About The Founder

Matt Smith
Founder and Design Director, The Ensata Design Firm

Matt Smith
Founder and Design Director, The Ensata Design Firm

Matt Smith is the founder and design director of The Ensata Design Firm, an on-demand landscape design studio trusted with design, visualization, and construction documentation for builders, contractors, and design professionals.

With a background spanning horticulture, construction, and architectural visualization, he brings a disciplined balance of creative vision and technical execution to every project.

The firm operates as a structured design partner, supporting projects from early concept through technical delivery. Work is organized into defined phases to ensure clarity of scope, consistent output, and alignment across teams.

The focus is on producing information that is clear, actionable, and buildable, enabling accurate pricing and efficient execution in the field.

Projects vary in scale, but the objective remains consistent: establish direction early, reduce ambiguity, and support streamlined delivery.

His work has earned industry recognition, appeared in national publications, and been realized across a range of settings, from contemporary coastal estates to historically significant landscapes.

Approach

Each project is developed with an emphasis on:

  • Clear spatial definition

  • Constructability

  • Coordination with project teams

  • Visual communication for client alignment

Design is treated as a defined professional service, not an informal step within construction.

Direction

The firm is focused on creating outdoor environments that are clearly defined, buildable, and designed to perform over time.

Design That Delivers.

Cover page of Green Profit magazine featuring Matt Smith, a young man with glasses, smiling at a garden center, with a quote about youth and lasting presence.
Cover of a magazine article titled "Finding Serenity in Success" featuring a smiling man with glasses and long hair, standing outdoors with plants and a building in the background. The article is about Matt Smith, a 2013 Red Fox/Young Retailer Award winner.

Ensata functions as a private design studio that strategically partners with a select network of designers, engineers, and drafting professionals who share our commitment to precision and artistry. This structure allows us to scale seamlessly, managing complex projects while maintaining the singular design vision that defines our work.

The Network

Close-up of a branch with red berries and green leaves.
Photo of a young man with dark hair and glasses, wearing a black hoodie, standing against a dark brick wall. Next to him is a picture of a white hydrangea flower with green leaves.
A lush green tree with a twisted trunk grows from a large gray rock, surrounded by smaller green plants, against a black background.
A digital architectural line drawing of a modern multi-story house with large glass windows, a flat roof, and a spacious outdoor area with a pool.

Career Opportunities

We are always looking for great people. If you are Interested in working with us, please reach out to us, and we will be in touch. We can’t wait to hear from you!