In March 2006, Bankord received the "Master of the Southwest" award from Phoenix Home & Garden magazine, one of the highest honors one can receive. His work has also garnered several awards from CALMA (Central AZ Landscape Maintenance Association). A number of his gardens have been included on Phoenix Home & Garden magazine's annual Grand Tour of Gardens.
"Troy - your design talents transformed our vision for a carefree urban yard into a reality. You have created a beautiful Mexican garden that is an oasis in the middle of the city. An inviting courtyard, bubbling fountains and an extensive brick patio greet every one who passes by our gates. Every detail was carefully planned and meticulously executed by your caring staff that continues to maintain our garden with the same degree of commitment.
Your passion for your work lets me know that you will always have a watchful eye on our property and that you will bring new ideas for ways in which we can continue to let our garden evolve. After years of searching for a company that could provide both installation and service, we have finally met with excellence!
We absolutely adore our yard and the fact that we have to do nothing! It is a wonderful treat to come home and merely enjoy its beauty! It is simply the best and I want to continue to do more over time... it was the best money we ever spent on anything!
Thank you so much!!!!"
~ Carolyn Ellis & Howard Sullivan, Arcadia Farms Café
Scottsdale, Arizona
"Not only is Troy Bankord a dedicated and hardworking landscape professional he is an extremely talented and creative one. He has installed a unique variety of plantings into our landscape. His attention to detail is what makes his work shine. Our yard looks beautiful because of Troy!"
~ Nancy Harris Heltne, Harris Design Associates
Paradise Valley, Arizona/Eden Prairie, Minnesota
"Thank you, Troy, for all that you do in my garden. You amaze me in your ability to know exactly what I want. Everyone says I have the prettiest yard on the street, and I know that is true. All of your employees are courteous and respectful, and I am able to communicate with them. So --- a big thank you and a big hug!"
~ Jean Wallace
Phoenix, Arizona
"Troy has brought my garden to life! I love the fountain, and read there all the time. Whereas lighting is something I'd never thought about in a garden space, now that Troy has included night lighting on my patio I can appreciate how the lighting enhances all of the plants and helps to bring drama to my tranquil garden. In addition, his crew is talented, trustworthy and careful with my treasures. I would recommend Troy's company to anyone."
~ Kim Kister
Phoenix, Arizona
"Troy - your home is beautiful; your garden a delight to see and walk around. It confirmed in my mind that I had chosen the right person. It takes my breath away and for that I thank you!!!"
~ Lois Ripley
Tempe, Arizona
Publications
Troy Bankord Design landscaping projects have been featured in many publications, including:Arizona Republic
Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine
Outlook Magazine
Atomic Ranch Magazine
Desert Living Magazine
Sunset Magazine and various Sunset books
Outdoor Style
The Western Garden Handbook
Television
Various Troy Bankord Design properties and gardens have also been televised on:NewsChannel 3, Phoenix
Fox 10, Phoenix
NBC 12 News, Phoenix
WABC-TV, New York