Meet The Team

The People Behind Southern Love Landscaping


A great outdoor space starts with the right team. At Southern Love Landscaping, people who care about clear communication, dependable execution, and a finished result that reflects the homeowner’s goals guide every project.

Our team brings together design, operations, maintenance, and client support so every project has the attention it deserves from the first conversation through the final walkthrough.

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Southern Love Landscaping team collaborating on custom outdoor living and landscape projects — Southern Love

Built on Trust, Communication, and Follow-Through


Southern Love Landscaping was built to raise the standard for outdoor projects in the Austin area. Homeowners deserve a team that shows up, communicates clearly, and handles the details with care.

That standard shapes how our team works every day. Designers listen first. Operations keeps projects moving. Maintenance protects the finished space. Administration keeps communication clear and organized.

Together, we give clients a guided experience they feel confident in.

Landscape design and operations team providing professional outdoor project management — Southern Love

Our Team

  • Nikk Nguyen, Owner of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Nikk Nguyen

    Owner

    Nikk leads with a clear purpose: give homeowners a better experience with their outdoor projects. His vision shapes the company’s commitment to trust, quality, and a transparent process.

  • Laura Watkins, Sales Associate/Designer of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Laura Watkins

    Sales Associate/Designer

    Laura works with clients during the planning and design phase, learning how they want to use their space and translating those goals into a clear direction for the project.

  • Dustin Madsen, Maintenance Manager of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Dustin Madsen

    Maintenance Manager

    Dustin oversees maintenance services that keep properties looking cared for after the build is complete. His work supports long-term property health, curb appeal, and consistency.

  • Harrison White, Sales Associate/Designer of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Harrison White

    Sales Associate/Designer

    Harrison guides homeowners through the early stages of their project, bringing clarity to scope, budget, layout, and the overall direction of the outdoor space.

  • Jason Christian, Sales Associate/Designer of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Jason Christian

    Sales Associate/Designer

    Jason works with homeowners to understand their property, priorities, and goals, then guides them toward a project plan that fits the space and the way they want to live outside.

  • Paola Callison, Director of Operations of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Paola Callison

    Director of Operations

    Paola keeps projects organized once the work moves into production. She coordinates schedules, supports the team in the field, and keeps the process moving with clear communication.

  • Thanh Thanh Truong, Administrative Manager of Southern Love Landscape & Design

    Thanh Thanh Truong

    Administrative Manager

    Thanh Thanh supports the client experience from the first inquiry forward. She keeps communication organized, schedules moving, and the right details in the right hands.

A Dedicated Team for a High-End Outdoor Experience

Your outdoor space is a major investment. Our team treats it that way.

Southern Love Landscaping brings design, planning, operations, and maintenance together under one roof so your project feels organized, informed, and professionally managed from start to finish.