Integrating water, ecology, and community to create landscapes that breathe, absorb, and renew.

Sustainable Site Design and Low Impact Development (LID)

Creating landscapes that mimic natural hydrology and manage rain where it falls.

➡️ LID Site Assessments

• Comprehensive evaluations of impermeable surface coverage and runoff potential
• GIS-based modeling of site hydrology and stormwater pathways
• Recommendations for retrofits that increase infiltration and reduce downstream flooding

➡️ Permeable Surface Retrofits

• Replacement of traditional pavements with permeable pavers, porous asphalt, or stabilized gravel
• Design for driveways, sidewalks, and parking lots that reduce runoff and recharge groundwater
• Integration of green alleys and shared community spaces

➡️ Stormwater Master Planning

• Long-term strategies for managing water at the district or neighborhood level
• Integration with transportation, housing, and parks planning
• Cost-benefit analysis comparing gray vs. green infrastructure

Rainwater Harvesting and Reuse Systems

Turning stormwater into a resource for irrigation and groundwater recharge.

➡️ Rainwater Catchment Design

• Sizing of roof catchment areas and cistern storage systems
• Integration with existing gutters and downspouts
• Design for residential, commercial, and public buildings

➡️ Greywater Reuse Systems

• Feasibility studies and designs for on-site greywater treatment
• Development of dual plumbing and irrigation systems
• Compliance with Oregon’s DEQ and building code standards

➡️ Educational Demonstration Projects

• Design and installation of community-scale rainwater systems in schools and parks
• Interpretive signage to teach the public about water reuse
• Partnering with watershed councils and local nonprofits

Native Planting and Ecological Restoration

Building resilient, low-maintenance landscapes rooted in the Pacific Northwest’s ecology.

➡️ Native Planting Design

• Selection of regionally appropriate plant species for rain gardens, bioswales, and parks
• Emphasis on drought tolerance, pollinator support, and habitat restoration
• Seasonal color palettes that reflect the local landscape

➡️ Habitat Corridors and Urban Biodiversity

• Connecting fragmented green spaces through native planting and wildlife corridors
• Integration of stormwater features with ecological restoration
• Monitoring biodiversity and pollinator activity

➡️ Soil Regeneration and Mulching Plans

• Soil testing and improvement recommendations
• Compost amendment strategies to increase infiltration
• Sustainable mulching for moisture retention and erosion control