I had so much fun manipulating this oddly shaped semi-urban lot to support a magical older home. The client had an amazing eye, a mind for entertaining, and a delightful demeanor — a dream client — and I enjoyed every minute!

She asked me to help her create a traditional English/French-style garden during the height of California’s drought conditions, which made this both a creative and technical challenge. I took the time to understand her vision before developing plans, and as we progressed, I adapted to site constraints and discovered opportunities that weren’t initially obvious. I focused on clear communication throughout — always making sure she felt heard and informed — and the result is a personalized, elegant outdoor space that complements both the home and the client’s lifestyle.

“Monica took the time to understand our vision before developing the plans to bring it to life. Her trained eye saw opportunities I never would have seen… She was always patient when we had questions and took the time to explain things… Her end goal was to make sure we were happy with our new outdoor space — and we are!”
— Natalie R.