about us

We've Seen How Projects Fail

17 years across design, construction, and operations. Every role from labor to principal designer. Million-dollar installations, state buildings, universities, private estates. We've seen projects succeed—and we've seen them fail.

Most failures don't happen on the job site. They happen in the decision-making phase—when vision doesn't match reality, when stakeholders speak different languages, when risk isn't identified until it's too late.

That's why we moved upstream. We operate at the moment when the right decisions prevent expensive mistakes—before money is deployed, before ground is broken, before problems become permanent.

A woman squatting in a farm field, harvesting herbs in a sweater and wide brimmed hat

Where I Play—And Where I Don't

I've held every role from labor to principal designer. I know what $3 million plans look like when you only have $650,000. I know how projects break—and I've developed the pattern recognition to see it coming.

I do operate upstream: early-stage feasibility, scope definition, risk identification, owner representation. I bridge the gap between designers, builders, and investors who speak different languages. I coordinate teams and protect owners' interests during execution.

I don't swing hammers professionally anymore. I'm not a general contractor, and I don't pretend to be. When you need boots on the ground, I connect you with people I trust—and I stay on your side of the table to make sure it goes right.

This is where I add value: upstream of construction, where decisions determine success or failure.

17+

Years in Design & Construction

$1M+

Project Scopes Managed

30+

Team Members Coordinated

Texas Markets Served

Where I've Learned

The pattern recognition I bring to upstream work comes from years on the ground:

H-E-B Family Ranch | Wimberley, Texas
Design and project management for a 500-acre family compound. Landscape scope: $1.2M. Learned how to coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage scope, and deliver on complex timelines.

Texas State Capitol | Austin, Texas
Designed and installed the Firefighter Memorial landscape. Learned how to navigate government processes and institutional requirements.

Multi-Property Compounds | Lake Austin, Texas
Landscape design and installation coordination for high-net-worth residential projects. Learned how to work with demanding clients and tight budgets.

Commercial Development | DFW Airport
Current consulting work with JBJ Management on commercial development. Applying upstream thinking to real estate strategy.

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How We Work

We're direct, honest, and focused on long-term value. If something won't work, we'll tell you before you write the first check. We protect your interests, not our ego. And we only take on work where we can genuinely add value.

Upstream Thinking

We operate at the moment when decisions determine success or failure—before money is deployed, before problems become permanent.

Radical Honesty

If your project won't work, we'll tell you before you write the first check. No scope creep, no hidden agendas. Just straight answers.

Owner-Side Alignment

We sit on your side of the table. Our job is to protect your investment, not to expand scope or protect our margin.

Pattern Recognition

17 years across design, construction, and operations means we've seen how projects break—and developed the instincts to catch problems early.

Trusted Network

We've built relationships with contractors, designers, and specialists we trust. When you need boots on the ground, we connect you with the right people.

Long-Term Value

We're not optimizing for the next transaction. We build things that last, and we work with people who care about impact over extraction.

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What they say about us

“Working with Alex has been an absolute pleasure from start to finish. His creativity, attention to detail, and passion for landscape design are truly second to none. He approaches every project with fresh ideas and an open mind; the sky is the limit with what he can create.

Beyond his talent, Alex is incredibly punctual, clear and concise in his communication, and just fun to be around. The entire process felt effortless and enjoyable. I can’t recommend Alex highly enough to anyone looking to transform their outdoor space!"

Lance Ginn

Owner: athos industrial

01/03

"The genuine thought and consideration that goes into this man's work stand out. From draft to final product, everything has purpose and is crafted with the customers desires in mind to provide the dream result. Reaching out to Golman Universal turned a thought into reality, beyond happy with my results.

Regal Ford

SECURITIES SPECIALIST

02/03

“Alex went above and beyond when I ran into irrigation issues and even helped me navigate some frustrating HOA red tape.

He doesn’t just do the job; he makes sure it’s done right. You can tell he takes pride in his work, and he treats your property like it's his own.

Jaron Gin

Mechanical engineer

03/03

Background & Credentials

Co-founded Yarrow Landscaping and scaled it to 30 employees. Managed $250,000+ in simultaneous projects across four crews. Navigated funding, investors, city councils, pro formas, and demographics. Fought municipalities with engineering data and won. Took $3M architectural plans and redesigned them to fit a $650K budget. Current work includes commercial development consulting at DFW Airport.