The Addison Group

02/26/2026

The future of outdoor living is all about comfort and connection. In this article brought to us by National Association of Landscape Professionals our own Tara Piergies-Baker weighs in on the landscape design trends that will define 2026. Dive in.

In 2026, continued inflation and a desire to stick to the budget will influence residential homeowners’ priorities for their landscapes. “Homeowners are focusing on features that provide long-term value and low maintenance, like durable natural materials, efficient irrigation, and multi-function...

02/25/2026

📣 We’re Hiring! – Sales Assistant (Nashville, TN)

Are you looking to make an impact? Ready to join a warm, welcoming company that values collaboration and exceptional client service?

If you’re proactive, detail-oriented, and love taking ownership of your work, this Sales Assistant role could be a perfect fit. We’re seeking someone who is accommodating and eager to support our team by managing client touchpoints, tracking proposals, and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

Sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!
Apply here 👉 https://www.indeed.com/job/sales-assistant-3aea3be7ae13fc3c

02/23/2026

In this video, Tara Piergies-Baker, The Addison Group’s VP of Custom Clients shares a glimpse of a small-space winter garden from New York City, reminding us that beauty, creativity, and growth can happen anywhere — even in the coldest seasons.

02/20/2026

Our innovative 3D renderings allow clients to visualize their outdoor spaces before construction begins — bringing confidence, creativity, and precision to every design decision.

02/18/2026

🌿 Employee Spotlight: Leslee Marshall 🌿

Meet Leslee Marshall, VP of Design & Project Delivery at The Addison Group—the creative and operational hub behind our work.

With more than 20 years in landscape architecture, Leslee brings an unmatched eye for design and a deep passion for horticulture to every project. Every project flows through Leslee—60 to 100 each month—making her the steady force that keeps our design vision aligned, our teams supported, and our projects moving forward. Simply put, she keeps everything on track.

We’re incredibly grateful for her leadership, expertise, and heart.

02/16/2026

At The Addison Group, Every Little Bit Counts (ELBC)—especially when it comes to protecting the world around us.

As a landscape architecture firm, nature and wildlife are central to our work. This February, our ELBC donation supports Walden's Puddle, a Middle Tennessee wildlife rehabilitation facility providing care for sick, injured, and orphaned native wildlife at no cost and without state or federal funding.

We’re proud to support those who care for the ecosystems we value.

Learn more:
https://waldenspuddle.org/

Donate here: https://www.igive.com/welcome/lp19/index.cfm?m=740478&c=13187

Because every little bit truly does count.

02/13/2026

This Valentine’s Day 💚, we’re celebrating what we love most: designing spaces for people. From cozy gathering spots to walkable, sensory-rich landscapes, human-centered design creates outdoor spaces that feel like home and foster community.

Read the blog to see how people-first landscapes are shaping the future of outdoor spaces. 🌿

👉https://addison-group.com/things-we-love/

02/11/2026

🎉 Partner of the Month Spotlight — LightCo!

We’re excited to recognize LightCo Design + Build as The Addison Group’s Partner of the Month! Based in Middle Tennessee, LightCo is a premier outdoor lighting firm passionate about design-forward lighting solutions that help properties shine day and night.

Here's how to connect with them:
Website: https://www.lightcotn.com/
Facebook: Lightco Design + Build

Thanks, LightCo, for your partnership and the light you bring to our community!

02/10/2026

🌿 February Flower of the Month: Walker’s Low Catmint 🌿

Perfect for Middle Tennessee, Walker’s Low Catmint thrives in our climate, handles heat and humidity, and stays beautiful with minimal maintenance. Its soft purple blooms attract pollinators, resist deer, and deliver long-lasting color.

Beautiful, durable, and dependable—just how we like it. 🌱

02/04/2026

Nothing beats a great partnership. Hear what TC Cartwright of Winborn Landscape Construction had to say about working with The Addison Group—and why we’re excited to keep building together.

02/01/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Kyle Lively! 🎉

Today, we’re excited to celebrate you! As a CAD Tech, your work plays a key role in bringing ideas to life and turning them into incredible spaces.

Career highlight: Watching projects evolve from initial ideas into great, finished spaces.

What Kyle enjoys most: Working with great people who are always willing to help and explain things to make the work easier—and better—for everyone.

Words Kyle lives by:
“There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there—you must go beyond them.”

Join us in wishing Kyle a fantastic birthday filled with celebration and good times!

01/28/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Tara and her well-earned promotion! 🎉

Tara joined The Addison Group over 2.5 years ago and has been an incredible asset to our growing company. Her passion for design, outstanding communication skills, and genuine commitment to helping others have made a lasting impact on both our team and our clients.

We’re excited to announce her promotion to VP of Custom Clients, where she’ll lead our custom client experience and continue delivering the exceptional service she’s known for throughout her 20+ year career.

As Owner & CEO Daniel Woods shares:

"Tara's passion for design, impeccable communication skills, and determination for helping others have elevated our company in so many ways. This promotion is a natural next step, and I couldn’t be more excited to see her lead our custom client experience."

Thank you for being you, Tara—we’re lucky to have you!