TL;DR

Alexandria Jayde and Maurizio Lepori from Takaynar Landscaping share how they built a landscaping business grounded in sustainability, strong team culture, and meaningful client relationships. The episode explores everything from permaculture principles and project management to creating gardens that genuinely improve the way people live and connect with nature.

In this episode…

Our host Adam Hompas chats with Alexandria Jayde and Maurizio Lepori, co-directors of Takaynar Landscaping, about building a landscaping business grounded in sustainability, strong values, and meaningful client relationships.

From starting with little more than a shovel during the pandemic to growing a team of 10 across design, construction and maintenance, Alex and Maurizio share the story behind Takaynar Landscaping and the philosophy driving their work.

Drawing on backgrounds in permaculture, industrial engineering, and sustainable design, the pair discusses how they combine practical construction knowledge with holistic thinking to create landscapes that are not only beautiful but also deeply functional and long-lasting.

The conversation explores:

• How permaculture principles can influence modern residential landscaping
• Why client relationships and understanding lifestyle matter in the design process
• Building a strong workplace culture and growing a team sustainably
• The challenge of balancing technology, systems, and communication in a growing business
• Designing landscapes that encourage people to reconnect with nature
• The importance of local materials and thoughtful sourcing
• Lessons from Tasmania’s Tarkine rainforest and how it shaped their perspective on sustainability
• Why landscaping has the power to positively impact wellbeing and community

Alex and Maurizio also share their long-term vision for Takaynar Landscaping, including expanding into wellness spaces, schools, commercial projects, and international work between Australia and Italy.

A thoughtful conversation about the future of landscaping, creating spaces with purpose, and building a business that reflects your values.

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👁️‍🗨️ About Takaynar Landscaping

• Website: takaynar.com.au
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• Instagram: @takaynar
• LinkedIn: Takaynar | Maurizio Lepori | Alexandria Jayde

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