Landscape Architecture
The National Institutes of Health Library Green Terrace has been awarded the Green Champion Award for Sustainable Buildings, Green Terrace/Vegetative Roof by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

A residential landscape practices workshop is planned with Openlands for adjacent land owners of their Lakeshore Preserve.  Best management techniques will be highlighted to promote healthy buffers along rare native habitats.

Design and construction of the Carlino Residence landscape has been completed, including terraces and extensive native plant gardens.

Ecological Restoration
The Chicago Botanic Garden's Barbara Brown Nature Reserve design and permitting work has been completed, and earthwork for shoreline enhancement and walking paths has begun.  Woodland, prairie, and pond restoration are planned to expand important bird habitat.

Fine Art
In the summer season, there are so many reasons to be outside. Painting & photography en plein air is one of them, allowing for another level of both landscape and plant appreciation. Recent photography & art works featuring our lovely natives that Heidi Natura has generated are featured in this slide show. See Plant Portraits for more images and information.