Martin worked with Museum staff on the design and implementation of a temporary installation on the High Museum’s main entry piazza.  The installation was in conjunction with... (more)

Seasonal views of my own garden in the north Georgia mountains, for your enjoyment! My garden provides endless delight throughout the seasons.  I experiment with different plant combinations... (more)

Some architects seem to express their design sensibilities in classical models of order, orthangonal geometry and rigidly structured components-not that there’s anything wrong with that. But, that can... (more)

My personal project experience has involved a high degree of collaboration, often interdisciplinary.  It’s always been rewarding for both process and product.  Experiences with several accomplished architects and... (more)

It doesn’t matter whether it’s architects, engineers, graphic designers, a range of other allied professionals or a client with a passion.  The collaborative process can go beyond that... (more)

Common Misconceptions: The longer my mentor, Roy Ashley, practiced landscape architecture, the more aggravated he became regarding the inadequate name of our profession.  If you’re a landscape architect,... (more)

A slice of nature on a slab. Intensive Green Roofs: Each roof garden is a bit different in the details of execution.  Several “intensive” green roofs I’ve worked... (more)

The U.S. Green Building Council and its LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accreditation/ certification programs should be applauded for their advancement of the green movement and... (more)

Living in Georgia, we have first had experience with water as a precious natural resource. Extended droughts have led to “water wars” with neighboring states. There are encouraging... (more)