COMMITMMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

HOLISTIC SITE MANAGEMENT

  • We work to minimize disruption and removal of soil on our sites, cutting down on waste and transportation in an effort to reduce carbon emissions.
  • We work to preserve top soil whenever possible, preserving the microbial health of the soil. Healthy soil sequesters more carbon, increases water infiltration, improves wildlife and pollinator habitat and results in more robust, healthier plants.
  • We work to promote and educate our clients on soil health to reduce erosion, maximize water infiltration, improve nutrient cycling, save money on inputs, and ultimately improve the resiliency of the land.
  • Methodologies include diversified plantings, mulching and using compost as a fertilizer and storm water management to recycling and reuse water on each site.
  • We work to preserve existing trees, recycle existing materials and convert existing hardscape to greenery whenever possible.

NATIVE ECOSYSTEMS

  • We work to educate our clients on native plants and endeavor to use them in every design as restoring native plant habitat is vital to preserving biodiversity.
  • We champion the value of native planting as they do not require artificial fertilizers and synthetic chemical pesticides and herbicides, are effective at storing the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide, require far less water and attract wildlife and pollinators.

WATER EFFICIENT DESIGN

  • We work to promote water efficiency with our landscape designs.
  • Methodologies include rainwater and onsite runoff management, use of bio-swales and biofiltration – appropriate plant selection and location, use of drought tolerant plants and efficient irrigation systems

MATERIAL SOURCING & PARTNERSHIPS

  • We value utilizing materials that have a low carbon footprint and embodied energy and are ethically sourced and encourage our clients to utilize them whenever possible.
  • We partner with architects and contractors that share our values and are committed to and practice green design.

OFFICE CULTURE & PRACTICES

  • We are committed to being ecologically responsible at our office as well!
  • We utilize green cleaning supplies, compost and recycle, have cut down on single use plastic by providing all of our team members with reusable water bottles, and utilize dishware instead of paper plates in our kitchen.