OUR TEAM

OWNER - PRINCIPAL DESIGNER - RON KOTCHO

Ron Kotcho was born in Pittsburgh, Pa. in 1953. He is an accomplished landscape designer specializing in residential design, installation and aftercare.

In 2012, one of Ron's designs was chosen for inclusion in the Smithsonian's national archives of American gardens. His work has also been featured in the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, Shady Avenue magazine and the Pittsburgh Quarterly.

After living and studying in the Netherlands and Italy for four years, Ron received a Chancellors scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh where he graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Art History. After graduating, he worked for Medrad Inc. as International Marketing Manager. After traveling extensively in his position, Ron changed course and moved to Boulder, Co. to contemplate the meaning of existence. He concluded that, at the age of four, the day his mother gave him a Marsh Wheeling cigar box filled with marigold, zinnia and Morning glory seeds his destiny had been sealed. Thanks to the wisdom of his mother, the seeds of a lifelong passion for gardening and design had been sown. Today, marigolds and zinnia are a tough find in Ron's designs. The objective now is to create garden spaces that are balanced, cohesive, purposeful, inviting and compliment the architecture and the design site. Ron approaches each design as a living, growing work of art.

In his spare time, Ron enjoys doing art work. He works with various materials to create multimedia collages. He loves regional Italian food and is a cooking enthusiast.

SITE SUPERVISOR - BOB DEMMLER

Bob Demmler is a multifaceted professional whose journey seamlessly blends creativity, leadership, and a passion for the arts. Armed with a BFA in Design from Robert Morris University, Bob embarked on a remarkable career spanning over two decades in the landscaping field. As a devoted father of two, he balances his commitment to family with his thriving professional endeavors.

Currently serving as a Visual Communications Coordinator on a full-time basis, Bob's role showcases his innate talent for design and strategic communication. Additionally, he dedicates part of his time to RJK, where his exceptional eye for composition and leadership skills have cemented his status as an invaluable team member.

Beyond his professional life, Bob is a martial arts aficionado, particularly in Jiu Jitsu, where he shares his expertise as an instructor. His enthusiasm for the cinematic arts extends to his role as a movie and television enthusiast, writing film reviews and more through the handle @BabblinBoutFilm on Instagram and Letterboxd, reflecting his diverse range of interests and passions.