You’re proud of your home, and we don’t blame you. You want a space you can enjoy and embrace in Kansas City. We want that, too.
High Prairie Outdoors & Pools: The Alfresco Lifestyle Company
At High Prairie Outdoors & Pools, we are not a landscape company. We are not a pool company. We are an Alfresco Lifestyle Company. Our passion and purpose are to create fully immersive outdoor environments that foster relaxation, connection, and enjoyment—seamlessly blending beauty, function, and longevity.
For too long, homeowners have had to endure the fragmented outdoor living process, juggling 15 to 25 different contractors just to complete a single project. The result? Scheduling conflicts, inconsistent craftsmanship, miscommunication, and endless change orders.
At High Prairie Outdoors & Pools, we have redefined the process. As an Alfresco Lifestyle Company, we handle every element of outdoor living—design, construction, and ongoing care—all under one roof. With 95–98% of the work completed in-house by our own year-round, trained, and certified professionals, we ensure a level of precision and quality unmatched in the industry.
What Sets High Prairie Apart?
- A Seamless, Elevated Experience – We eliminate the gaps, delays, and frustrations of traditional outdoor projects by providing a turnkey, start-to-finish approach to outdoor living.
- Exclusive, High-End Materials – Inspired by luxury interior design, we curate the textures, finishes, and artisan details that set our spaces apart, offering a level of refinement rarely seen outdoors.
- Legacy-Level Craftsmanship – We have traveled to Europe to study the world’s longest-lasting stonework, and we apply those same enduring construction methods to our pools, masonry, and hardscapes—building not just to code, but for generations to come.
- Dynamically Evolving Spaces – Outdoor environments should not be static; they should bolster new experiences with each season, transforming and enriching daily life throughout the year.
The Art of Alfresco Living
As an Alfresco Lifestyle Company, we believe that outdoor spaces should be experiential. They should immerse you in their surroundings—offering a sense of escape, tranquility, and inspiration.
With each season, a thoughtfully designed outdoor space creates new opportunities to engage the senses—whether it’s the vibrant energy of spring blooms, the cool serenity of a shaded summer retreat, the cozy warmth of autumn firelight, or the quiet elegance of a snow-covered garden.
At High Prairie, we don’t just create landscapes. We craft environments for a life well-lived outdoors.
The High Prairie Promise
For those who seek more than just a backyard—for those who value craftsmanship over shortcuts and experiences over mere aesthetics—High Prairie Outdoors & Pools offers a level of care, expertise, and artistry unmatched in the industry.
This isn’t just outdoor living.
This is the Alfresco Lifestyle.
This is High Prairie Outdoors & Pools.
Our Story: Creating Immersive Outdoor Experiences with Uncompromising Quality
What if a company set out to challenge the status quo of corner cutting and mediocracy within the landscaping and outdoor living industries? What if we believed that you deserve more. You deserve peace-of-mind with life-improving service and design.
At High Prairie Outdoors & Pools, we believe Kansas City homeowners deserve a better experience—one rooted in immersive, tailored outdoor environments built with uncompromising quality. Our journey began in 2010 when Robyn Schmitz, armed with nothing but an old Jeep and a deep desire to change the way outdoor living companies operated, set out to create a different kind of company. One that not only treated clients with respect but also treated employees with the same care and dignity.
Robyn’s frustration with poor-quality work and the mistreatment of employees in the industry led her to create a small, family-owned business that prioritized people and relationships. What started as a simple goal—to deliver a rare caliber of design, craftsmanship, and service—has grown into a business that now handles both intricate outdoor construction projects and complex garden care programs with excellence.
We’re still small enough to care but large enough to tackle any project. From custom pools and lush landscapes to exquisite outdoor kitchens, we’ve made it our mission to offer Kansas City homeowners exceptional outdoor spaces designed to enhance their quality of life. Every project we take on is more than just a job; it’s a partnership with the homeowner to create an environment that reflects their unique vision, tailored to their lifestyle.
While we may never be the cheapest, we provide value through lasting quality, peace of mind, and a commitment to maximizing your property’s potential. You deserve no less.
We believe that great outdoor living starts with great people—those who are educated, trustworthy, and dedicated to serving you year after year. That’s the High Prairie Outdoors & Pools difference.
Our Values
Our Mission: We Change Lives
We're on a mission to transform lives by creating meaningful experiences rooted in connection. We craft outdoor spaces that inspire relaxation, play, and togetherness. This is the al fresco lifestyle—a celebration of living fully in the fresh air, with loved ones, in spaces designed with care and tailored to elevate every moment.
Our commitment extends beyond the spaces we create. We believe in fostering lasting relationships built on trust and exceptional experiences. Whether with our clients, our partners, or our community, we aim to enrich lives through our dedication to excellence and innovation.
We are equally passionate about changing the lives of our team members. By cultivating a growth-oriented environment, we empower our teams to reach their full potential. Through innovation and professionalism, we are elevating the green industry, setting higher standards, and creating opportunities for rewarding work that makes a meaningful impact.
We change lives.
The High Prairie Process
An Experience-Driven Process
Our processes create customized solutions to help you master the art of the experience-driven lifestyle. This is what to expect when you work with us on Design/Build projects or all-inclusive Maintenance:
Get In Touch
Fill out our online form to get started. We'll be in touch to discuss the details of your project to make sure we're a good fit for you. If so, we'll set up your Discovery Meeting and provide a pricing guide to help you know what to expect.
Discovery Meeting
This is a free meeting at our design studio, where you'll select a design package. You'll have an opportunity to meet your designer and share details about your unique design style. We'll learn about your priorities and preferences as we help you discover your many options and possibilities. At this time, we'll collect half of the design fee.
Site Analysis
The Site Analysis breaks down the three pillars of memory making: how you relax, play, and connect. It includes measurements, drainage and grading considerations, architectural and existing element analysis, soil analysis, and a review of design opportunities, all seen through the lens of your three pillars.
Concept Reveal Meeting
At our studio or remotely, this is where you'll review your detailed design and discuss material options with your designer. If there are budget considerations, we can discuss phasing the project as needed.
Final Design Reveal and Proposal Presentation
We'll finalize the materials and order your selections upon your approval. Your Prairie Power Team will create a project plan, complete with milestones and target tasks. As we work through planning and permitting, you'll receive weekly updates, and after you sign, we'll get you on the schedule.
Crafting Your Space
The team will work diligently and according to schedule. You can track our progress and watch your landscape unfold via our project web platform.
Final Walkthrough + Ongoing Maintenance
You'll do a final walkthrough with the designer, and we will accept the final payment. You’ll learn more about our worry-free maintenance program options and we can schedule your Lawncierge project check-ins for proactive attention and monitoring of your new space.
Providing Exceptional Landscape Maintenance in Kansas City, MO, and These Area Communities
We offer our comprehensive landscaping services to homeowners throughout the Kansas City area:
- Parkville, Missouri
- Belton, Missouri
- Lee's Summit, Missouri
- Liberty, Missouri
- Blue Springs, Missouri
- Westwood, Kansas
- Fairway, Kansas
- Olathe, Kansas
- Mission Woods, Kansas
Visit our Service Area page to get a closer look at where we work.