Commercial Landscape Projects in Northern California:

Bonfante Gardens, Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy
An 160 acre theme park which include 40 rides, entertainment & attractions, restaurants-see Web site Photos.

Calpine Energy Centers, Gilroy & King City
New Power plants to meet the growing electrical needs of our state.

Campbell Community Center, Campbell
This project involved designing landscaping around a sports field and picnic areas.

Cambell Historical Museum, Campbell
A historic renovation of the gardens surrounding the Campbell Historical Museum.

Cinnabar Hills Golf Course, Kean Road, San Jose
Golf course Club House & Barbecue area and the Entry Drive.

Crown Plaza Holiday Inn, San Jose
Renovation of the existing landscaping.

Curtner Transit Plaza in San Jose
Edgewater, Monterey
A large shopping center in the Monterey Bay Area.

First & Montague Development, San Jose
A twin-tower complex on ten acres surrounded by landscaped areas with fountains and courtyards.

Gilroy High School, Gilroy
Renovation Masterplan

Goldsmith Seed Company, Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy
A renovation of the 3 _ acre Floral display area, with topiary gardens, shaded seating areas, seasonal color displays, pergolas, and arbors.

Hecker Pass Specific Plan, Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy
A planned rural community of 360 acres.

Headstart Seeds Nursery, Gilroy
Demonstration garden and Masterplan

Loma Prieta Amphitheater
Redwood Grove off Skyline Boulevard.

The Math Institute, Foothill Avenue, San Martin
Golf Course waterways and floral displays, Ranch House landscape Masterplan.

Meadow Ranch Homeowners Association, Aptos.
Approximately 6 acres- Landscaped commons in park setting.

The Morgan Hill House, Monterey Street, Morgan Hill
A historic home with landscaped rose gardens and reception areas.

Peterson Tractor, San Martin,
A large property bounded by 101 and San Martin Avenue.

Riverside RV Park, San Jose,
A large park with landscaped areas for each RV plus picnic and pool areas.

Santa Clara Youth Center,
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz,
Renovation of the Boardwalk surrounding the ride and game areas.

San Juan Bautista Mission, San Juan Bautista,
A complete renovation of existing grounds surrounding this Historical Mission.

Shadow Moutain Baptist Church, Llagas Road, Morgan Hill,
Playground, parking lots, front entry way and signage.

Stone Creek, Monterey,
A Shopping Center which encompasses wetlands areas.

Village Greens - Retirement Community, Santa Teresa Blvd, Gilroy,
The Community includes 65 cottages, an apartment house and a Care facility, all with Park-like landscaped surroundings.

Villagio Wetlands & Streetscape, Thomas & Luchessa Roads, Gilroy,
A combination of a landscaped soundwall for a new housing development and the accompaning preserved Wetlands area.

Watsonville Overlook, Watsonville,
A large shopping center which includes Target and Albertsons.

Wheeler Manor, Gilroy,
Landscape Masterplan for Seniors Assisted Living Project.

Willey House, 5th street, Gilroy, California
An historic home over 100 years old in Gilroy, to be used for receptions and concerts.

Winchester Mystery House, San Jose, California
Historic home built by the Winchester Family. Design of Reception areas & gardens as part of Greenhouse Renovation.

Xilinx, San Jose, California
A renovation master plan.

Project Awards:

1987:

  • “Best New California Landscape – CLCA Sweepstakes Award” for Hecker Pass-A Family Adventure (now:Bonfante Gardens)

1989:

  • “Landscape Architectural Award of Merit” by California Landscape Design Critic’s Council for Hecker Pass-A Family Adventure

1993:

  • “Best in Monterey Bay” by CLCA for the Connell Residence, Gilroy
  • “Beautification in Gilroy Award” for Historical Renovation of the Bevilacqua Residence, Gilroy
  • “Santa Cruz Country Scope Award” for Seascape Village, La Silva Beach

1994:

  • “CLCA Award of Excellence” for Meadow Ranch Park Commons, Aptos

1995:

  • “Best New California Residence” by CLCA for the Morley Residence, Gilroy
  • “Best in Monterey Bay” by CLCA for the Eaton Residence, Gilroy

2001:

  • “CLCA Large Residential Achievement Award” for the Lynch Residence, Gilroy
  • “CLCA Custom Residential First Place Award” for The Bonfante Residence, Morgan Hill

Gilroy Municipal Projects:

Butcher Park
Calle del Rey Park
Christmas Hill Park
El Roble Park Play Area and school
Gilroy Parking Lot ‘A’
Gilroy City Hall
Gilroy Senior Center
Gilroy Library
Las Animas Park
Northside Park
Las Madres Tot Lot
Leavesley Road Medians
Mantelli Drive Improvements
Miller Park
Monterey Road Medians
Renz Park
Rucker Elementary School Playground
San Ysidro Park
Visitors Bureau
Wheeler Tot Lot