The design process begins with a paid consultation — visiting the site to get a sense of the possibilities and how its full potential can be achieved.

   Key to this process is the emotional connection between client and garden. Once the project is underway, a set of objectives is established to determine garden functionality, color preferences, and mood.

   Most important is to create a strong, underlying structure so that the garden is as visually satisfying in the still of winter as it is in the exuberance of summer.