About
Living WaterWe’re dedicated to leveraging our talents, expertise and passion to achieve your satisfaction through the planning, design, installation and maintenance of your landscape project. OUR VISION | OUR MISSION | OUR CORE VALUES | OUR TEAM
Our Commitment
Lisa and I, together with our entire team, are committed to leveraging our talents, experience, expertise and passion for the successful and rewarding completion of your project. We love what we do and are confident that you will, too!
Our Vision
We see your surroundings as a blank canvas that, once painted, surrounds you with sustainable beauty that stimulates your senses, rejuvenates your spirit and heals your soul.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to seamlessly and artfully weaving your outdoor living environment into your daily life by creating a stunningly sustainable ecosystem that beautifully enhances your property... your life... and your wellbeing. By applying our knowledge, experience, talents and, above all, passion, we become one with your aspirations and hopes for what will be an enduring legacy of nature.
Our Core Values
- Safety
- Care
- Learning
- Excellence
- Hard Work
Our Team
We set the bar for landscaping excellence.
From our first conversation and our first meeting through every step of the planning, design and installation process, you’ll find us to be professional, knowledgeable and fully committed to understanding your goals, meeting your needs and exceeding your expectations.
Mark G. Brotton
CEO l Principal Designer
At the heart of every inspiring landscape lies a visionary who sees beyond mere aesthetics—someone who understands the delicate balance between nature, functionality, and resilience. Mark G. Brotton is that visionary. He creates extraordinary landscapes that are not only sustainably designed but also feel like living works of art.
Driven by a passion for healing the land, Mark creates thriving and evolving ecosystems that enhance the environment and deeply connect with those who engage with them. His award-winning designs go beyond visual appeal, integrating principles of ecological regeneration and climate balance. Each project responds to the environment, working in harmony with nature.
Using eco-friendly practices, Mark designs outdoor spaces that honor nature and inspire the senses. His seamless integration of elegant hardscapes, vibrant plantings, enticing water features, and thoughtfully curated lighting results in immersive landscapes rich in texture, movement, and light. These revitalizing retreats invite a profound connection to the natural world.
A nationally recognized leader in sustainable design, Mark received the prestigious 2023 Anne Hunter-Welborn Circle of Excellence Award from Hunter Industries. This distinguished honor celebrates visionary leaders who shape sustainable futures and aligns with Anne Hunter-Welborn’s legacy of environmental advocacy and social responsibility. Mark’s pioneering work in resilient landscape design and water conservation exemplifies these ideals, positioning him as a thought leader in the field.
With more than 30 years in the green industry, Mark has been at the forefront of landscape innovation. His expertise encompasses water-efficient design, site water management, advanced irrigation techniques, and both passive and active rainwater harvesting. He is also highly adept in xeriscaping, permaculture, horticulture, and arboriculture.
Mark’s deep commitment to sustainability in his projects sets him apart. He emphasizes eco-friendly materials, minimizes waste, recycles project byproducts, and utilizes environmentally responsible building methods that conserve natural resources, incorporating locally sourced materials to reduce emissions. His designs focus on longevity and low maintenance, ensuring every garden remains both beautiful and ecologically sound. As a passionate advocate for water conservation, Mark regards water as a precious resource and promotes its responsible use and preservation for future generations.
Mark not only designs landscapes—he creates restorative environments that transform ordinary spaces into places of beauty, connection, and inspiration. His work embodies the belief that outstanding design does not merely change spaces; it enriches lives.
Lisa R. Brotton
Owner l CFO
“We’ve learned that, to us, a company is an extended family and a community. We care about our work, the people we work with and giving back.”
As Co-Owner and Managing Director of Living Water, Lisa is the cornerstone of our strategic and operational success. Her unwavering commitment to our vision is at the heart of our leadership team’s mission, driving us toward our unified objectives with precision and grace.
With a keen focus on promoting unity and efficiency, Lisa oversees the integration of all major functions within the organization. Her directive ensures that we consistently meet and surpass our goals through effective collaboration and strategic execution of our business plans. Her profound commitment to accountability across all levels of Living Water motivates every member of our team to excel in their roles and contribute to our shared success.
Lisa's dynamic leadership ensures our vision is not just a distant goal but a present reality being achieved day by day, inspiring a sense of purpose and direction that resonates with every team member. Under her guidance, Living Water is a model of operational excellence that thrives on innovation and cultivates a culture of aspiration across the organization.
Our Team Members
We hire and train individuals who are as passionate about our industry as we are... those who want to learn... be their best... and achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
Mark’s relentless pursuit of excellence defines his unparalleled expertise in landscape design. This commitment has been honored with eight international design awards between 2019 and 2024, including the prestigious 2023 Ann Hunter-Welborn Circle of Excellence Award for Sustainability Leadership.
These accolades not only underscore Mark's steadfast dedication to superior quality in design and installation but also highlight his proactive approach to advancing innovative and sustainable landscape solutions. Our projects underwent rigorous assessment based on complexity, artistry, attention to detail, and flawless execution. Each award-winning endeavor is a tribute to Mark’s visionary design philosophy and our team’s detailed craftsmanship.
Choosing Living Water means entrusting your vision to a leader in landscape design. You can be confident that the same talent, expertise, and dedication that have earned Mark multiple awards will be meticulously applied to your project. We are committed to bringing your vision to life with exceptional care and precision, ensuring your satisfaction and enjoyment for years to come.


NM-MS 6 License 88978
State of NM Regulation and Licensing Construction Industries Division
Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC)
The Irrigation Association
Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA)
The Irrigation Association
EPA WaterSense Partner
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Accredited Professional
American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA)