ELITE Awards is the only program of its kind in Colorado and recognizes landscape companies and professionals who demonstrate unparalleled professionalism, excellence, management practices, sustainability and innovation.

“This year’s award winners demonstrated outstanding commitment to the central values of our industry, even during one of the busiest and most challenging seasons we’ve ever had,” said ALCC Chief Executive Officer John McMahon. “They have exhibited impressive environmental stewardsh­­ip as well as sound business practices and community service.”

Click the category title to see learn more about the award recipients.

Gold Award: Lifescape Colorado – application of Xeriscape principles on a 1930s Tudor-style Denver, CO home

Silver Award: Tree of Life Landscapes – creation of a private entertaining space that balances an ultramodern Boulder, CO home

Bronze Award: Phase One Landscapes – renovation of a Parker, CO outdoor living space to cater to all generations

Landscape Construction

Gold Award for Residential Landscape Construction: Changing Landscapes – landscape renovation at a Boulder, CO home

Silver Award for Commercial Landscape Construction: Landtech Contractors – construction of a new “outdoor gateway” to Coors Field, the Colorado Rockies stadium in Denver

Bronze Award for Commercial Landscape Construction: Tree of Life Landscapes – landscape renovation outside a Denver, CO apartment community

Maintenance

Gold Award for Commercial Landscape Maintenance: Environmental Designs, Inc.  – extensive upkeep of a condominium community in Loveland, CO

Gold Award for Residential Landscape Maintenance: Lifescape Colorado – meticulous maintenance at an English, garden-style home in Denver, CO

See all of the awards categories and honorees at www.alcc.com/elite-2021.