Ian Ambler
Prior to founding Ambler Design in 2005, Ian worked on large commercial landscape projects all over North America, Asia, and Europe after earning a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from Cornell University. He is thrilled to have returned to his native Vermont to focus on enhancing the homes and businesses of his community. Ian lives in Waterbury with his wife Stacey and children.
Stacey Ambler
Stacey is a Master Gardener, former Waldorf School teacher, and environmental educator, She has training in environmental resource management, fine arts, and permaculture. Her experience and love of plants bring artistic form and social function to our design work
Albert Demag
Site Supervisor / Construction Manager
Albert joined the Ambler Design team in 2009. He has over 25 years of landscape construction experience and is the key link between the design and construction in the field. Versatile in all aspects of the construction process, Albert can be seen on any given day orchestrating the transformation of what may seem like a chaotic project site into a beautiful crafted landscape. Albert lives with his family in Wolcott.
Nick Chase
Construction Foreman / Senior Mason
Nick joined Ambler Design in 2012 and has over 20 years experience. His dedication to each project is apparent, frequently putting in extra time and effort to finish his work for the day. Nicks patience, hard working ethic always ensures a job done well and in good time. He is a major asset to our team. Nick lives in Craftsbury with his girlfriend.
Luke Aupperlee
Truck Driver / Job Site Corrdinator
Luke joined Ambler Design in 2014. Luke drives our dump truck and is an essential link to keeping various projects running smoothly. He does a great job making sure all the crews have what they need when they need it. If we had an award for attendance, Luke would probably win every year. Luke lives with his girlfriend and 3 cats in Morrisville.
Phil Phelps
Mechanic / Machine Operator
Phil has been a member of Ambler Design since 2015. He brings 40+ years of experience in site supervision, heavy equipment operation and machine maintenance. Phil’s ability to fix or troubleshoot just about anything from a compactor to an excavator keeps our construction team running efficiently. Phil lives in Elmore with his wife and on weekends can be found restoring antique tractors or helping a neighbor with a construction project.
Colby Grant
Mason / Landscape Installer
Colby joined Ambler Design in 2015 and has become an essential part of the team as his skill set has grown to include stone work and machine operation. Colby’s easy going, friendly attitude makes him a great guy to have on any crew. He works well with everyone and can fulfill any number of roles. Colby lives with his daughter in a really cool converted shipping container house in Morrisville.
Jeff Wentzel
Stone Mason
Jeff joined the Ambler team in 2019. A true craftsman, his attention to detail and appreciation of a job well done is noteworthy. With over 20 years experience as a stone mason he is a valued member of Ambler Design. He is an avid hunter, outdoorsman and ski patroller in the winter months. Jeff lives in Jeffersonville.
Adam Argo
Head Gardener / Landscape Installer
Adam joined Ambler Design in 2019. He has quickly fulfilled the role of Head Gardener. His keen interest in Vermont fauna and ornamental plants have been a great addition to the skill set of our team. In the winter months, Adam can often be found on a mountain skiing or taking photographs. Adam lives in Stowe.