“The Garth” – 4^th Presbyterian Church, Chicago
Care was taken to do what seemed “appropriate” for this very high-profile Michigan Avenue landmark.  Referencing the English Gothic cloister gardens of the past inspired the inclusion of plants from apothecary, medicinal, and monastic gardens.  Subtle color choices include durable plants able to withstand the rigors of this very urban space.

 

Gold Coast Rooftop 
This garden is a true collaboration with a designer-client, architect, and our Company: a very rewarding experience.  The quite grand, yet comfortable, interiors of the home were contrasted with a more casual provençal style outdoors.  The full-sun exposure is wonderful for plants that thrive in the south of France such as lavender, succulents, and ivy geraniums.  The curving lines of the custom treillage and iron canopy soften the geometric architecture and provide much needed privacy and wind protection.
 

Old Town Roof Garden
Contemporary-minded clients in a traditional-styled home stimulated a collection of sleek, durable containers with sculptural, low-maintenance plants; all with a masculine, simple, and elegant style.



 

Streeterville Balcony
Sometimes the smallest of spaces can be the most challenging.  This long, narrow space reflects the “collector” in the client for a visual flow from inside to outside space.  Contrasting textures and forms are the theme of this seasonally-changing display.



 

University of Chicago
Views of the first-year planting in front of the Administration Building on the quad.  A great exercise in selecting predominantly hardy plants with interesting form, foliage, and color. Gaps in the border provide space for colorful seasonal plants, including spring bulbs.  At Rockefeller Chapel, the soft-hued palette of Artemisia, Lantana, and artichokes echoes the stained-glass windows of the grate gothic-styled chapel.