by Andrew Armstrong | May 1, 2025 | Blog, Designer Spotlight, Featured
When it comes to designing outdoor spaces that are both emotionally resonant and enduringly beautiful, Oliver John brings a rare blend of artistry, technical expertise, and heartfelt intention. Founded by two licensed landscape architects who first crossed paths in a...
by Andrew Armstrong | Apr 22, 2025 | Designer Spotlight, Featured
From her background in environmental remediation to her current work designing soulful, sustainable landscapes, Laura Osteen brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective to outdoor living. As the founder of Secret Garden Landscapes, Laura is known for creating spaces...
by Andrew Armstrong | Sep 19, 2024 | Designer Spotlight, Featured, Patio Ideas
Life is not always a linear path. Designer Angela Colombo Heckler got her start as an actor. She also worked in nonprofit fundraising and corporate marketing for 18 years. But she never shook the calling of her first passion – designing spaces. “I realized that what I...
by Olek Pacheco-Dul | Jan 4, 2024 | Designer Spotlight, Featured, In Real Life
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people discovered new passions or returned to old ones. Anastasiya Dudik and Dave Lingwood did both in the course of designing then constructing a one of-a-kind luxury A-frame home in the Southern California desert. Based in Los...
by Andrew Armstrong | Nov 25, 2023 | Blog, Designer Spotlight, Featured
(pictured above) Superstar stylist Amy Romero, founder of Crazy Chic Design, putting the finishing touches on her outdoor winter party spread. Featuring the Madera Vintage Beam Table in Teak paired with the Matching Bench and Chairs. The great outdoors is a great...
by Andrew Armstrong | Jul 5, 2022 | Designer Spotlight, Featured
Summer is the perfect season to enjoy outdoor space with friends and family. Amy Romero, of Crazy Chic Design, invited us to come along to her family’s version of a block party, where they treated the whole neighborhood to a refreshing summer favorite. A lemonade...
