GOLDEN MEAN LANDSCAPES - Key Persons
Horticulture has been a part of Carrie's life since childhood, when she was a junior member of the Dundas Horticultural Society. Over the years she completed a Ph.D. in Biology and worked as a research technician at the McMaster University greenhouse, as well as being a botany tutor and head gardener at a private golf club. More recently, Carrie was a horticulture manager at a midsized landscape company before setting out independently to care for a select number of private gardens.
Carrie tends each garden space as if it were her own, striving to create an environment that benefits all who enter it, down to the smallest creature. She is very pleased to be a part of the dynamic and excellence-driven team at Golden Mean Landscapes.
For founder and owner Darren Allen, landscaping is a second career. After working successfully in pharmaceuticals, he took night courses in landscape design to indulge his passion for the outdoors. He left a six-figure salary to work as a labourer, starting at the bottom before launching his own firm in 2004. Golden Mean Landscapes has grown through Darren's commitment to people and craftsmanship.
Richard is a dynamic individual who thrives on embracing every facet of life with enthusiasm. His journey commenced at the age of 13, when he embarked as a part-time labourer, actively contributing to the construction of pools and the enhancement of their surrounding landscapes. This early experience ignited a profound passion within him for meticulous, detail-oriented craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier quality products.
Today, Richard stands as an invaluable asset within our team, known for his dedication to excellence and his drive to create awe-inspiring outdoor spaces. His journey toward professional landscaping mastery led him to Niagara College, where he embarked on a path of formal education, ultimately earning certification as a landscaping technician. Richard's remarkable journey, marked by a relentless pursuit of perfection, serves as a testament to his unwavering commitment to the art of landscaping.