Archive for July 2010

Olive Tree Placement at Templeton Ridge

The rainbow makes the construction site look deceptively peaceful. It’s busy at the Templeton Ridge Winery residence these days. Field grown olives have just been placed and its a thrill and a relief to see the neighbor’s house disappear. I’m sure the clients are looking forward to some peace: swimming amidst the grapes and looking [...]

Lonny Magazine – Modern Interiors Online

Fans of the now defunct Domino Magazine will be happy to discover Lonny Magazine available only online. It feels like how all magazines will be presented in the very near future; it’s easy to navigate, and gorgeous to look at. There is always a smattering of gardens and exteriors shots, especially in the spring/summer issues. [...]

A Modern Pool Landscape in Wine Country

Construction is well underway at the main residence of Templeton Ridge Winery and Burbank Vineyards. I am really pleased with how dramatic the view is out into the surrounding hills from every vantage point.
I know linearity can be a tough sell for many when it comes to landscape and garden design. I love a meandering [...]

At Home with Third Nature Studio

The small apartment that I share with my daughter and hubby was recently featured in the San Francisco Examiner. Stephanie Stillman, a fellow landscape designer, has been writing a series of At Home articles exploring how designers and artists arrange their home spaces. We were honored to be included, and it was a refreshing challenge [...]