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Your Premier Partner for Custom Luxury Garden Design
At Viriditas, we specialize in crafting one-of-a-kind luxury gardens that seamlessly blend artistry with nature. Founded by sculptor Jay Markel, our approach merges decades of creative expertise with proprietary construction techniques to transform challenging landscapes into harmonious outdoor spaces. We prioritize sustainability, designing gardens that evolve over generations while maintaining a deep connection to their environment. Our work reflects a lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship, evident in award-winning projects like Foxtail Garden and Garden of the Aerie. By integrating sculptural elements and classical garden principles, we create spaces that transcend traditional landscaping.Our team embraces complex terrains and water-efficient solutions, ensuring each project meets the unique needs of its property and owner. With over 50 years of combined experience in sculpture and landscape architecture, we deliver gardens that are both functional living spaces and enduring works of art. Our philosophy centers on building for seven generations, ensuring your garden matures beautifully over time. From initial concept to final execution, we collaborate closely with clients to realize their vision while honoring the land's natural character. Our dedication to innovation and craftsmanship has established Viriditas as a leader in luxury garden design.
Services
Garden Design
Landscape Construction
Sustainable Landscaping
Sculptural Elements
Mountain Estate Gardens
Highlights and features
- We combine 50+ years of sculptural artistry with landscape architecture expertise.
- Our proprietary construction techniques tackle challenging mountain terrains and water constraints.
- We design gardens to evolve beautifully across seven generations.
- Award-winning portfolio featuring low-water-use and sculptural garden solutions.
- Founder Jay Markel's environmental stewardship philosophy guides every project.
Services
Luxury Garden Design
We create bespoke garden designs that merge artistic vision with functional outdoor living spaces. Our approach incorporates sculptural elements and classical garden principles to craft unique environments. Each project begins with a deep understanding of the property's natural characteristics and the client's aspirations, resulting in gardens that evolve beautifully over generations.
Sustainable Landscaping
Our sustainable landscaping solutions specialize in low-water-use gardens for challenging environments. Using proprietary construction techniques, we transform arid and mountainous terrains into thriving ecosystems. This approach combines environmental stewardship with aesthetic beauty, ensuring landscapes thrive with minimal resource consumption while maintaining visual impact and ecological balance.
Mountain Estate Gardens
We specialize in creating gardens for mountain properties that address unique terrain challenges. Our expertise includes designing dramatic entrance gardens and view-enhancing landscapes that integrate with elevation changes. By solving complex site conditions, we create seamless transitions between homes and their alpine surroundings while maintaining structural integrity and visual harmony.
Sculptural Garden Elements
Our gardens incorporate custom sculptural elements that reflect the owner's personal connection to nature. These features range from water installations to abstract forms that echo natural patterns. Each piece is designed to complement the landscape while serving as a focal point, enhancing the garden's artistic character and creating memorable spatial experiences.
Award-Winning Gardens
We deliver gardens that have received industry recognition for innovation and design excellence. Our portfolio includes projects like Foxtail Garden and Garden of the Aerie, which demonstrate our ability to solve complex challenges while creating visually stunning spaces. These accolades reflect our commitment to pushing boundaries in garden artistry and functionality.
People
Jay Markel
Founder & Lead Designer
With over 50 years of experience as a sculptor and landscape architect, Jay Markel founded Viriditas to merge environmental art with functional garden design. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to environmental stewardship and has earned international recognition.
Questions
What makes Viriditas gardens unique?
Our gardens combine sculptural artistry with landscape architecture, creating one-of-a-kind spaces that evolve over generations while maintaining harmony with their natural surroundings.
Do you work with challenging terrains?
Yes, we specialize in transforming difficult mountainous and arid landscapes using proprietary construction techniques that ensure long-term stability and beauty.
Are your gardens environmentally sustainable?
Absolutely. We prioritize low-water-use designs and sustainable materials while creating ecosystems that thrive with minimal resource consumption over time.
How long does a garden project take?
Project timelines vary based on complexity, but we focus on creating gardens that mature beautifully over seven generations, ensuring lasting value and beauty.
Do you offer maintenance services?
While we design gardens to evolve naturally, we can connect you with trusted partners for specialized maintenance to preserve your garden's intended character.
Can I tour existing gardens?
Yes, we offer tours of our award-winning gardens including Foxtail Garden and Garden of the Aerie to showcase our design philosophy in action.
