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Chicago's Premier Landscape Design & Build Company

Founded in Skokie, IL. Built to serve the North Shore and Northwest Suburbs. Skyline Exteriors exists for one reason: to deliver landscape transformations that exceed what clients thought was possible on their property.

The Team

People behind the work

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Eddie S.
Eddie S.
President / Co-Founder
Eddie S.
President / Co-Founder · 45 years
BackgroundStarted mowing lawns with Christian 4 years ago. Former mover and personal trainer.
Best atEngineering solutions that make everyone's lives easier.
Hidden skillInnovation and leadership — constantly on the cutting edge.
Outside workMusic, singing, drums, piano, working out.
To our clientsHere at Skyline it is always Day 1. I put my best foot forward always.
Fun factLoves movies.

Time is more valuable than money.

Christian O.
Christian O.
VP / Co-Founder / CEO
Christian O.
VP / Co-Founder / CEO · Since the beginning
BackgroundPlayed D2 college football in Iowa. Lane Tech College Prep alum. Co-founded Skyline from the ground up — started mowing lawns with Eddie 4 years ago.
Best atMaking sure every person on the team has the tools and resources to be successful.
Hidden skillSense of humor — most people don't think of him as funny, but he is.
Outside workReading, hiking, skiing, travel, fast cars, interesting conversations, sunset walks on the pier.
To our clientsIf you work with me, you're going to get exactly what you want.
Fun factHis mom thought he'd be an actor or comedian — he ended up digging ditches and mowing lawns.

The brave may not live long, but the cautious may not live at all.

John N.
John N.
General Manager
John N.
General Manager · 2 weeks
Background45 years in the landscaping industry. Former Branch Manager. Degree in Engineering + FNGLA certified.
Best atPeople.
Hidden skillTeam building and mentoring.
Outside workBoating and wave running.
To our clientsI'm always honest with them.
Fun factHates failure.

Always do your best to make it right.

Sofia A.
Sofia A.
Operations Manager
Sofia A.
Operations Manager · 2 years
BackgroundOperations Manager across US logistics, e-commerce, and AU marketing companies.
Best atPeople management.
Hidden skillResourcefulness under pressure — adapts fast, finds solutions.
Outside workPraise & Worship — loves singing for the Lord.
To our clientsI approach every client with genuine care, empathy, and hospitality.
Fun factJoined The Voice Kids PH Season 1.

He has made everything beautiful in its time. — Ecclesiastes 3:11

Jancem O.
Jancem O.
Estimator & Designer
Jancem O.
Estimator & Designer · 2 months
BackgroundArchitecture student and freelance Singer/Musician. Experience in construction and design firms.
Best atUnderstanding scope of work and landscape design.
Hidden skillWide and conspicuous thinker and analyzer.
Outside workSports, gaming, music, art.
To our clientsI take every task with utmost prudence and consideration.
Fun factHis voice doesn't match his face.

What matters most is that someone will know they're not alone.

Krishna M.
Krishna M.
Business Development
Krishna M.
Business Development · 1 yr 5 mo
BackgroundFormer Team Leader in BPO. Certified in customer handling and team leadership.
Best atClient communication and keeping everything organized.
Hidden skillQuietly mentors teammates and shares best practices.
Outside workFamily time, watching series, walks with her child.
To our clientsI genuinely care — nothing falls through the cracks.
Fun factBig eater but won't touch anything jelly.

Yesterday is yesterday, today is today, tomorrow is tomorrow.

Aliyah J.
Aliyah J.
Account Manager
Aliyah J.
Account Manager · 5 months
BackgroundTeam Lead in BPO while completing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering. Referred by Sofia.
Best atAdmin tasks — works smarter, not harder.
Hidden skillEfficiency without compromising quality.
Outside workCafe hopping, baking, cooking.
To our clientsAttention to detail, clear communication, focused on your needs.
Fun factBeen in a relationship for almost a decade.

If it costs you your peace, it's too expensive.

Bianca E.
Bianca E.
Marketing Specialist
Bianca E.
Marketing Specialist · 1 month
BackgroundBS Business Administration. Google Digital Marketing certified. Currently studying AI & automation.
Best atDesigning and keeping up with marketing trends.
Hidden skillAttention to detail — catches the small things that make a big difference.
Outside workTravel, gym, pilates, tennis, music, exploring cultures.
To our clientsDetail-oriented and collaborative — I make sure we're all on the same page.
Fun factWas a cheerleader. Wants to try skydiving and freediving.

What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul.

45+

Years Serving Chicago

200+

Projects Completed

100%

Design & Build In-House

5★

Average Client Rating

Why We Exist

We Built This Company Because the Market Deserved Better.

Most landscaping companies in Chicago operate the same way: send a crew, mow the lawn, move on. No design thinking. No accountability. No relationship with the client.

Skyline Exteriors was built to be different. We target clients who care about their property — who want a landscape that reflects the quality of their home and their standards. We work with them from the first conversation through the final walkthrough, and beyond.

Based in Skokie, IL, we serve the North Shore and Northwest Suburbs with a full-service team that handles design, build, and ongoing maintenance — all under one roof.

Skyline Exteriors

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What We Stand For

The Standards We Hold Every Project To

01

Quality Without Compromise

We don't cut corners. Every project is executed to the same standard — whether it's a $15,000 patio or a $250,000 estate transformation. Our reputation is built on the work we leave behind.

02

One Team, Start to Finish

No subcontracting. No handoffs. The same team that designs your space builds it. That continuity is what separates a good project from a great one.

03

Proactive Communication

You'll never wonder what's happening with your project. We send updates before you have to ask. Every milestone is documented. Every change is communicated in advance.

04

Built for Chicago

We know this climate. We know the soil. We know what survives a Chicago winter and what doesn't. Every plant, every material, every drainage solution is selected with the Midwest in mind.

Service Area

Chicago's North Shore & Northwest Suburbs

WinnetkaGlencoeHighland ParkLake ForestKenilworthWilmetteEvanstonNorthbrookGlenviewDeerfieldBarringtonPalatineArlington HeightsSkokieLincolnwood

Ready to Work With a Team That Cares?

We only take on projects we can do right. Find out if yours qualifies.