Solving the seemingly unsolvable design problems has been the hallmark of a design career which began in 1964. The creation of a garden that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional for your family’s requirements is a relished challenge. Garden spaces that are different, interesting and serve a useful purpose are often the most difficult to achieve, however, the design exercise yields some of the most creative solutions and gardens of unusual charm and style.

• Over 100 national and regional award-winning gardens to his credit.
• Expert knowledge in landscape construction techniques.
• Expert knowledge in garden maintenance.
• Lecturer in garden construction at George Washington University School for Continuing Education.
• Recognized national leader in residential garden design, installation and management. 
• Past president of the Landscape Contractors Association of MD, DC and VA.
• Regional director for PLANET, formerly ALCA (national association).
• Recognized national leader in business management in the landscape industry.
• Consistently quoted and interviewed for industry publications.
• PLANET (national association) Trailblazer (link) serving as a mentor to owners of other residential landscape companies throughout the USA.
• Member of landscape industry advisory board to the University of Maryland landscape curriculum.
• Business consultant (C. Bowers and Associates).
• Writer/photographer for the landscape industry.
• Recognized artist specializing in impressionistic garden images www.gardenimages.net