About Us
About us
We Don't Just Plant Gardens — We Grow Experiences
At Flora & Gardens Design, every landscape is a living canvas — thoughtfully composed and meticulously executed. Our fully integrated in-house team brings together expertise across every discipline: landscape architects, master masons, irrigation specialists, lighting technicians, and a dedicated arborist.
From the first strokes of design to the precision of construction detailing, we orchestrate every element with the utmost attention to craft outdoor spaces of enduring beauty and function.
Who We Are
Crafting Beautiful Outdoor Spaces With Passion & Precision
For years, we’ve been delivering high-quality landscaping services that combine creativity, craftsmanship, and care. From garden makeovers to full outdoor transformations.
Reliable Support
Dedicated assistance and timely service you can trust.
Expert Landscaping
Dedicated assistance and timely service you can trust.
Fernanda Vuilleumier
Create elegant outdoor spaces that blend architecture, nature, and timeless design. With over 25 years of experience, Fernanda transforms gardens and landscapes into refined living environments focused on beauty, comfort, and harmony.
In 2020, Fernanda founded Flora & Gardens Design, transforming her architectural expertise into elegant outdoor living spaces that blend nature, beauty, and wellbeing.
Flora & Gardens Design creates elegant outdoor sanctuaries that blend timeless craftsmanship, natural beauty, and sustainable design. With decades of international experience, Fernanda transforms gardens and outdoor spaces into refined living experiences where nature and design exist in perfect harmony.
Quality Delivered
Results that we sucessfully deliver
Plants Grown
Client Satisfaction
Garden Styles
"Bringing your vision to life—now, with affordable financing."
Flexible Financing Options to Make Your Dreams a Reality
We understand that tackling home improvements or therapy treatments can be a big investment. That’s why we offer flexible financing options to help make your dreams more affordable and achievable. Whether you’re looking to remodel your home or support your child’s therapeutic journey, we’ve partnered with trusted financial institutions to provide easy and accessible payment plans.
Our financing options are designed to fit your budget, with competitive rates and terms that work for you. You can get started on your project or therapy treatment right away without the financial stress. Our team is here to guide you through the process and ensure you find a plan that works for your needs.
Awards & Recognitions
2014
- International Nomination for Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP) for Emerging Architecture, OutsideIn House, Puerto Natales, XII Magallanes, Chilean Antarctica, Province of Ultima Esperanza, Chile.
2009-2010
- Scholarship winner for Urgent Architecture project. Architecture Program for Young Artists, National Fund for Culture and the Arts (FONCA), Mexico. Research focused on post-disaster shelter design for the first 24 hours following natural catastrophes.
Exhibitions
2010
- FONCA Exhibition, Urgent Architecture, Casa de la Cultura de Morelia, Ex Convento del Carmen, Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico.
2007
- Argentina Studio Exhibition, California College of the Arts, San Francisco, California.
- Graduation Exhibition, California College of the Arts, San Francisco, California.
- An Architecture Exhibition, Mexican Consulate Gallery, San Francisco, California.
1999-2000
- Geometry and Color, Elemental Exhibition, Guadalajara, Mexico
Education
2021
- Gardenary. Garden Consultant Certification – Kitchen Garden Academy
Garden Consultant
Garden Coach
2004-2007
- Master of Architecture, California College of the Arts, San Francisco, California, USA.
- 2006 Jury Prize Nominee
1996-2000
- Bachelor of Architecture, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Occidente (ITESO), Tlaquepaque, Jalisco, Mexico.
- 1999 Jury Prize Nominee
Links
- Architecture – CCA Graduate Exhibition
- Architectural Digest
- Inhabitat
- Architectism
- E-architect
- Home Reviews
- Plataforma Arquitectura
- Contemporist
- Lincoln Lighthill
- Tecno House
- FG Ideas
Publications
Throughout my career, I’ve gained accolades and appeared across books, home magazines, and exhibitions. Explore some of my recognized work below.
June 2012
Magazine: Enlace, Mexico City
Project: Outside In House, Puerto Natales,
January 2000
Newspaper: Mural, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Project: Geometry and Color, Guadalajara, Jalisco
February 2011
Newspaper: El Mercurio,Santiago, Chile
Project: Outside In House, Puerto Natales,Magallanes, Chil
June 2022
MCHAP Book One:
The Americas – Fabrizio Gallanti, p. 431
Featured: Fernanda Vuilleumier,
Outside In House, Puerto Natales, Chile
March 2014
Book: 150 Best Sustainable Home Ideas
Published by Harper Collins.
Author: Francesc Zamora
Project: Outside In House, Patagonia, Chile
June 2011
Newspaper: La Tercera, Santiago, Chile
Project: Outside In House, Puerto Natales,
February 2013
Book: Young Architects
Compiled by Adolfo Hernández Orozco
Edited by Secretariat of Culture, Jalisco, Mexico
Project: Outside In House, Puerto Natales, Magallanes, Chile
June 2010
Magazine: ArquiTK No. 75, Mexico City
Project: Outside In House, Puerto Natales,
Magallanes, Chilean Antarctica
October 2009
Book: MXDF Estudio Architecture Project 2007
Published by CCA (California College of the Arts),
UC Berkeley, and Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico City
Project: Layering Outside In – Centro Cultural Xochimilco, Mexico City
May 2024
Architectural Digest:Featured: Flora & Gardens Design Projects
Garden Consultations
A Trusted Partner in Garden & Landscape Design
Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space?
Contact us today to begin your journey toward a landscape that elevates your daily living and inspires for years to come.
Why is Flora & Gardens Design so highly sought after?
Flora & Gardens Design has become a trusted name for those seeking refined, artfully crafted outdoor spaces. Our success is rooted in a thoughtful approach that merges creativity, functionality, and timeless design—where landscape design becomes a natural extension of architectural artistry.
With a comprehensive in-house team of landscape architects, designers, masons, irrigation specialists, lighting experts, arborists, and maintenance professionals, we seamlessly orchestrate every phase of your project with precision and care. This integrated approach allows us to execute each vision with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to every nuanced detail.
We go beyond traditional landscaping—curating outdoor living environments that blend culinary kitchen gardens, pollinator habitats, and richly layered plantings with structures, materials, and forms that reflect the elegance of architectural design.
With a deep respect for the Texas Hill Country’s unique character, we design, build, and maintain landscapes that honor both the natural environment and each client’s personal vision. Whether shaping a quiet courtyard or a sweeping estate, every space is crafted to inspire harmony, beauty, and enduring function.
At Flora & Gardens Design, we don’t simply create gardens; we compose living sanctuaries where nature, design, and daily life meet. Let us transform your outdoor space into a personal retreat where beauty flourishes year-round.
What Services Does Flora & Gardens Design Offer?
At Flora & Gardens Design, we provide a comprehensive range of expert services thoughtfully crafted to elevate and transform your outdoor environment. Our work encompasses landscape architecture and design, landscape lighting, ongoing garden management, irrigation system installation, and turnkey raised bed kitchen gardens. Additionally, we offer personalized consultations, customized service programs, and the design and build of community gardens.
Our expertise extends beyond conventional landscaping, focusing on creating harmonious outdoor living spaces that seamlessly integrate garden landscaping, durable hardscape construction, and inspired culinary garden designs. We are deeply committed to responsible landscaping practices that ensure your outdoor sanctuary is as sustainable as it is stunning and beautiful.
If you seek a holistic, environmentally conscious approach to outdoor design and maintenance, our dedicated in-house team is ready to collaborate with you. Reach out today to discover how we can cultivate your dream garden and continue crafting timeless experiences that enrich life.
How Can Flora & Gardens Design Elevate Your Outdoor Living Experience?
Who is Fernanda Vuilleumier, and What is Her Design Philosophy?
Fernanda Vuilleumier is a distinguished architect and designer, celebrated for her ability to resolve spatial challenges through a profound dialogue between nature, craftsmanship, and timeless cultural expression. Her design philosophy is rooted in the art of intertwining natural materials, artisanal craftsmanship, and meticulous attention to detail—allowing each project to embody both elegance and authenticity.
With a distinct sensitivity to place, Fernanda seamlessly blends advanced technologies with ancestral techniques, creating adaptive environments that are both contemporary and enduring. Her work reflects a careful balance between the object and the observer, where each element is thoughtfully composed to evoke harmony, sensory richness, and emotional resonance.
Drawing upon her extensive international experience, Fernanda brings a sophisticated global perspective while honoring the inherent character of each site. Her creations are not simply landscapes or structures, but living experiences—spaces that invite connection, contemplation, and the quiet luxury of refined outdoor living.
To discover more about Fernanda Vuilleumier’s vision and how her artistry can transform your space, we invite you to connect with us.
