In this episode of Hard Hat CEO, Chris G. talks with landscape architect Matthieu Mehuys about how nature can give you a serious edge, whether you’re building homes, developing land, or just want to cut costs. Matthieu shares how his journey from growing up on a farm to working on projects around the world taught him that smarter landscaping can mean less maintenance, lower costs, and way more value. He also explains how good planning up front saves a ton of headaches later. If you're a contractor, investor, or homeowner looking to stand out, this episode gives you practical ideas that actually work.

Matthieu Mehuys is an award-winning author and passionate landscape architect whose journey from a family farm in Belgium to regenerative farming practices has led him to believe that landscape architects can indeed change the world. His fascination with plants since childhood drove him to become a landscape architect, a role he sees as instrumental in crafting environments that marry aesthetics with positive environmental impact. Through his work, he aims to empower individuals to transform their gardens into spaces that foster biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and reverse climate change.

Connect with Matthieu:
Website: https://www.paulownia-la.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthieu-mehuys-64b0b5111/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/matthieumehuys/
YT: https://www.youtube.com/@matthieumehuys

Grab a copy: https://www.12lawsofnature.com/

Tune in to his podcast: https://tinyurl.com/2pcpm2zb

Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:22) Matthew’s journey from farm life to landscape architecture
(4:02) Leaving engineering to follow his purpose
(6:56) How understanding nature helps grow your business
(8:38) Plants, soil health, and the law of frequency
(11:52) What Matthew looks at first when assessing land
(14:21) Reducing construction costs with better planning
(16:42) Law of mentalism
(18:27) What contractors can do to add value
(22:38) Managing water with smart design
(28:24) Landscaping’s impact on sales and home value
(30:07) The science behind why we love nature
(33:55) Final tips on working with experts and reducing chemicals
(36:13) Outro



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