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Tentinger Landscapes
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Who We Are
Tentinger Landscapes is a leading provider of outdoor landscape spaces and experiences that integrate in harmonious ways with the commercial, residential and municipal built environments they surround.
Our team of professionals is dedicated to building a beautiful, functional environment around you.
People Are the Difference
Meet Our Team
Matt Thumm – Senior Landscape Designer
Started in Landscape: 1996
Favorite part about the industry: Working with his favorite type of client: someone who enjoys the outdoors and puts equal importance on the outside of their house as they do the inside.
Hobbies/pastimes: Spending time outdoors with his family.
Education: Matt received a Bachelor’s of Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign) and has lived in the Tri-Cities area since 1999. He loves the “small town feel” of the area.
Luke Turner – Landscape Designer
Started in Landscape: 2019 (Working outdoors since age 7)
Favorite part about the industry: Bringing clients’ visions to life and creating outdoor spaces that extend time spent outdoors while enhancing mental and physical well-being.
Hobbies / pastimes: Rock climbing, fishing, spending time outdoors, and exploring nature with my dog.
Education: Graduated from Princeton University with a degree in Architecture and later transitioned into the landscape architecture field.
Additional info: Born in British Columbia, Canada, I grew up immersed in the woods and natural landscapes. Those early experiences shaped my passion for the outdoors and influenced my approach to design today. My goal is to create spaces in the Midwest that evoke the same sense of connection, comfort, and lasting memories that nature provided to me.
Tara Fisher - Maintenance Manager
Started in Landscape: 2011. After many years as a young kid mowing lawns and helping neighbors with landscape projects, I started my first official job with a commercial landscape company in 2011.
Favorite part about the industry: How it brings nature closer to people. Landscapes help bridge the gap between society and the natural environment while improving both physical and emotional well-being for everyone who experiences these spaces.
Hobbies/pastimes: You can usually find me outdoors—hiking new trails, kayaking the river, riding my motorcycle to explore new places, spending time with my boyfriend, dog, and family, or enjoying a nice fire in the backyard. I also enjoy attending charity events to help raise money and awareness for various causes.
Education:
-Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
-Concentration in Sustainable Landscape Design, Installation and Management
-Minor in Spanish
Zach Harmon – Landscape OPERATIONS Manager
Started in Landscape: 2003
Favorite part about the industry: Zach has always had a passion for the outdoors, a nicely mowed lawn, and well-cared for landscape.
Hobbies/pastimes: Spending quality time hanging out in the backyard with his kids, his wife, the dog and just truly enjoying it.
Education: Zach did a college internship fresh out of college in the summertime to finish up his Bachelor’s degree and has been in the industry ever since. He has lived in the area since 1981.
Francisco Fuentes - Project Manager Superintendent
Started in Landscape: 2001
Favorite part about the industry: Absolute passion for my work. I most enjoy creating beautiful outdoor spaces that make a meaningful impact on peoples’ lives.
Hobbies/pastimes: Spending time with my wife and kids. We love to hit the road and explore new places, especially old towns due to our love for history. Hiking with the family is always something we enjoy as well!
Education: Educated in Mexico, then attended Joliet Junior College for Engineering and Landscape Architecture.
Ben Hanley - Maintenance Supervisor
Started in Landscape: 2003. I have experience in traditional landscaping,15 years of tree service experience, and 3 years of experience in native landscaping.
Favorite part about the industry: My favorite part of the industry is caring for our clients’ properties as if they were my own and sharing the beauty that can be created with hard work and focused intention.
Hobbies/pastimes: My hobbies include bow fishing, Magic the Gathering, and everything music from playing guitar to seeing my favorite bands live.
Education: Associate’s Degree from Kishwaukee Community College in the Arts focusing in guitar, voice, and piano performance.
Bachelor’s Degree from Northern Illinois University in English: literature, language, and film.
Started in Landscape: 2019
Favorite part about the industry: Thoughtfully blending nature with beautiful family living spaces.
Hobbies/pastimes: Creating meaningful family memories while cooking Michelin-star–quality food
Education: NIU Bachelor of Arts in History- Business Minor
Started in Landscape: 2004. Zack is the founder and president of Tentinger Landscapes.
Favorite part about the industry: Seeing the results of our team’s hard efforts designing, building, and maintaining amazing spaces for our clients. My passion for seeing our team grow and develop is the only equal.
Hobbies/pastimes: Time with family, waterfowl and upland hunting.
Education: Zack graduated from Marmion Academy in Aurora, IL before attending Purdue University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture along with a Minor in Horticulture.
Currently, he serves as the visionary of the company through business management and expanding client relations.
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Why use Tentinger Landscapes?
- Award winning landscape design & installation
- Family & locally owned & operated
- Experienced residential/commercial design & build
- We stand behind our work - GUARANTEED!
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