Woodland Garden Transformation
Portland, OR
A shaded backyard was transformed into a layered woodland garden featuring native ferns, trilliums, and flowering understory shrubs. The design embraces the existing Douglas firs while creating distinct garden rooms for different activities.
Urban Pollinator Haven
Eugene, OR
A small urban lot designed to support bees, butterflies, and birds throughout the seasons. The garden features a succession of native blooms from early spring through fall, with habitat structures integrated into the design.
Edible Front Yard
Salem, OR
Traditional lawn replaced with a beautiful and productive edible landscape. Fruit trees, berry shrubs, and perennial vegetables are woven together with ornamental plants to create a garden that's both functional and striking.
Native Meadow Garden
Corvallis, OR
A large suburban lot reimagined as a flowing meadow garden with mown paths winding through drifts of native grasses and wildflowers. The design reduces maintenance while creating habitat and seasonal beauty.
Intimate Courtyard
Portland, OR
A small urban courtyard transformed into a lush retreat with layered plantings, a small water feature, and carefully chosen materials. The space feels much larger than its footprint through thoughtful design and vertical layering.
Riparian Restoration
Beaverton, OR
A streamside property restored with native riparian plants to stabilize banks, filter runoff, and create wildlife habitat. The project balances ecological function with creating usable outdoor space for the homeowners.