Chad attended Montana State University's Environmental Horticulture and Landscape Design program, finishing in 2001. Since then, he has been active in the landscape industry throughout the Rocky Mountains. Chad is passionate about creating beautiful landscape environments, from running heavy equipment to the final annual flower placement. He truly enjoys what he does from start to finish and has won several Bozeman Beautification awards for projects that he has designed.
When he’s not running the business, Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. You can find them hiking, camping, or snowboarding at the local mountains.
Owner | Principal
Chad Rempfer
Rhonda is truly inspired by nature and feels most at home in the mountains of Montana. She has a passion for plants and beautiful landscapes and believes a landscape should be an extension of the home and sanctuary that reflects the family. She is proud to provide clients with the landscape of their dreams.
Outside the office, Rhonda stays busy with her partner Chad, beloved children, and two loyal old dogs. She loves hiking (especially in Yellowstone), camping, gardening, and traveling.
Owner | Managing Partner
Rhonda Rempfer
Jennifer brings over 18 years of experience in landscape architecture, planning, and design leadership. Her professional background includes private practice, public-sector projects, federal work, and higher education, shaped by work in Montana, Washington, and California, as well as diverse landscapes and regions throughout the United States. She holds a Master of Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia and degrees in Environmental Design and Art from the University of California, Davis.
Whether designing luxury residential properties, hospitality environments, commercial developments, or public spaces, Jennifer approaches each place as a unique expression of its setting and the people who experience it. Through the thoughtful integration of architecture, landform, planting, and materials, she helps create distinctive outdoor environments with a strong sense of atmosphere, character, and place. Travel, art, and an enduring curiosity about what makes places memorable continue to inform Jennifer’s design perspective.
Jennifer Britton, PLA, CLARB,
ASLA
Head of Landscape Architecture\
Senior Landscape Architect
Kris has proudly called Bozeman, Montana home for more than 30 years and has a deep appreciation for the people, community, and outdoor lifestyle that make this area so special. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, 3 amazing children, 2 crazy dogs, playing music and exploring the local trails on his mountain bike.
Throughout his career, he's built extensive experience in construction, transportation and sales, developing a strong work ethic and a customer-focused approach along the way. Kris is excited to bring that knowledge, experience, and passion to the Outdoor Design Studios family and help clients create outdoor spaces they can truly enjoy for years to come
Sales and Estimating
Kris Clone
Susan Long
She grew up in Michigan but calls Montana home. Susan began her employment with Outdoor Design Studios in 2017 at Red Barn Montana, before the rebranding to Outdoor Design Studios. She has 30+ years of experience working in accounting and finance. As Director of Finance, Susan is dedicated to driving sustainable growth through financial leadership, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making.
In her spare time, she travels to West Glacier to see her children and loves to kayak the rivers and go on hikes and horseback rides.
Director of Finance
Originally from northern Michigan, Devon has close to ten years in the landscaping industry. He has worked on and managed projects ranging from small one-day residential projects to full-scale commercial installations. Bringing an eye for detail and a mid-west work ethic, Devon aspires to not just complete installations, but to beautify homes and produce a meaningful, lasting impact on the daily comfort and enjoyment of homeowners.
Outside work, Devon enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, as well as all things Montana, including hiking, camping, hunting and skiing among many other outdoor pursuits.
Operations Manager
Devon Sweeney
Mikey Fregosi, ASLA
Mikey grew up in the Bay Area of California and moved to Montana to pursue his bachelor’s degree in Environmental Horticulture and Landscape Design at MSU. Before working with Outdoor Design Studios, Mikey worked in the field doing landscape construction and equipment operation in both Montana and Oregon. Mikey aims to expand his knowledge beyond the familiar residential designs and explore irrigation design and land planning.
In addition to his passion for landscaping, Mikey enjoys working on cars and spending time with family and friends. When he’s out of the office, Mikey spends his time skiing, mountain biking, and camping.
Landscape Designer
Apache has never met a stranger, making him the perfect Director of Client Relations. Always ready with a wag and a friendly greeting, he ensures everyone who walks through the door feels welcome. Whether he’s begging for treats or enjoying his third nap of the day, Apache boosts morale and keeps the team focused.
Client Relations
Apache
Penelope
Penelope was born in Kalispell and adopted by Susan in 2019. It is in her nature to hide and can be found in the office under the desks. She is a smart, sweet, and highly intuitive soul. The air and the great places to go for a swim are why she loves Montana! Montana is and always will be her home.
Office Liason