top of page
Image by Paul Hanaoka

Design Samples

These design samples give a glimpse into the process of turning vision into reality. From planting maps to full site layouts, each example shows how we use permaculture principles to create landscapes that are functional, resilient, and full of life.

Residential:

* Site and client data omitted

Boundary map showing property dimensions, structures, and features.

Boundary Map
Outlines the property dimensions along with existing physical features and structures. This creates the foundation for all design decisions.

Contour Map
Shows the natural slopes and elevations of the land. These lines help predict water flow and guide the placement of elements like gardens, ponds, or structures.

Contour map design predicting water movement across the landscape
Sector analysis illustrating sun, wind, and energy flows on-site

Sector Analysis
A 360° look at the energies moving through the property — sun, wind, views, noise, wildlife, and more. This helps us position elements in harmony with natural forces (e.g., planting trees to filter wind, using solar energy where sunlight is strongest).

WAS (Water, Access, Structures)
A core framework for functionality. These maps show how water enters and moves through the land, how people access the site year-round, and how structures integrate into the overall design.

WAS map (water, access, structures) guiding functional land use
Planting map with trees and shrubs arranged for pond restoration

Planting Maps
Practical installation guides that show exactly where to place trees, shrubs, and gardens. These maps translate the design into step-by-step planting instructions.

Site Design
The full vision of your property brought together — a complete representation of how all elements interact as a living system. This is both the roadmap and the target design that guides the site toward its long-term potential.

Master site design integrating gardens, pathways, and natural systems

Public Parks & Specialty Designs:

* Site and client data omitted

Full site design layout integrating structures, gardens, zones, water, and access
Planting map with pollonator plants and fruit trees designed for courtyard and pond
bottom of page