Category Archives: Garden Tour

When a client told me she dreamed of a Parisian terrace, I quickly realized that recreating France wasn’t really the point. The most meaningful gardens aren’t stage sets or Pinterest boards brought to life—they’re biographies. This Seattle courtyard became a collection of memories and influences: Indian heritage, European travels, California warmth, Pacific Northwest softness, and the personalities of two people building a life together. By embracing those layers rather than forcing a single style, the result became something far more interesting—a garden that feels less designed and more discovered, as though it had quietly belonged there all along. 🌿