About
"All are nothing but flowers in a flowering universe."
-Nakagawa Soen-Roshi
At Live in Art Design we strive for ecological balance while conserving resources and reducing negative impacts on the environment. Water is one of our most precious resources. We can reduce our water consumption by planting water-wise natives in our gardens and collecting rainwater to use in the landscape. By planting regionally appropriate natives you can protect the soil by eliminating chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Focusing on bio-diversity we can provide habitat and food for birds, butterflies and beneficial insects. Healthy thriving gardens are beautiful gardens. Knowing your investment is increasing the well being of your land and all its inhabitants will increase your enjoyment of your space and give you peace of mind.
Who We Are
Kellie Berger Lead designer. Graduated from Cal Poly, SLO in Landscape Architecture with a minor concentration in sustainable environments. She has been in the field of Landscape Architecture for 20 years. She continued her education studying Permaculture Design and most recently rainwater harvesting. She has a passion for California's flora, sacred geometry, art, all animals, mountains and high alpine lakes.
Why I Love California Native Plants
My love of California Native plants began when I learned about the idea of Genus loci. The character or spirit of a place. Through plants we can see and celebrate the spirit of our particular place in the world. I love this idea of preserving what makes our home in the world unique. It also just makes sense from an ecological standpoint. With the appropriate plants we can reduce water use, eliminate chemical fertilizers and create habitat and food sources for wildlife. Beyond this, I just absolutely adore so many of our beautiful plant species. I feel very connected to the plant world.
“Nature speaks, I listen. As an artist I try not to force a design but stay open to what best fits and suits a particular space.”