About Us

We are a husband-and-wife landscape design and build team with a passion for creating outdoor environments that are artistic, functional, and naturally grounded. Our unique path into the industry shapes a collaborative approach, allowing us to craft beautiful, highly personalized outdoor spaces for every client.

LEIN /līn/ [German] Pronounced “Line”

Our Story

Rooted in passion and partnership

Our story began in 2017, when we met while working at a local landscape design-build and maintenance company. What began as teamwork on job sites quickly grew into a shared vision and a partnership that went beyond work.

Over the years, we continued to learn, honing our craft through hands-on experience, technical courses, and formal education in landscape architecture. By 2022, we knew it was time to take the leap and build something of our own that reflected our creativity, values, and love for what we do.

Lein Landscapes was founded in 2022, operating full-time in 2023. That same year, we tied the knot, officially teaming up in life and business. In the spring of 2025, we welcomed our first child, officially making us a family of four (our first baby will always be our black lab, Guinness!).

Our Mission

Our mission is to create timeless outdoor spaces through thoughtful design, expert craftsmanship, and a collaborative, integrated process. We aim to build environments that feel personal, functional, and rooted in nature, places that enrich everyday life and bring people together.

Meet the Team

  • Melissa Lein

    OWNER/DESIGNER

    Melissa leads the design side of our design-build partnership. She holds a Master of Landscape Architecture and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Geography from the University of Guelph, with minors in GIS and Studio Art. Drawing on her background in geography, GIS, studio art, and design, she brings ideas to life through cohesive, thoughtful landscapes that balance creativity with practical function.

  • Justin Lein

    OWNER/CONTRACTOR

    Justin leads the build side of our design-build partnership. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Sciences from the University of Guelph. With a strong foundation in physical sciences, he specializes in hardscape installations, including detailed stonework, grading, drainage, and earthworks. Justin also collaborates on 3D design development and brings a deep understanding of site and construction plans, helping ensure a smooth transition from design to build.

  • Guinness

    OFFICE DOG