The SYNKD Live 2025 event, hosted in Atlanta, Georgia, brought together the brightest minds and boldest innovators from across the landscape industry. A key highlight of the event was the announcement of the winners for the prestigious SYNKD Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions in four categories: Newly SYNKD, Innovatively SYNKD, Environmentally SYNKD and Wildly SYNKD.

Zamora Design & Build

Redefining outdoor living, Zamora Design & Build integrates cutting-edge masonry, eco-friendly practices and advanced technology like drone mapping to deliver precision and client-focused designs. Their scalable success, supported by multimillion-dollar annual revenue, stems from bold leadership and a commitment to mentoring contractors and elevating industry standards. Zamora Design & Build is shaping the future of landscaping with innovation, transparency and exceptional client experiences.

INSIGHT™ by TreesROI™

INSIGHT™ by TreesROI™ revolutionizes tree root grading and inspection with nondestructive ground-penetrating radar, machine learning and deep-rooted tree biology knowledge. This groundbreaking tool improves tree quality, value and longevity, addressing the critical need to grow healthier urban trees to sustain life and enrich communities. Experts across geophysics, data science and sustainability have lauded this system as an industry game-changer, with its broader mission to “Grow Better Trees.”

Inside Out Landscape Design

Inside Out Landscape Design embodies sustainability through its use of native plants, practical hardscapes and cutting-edge, energy-efficient office practices. Their environmentally conscious headquarters feature solar panels, geothermal systems, reclaimed materials and vegetative roofs, while their landscape designs emphasize pollinator-friendly, drought-tolerant plants. Serving Central Kentucky, this community-minded business combines technical expertise and creativity to build landscapes that are beautiful, sustainable and impactful.

Smart Aquatics

Pioneers of luxury aquatic design, Smart Aquatics is known for groundbreaking projects like the world’s first residential cantilevered acrylic pool and the Lamborghini-in-the-pool project. Their bold engineering and innovation set new standards in the field, while their passion for sharing knowledge on social media inspires others to join the industry. By pushing the boundaries of design and encouraging creativity, Smart Aquatics is redefining what’s possible in water features and luxury pools.

These award winners exemplify the SYNKD vision of bringing together the design, build and maintain sectors to raise industry standards and foster collaboration. Congratulations to all the winners for their incredible achievements!

https://zamoradesignandbuild.com/

https://www.treesroi.com/

https://kentuckylandscapedesign.com/

https://www.smart-aquatics.com/