The Heather Lenkin RoseOriginally uploaded by LenkinDesign Quick news flash: the Heather Lenkin is now available in very limited supply exclusively at Bellefontaine Nursery in Pasadena. Some of you may remember her from last year: a floribunda with 30+ petals, … Continue reading →

Last month we posted a piece about an Italianate mansion in the San Rafael Area of Pasadena. On Saturday, May 16, you’ll have a chance to experience this gorgeous 4.5 acre property yourself, as Heather will be giving a rare … Continue reading →

Peach tree is popping… There must be tens of thousands of these tiny pittosporum blooms all around the gardens… the air is thick with their perfume. Freesias are coming up… And Amy’s tiny little head kept popping into the telephoto … Continue reading →

Hi everyone, we’ve actually been busy enough that we’ve completely forgotten to mention a fantastic new book in which you can see Heather’s work, in addition to many other great designers! Taunton Press’ Outdoor Entertaining Idea Book, by our friend … Continue reading →

Hello everyone,* Well, Spring is certainly in the air here in Pasadena, with plenty of sun and temperatures in the 70s. We’ve been quite busy with a number of projects, so the aforementioned post about the planters is still forthcoming. … Continue reading →

Annie helping Happy Friday! The weather has been a bit odd today. Cold chilly air with occasional warm rays from the sun peeking out between the clouds. The afternoon has ended with a bit of light rain. Today ‘we’ have … Continue reading →

Hi Everyone, Check out more of Heather’s work in the latest issue of Great Backyards. It’s a fantastic magazine chock-full of practical tips, general and specialized design concepts, and lots of photos! Heather has contributed in the past, dispensing expert … Continue reading →

A Sustainable Xeric Landscape in San Marino Invites Rest and Relaxation With Minimal Upkeep LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE BY HEATHER LENKIN, AIA, ASLA Located on the grounds of Henry Huntington’s original sweeping Southern California estate, a mid-century dwelling has had its conventional … Continue reading →

The Power of Great Design1920’s Southern California Estate Returns to itsOriginal MagnificenceLandscape Architecture by Heather Lenkin, AIA, ASLA IL VILLINO ROSA – An estate touched by some of the most influential architects in Pasadena’s history, this San Rafael area home is … Continue reading →

Now that the evenings are drawing in and the air has a chill to it, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas are on the horizon and we are thinking about withdrawing to the warmth of an open fire, it’s time to be … Continue reading →

“The Knotte Garden Serveth for Pleasure:The Potte Garden for Profitte.“ – Horman, 1519 Talking of herbs, here is some history that we hope you will find interesting. The above quote dates back to the sixteenth century and charmingly describes the … Continue reading →

A Home Away From Home We are very proud and incredibly honored to be creating the new landscape design of the Los Angeles Ronald McDonald House (LARMH). Our firm is creating a functional and beautiful landscape and gardens on the … Continue reading →