Archive for July 2009

Designs in Progress

Nicole Kelly and I are continuing our work on a winery and future bed and breakfast in Templeton, California. Above is a quick perspective showing a small patio off of two guest rooms that will be just steps away from meadow and rows and rows of grapes. For this patio, our goal is to frame [...]

Just in Time

The last few punch list items have finally been completed by the contractor, and the landscape at NE 99th in Portland is complete! Now all there is left to do is paint the house slate grey, and decorate. Thanks to the amazing powers of the Oregon climate and the skill of the contractor, everything is [...]

Duboce Park Residence

This project was done in collaboration with Stephanie Stillman for a luxury residence near Duboce Park in San Francisco.  A two unit building was converted into a single residence, and Third Nature Studio provided landscape design services for the developer. The palette is simple, lush and drought tolerant – all vibrant green agaves, bright blue [...]

A Central Coast Vineyard

I’ve just begun work on a residence in Templeton, California, just outside of Paso Robles. It’s a project for two wonderful clients, and I am working with Nicole Kelly, an old friend and collaborator. The house is set on a hill with 360 degree views, and the surrounding vineyards are just feet away from the [...]