team

marian mayer

Founder | Designer

Marian moved to Austin in 2002, with the dream and desire to discover this city and all of its weird and wonderful things. Coming from Houston, Marian soon recognized the vast differences in landscapes, topography and use of space, with the more arid, hot climate.

The smaller city and tight knit community in Austin also held a different, more welcoming vibe than the big city. Through volunteer efforts with non-profits and the art community in town, Marian quickly embraced the beauty of the outdoors in Austin. This lead to a passion to create and build beautiful spaces and to draw people and pets outside, to enjoy this eccentric and fascinating city.

In 2009, Marian utilized her varied skill sets, including business, technology and finance to form a company focused on changing the outdoor space and environment for residents and business owners in the city. Honing in on the importance and beauty of using native plants, locally sourced materials and water wise designs, Marian and her team work to create and define beautiful, smart spaces.

With a small family of her own, Marian understands the value of enhancing outdoor spaces for children, friends and loved ones. With a focus on solid customer service, efficient follow up and follow through, and ensuring the best possible results, Marian recognizes the importance of continuous refinement and an open eye to innovative change. Marian brings her love of people, places and plants, into each and every unique project. A foodie and home-chef to two small children, Marian works to maintain a team with a culture of respect, dignity and solid work ethic.

natalie godfrey

DESIGNER

Natalie is originally from southeast Massachusetts, but she recently moved to Austin after spending her college years in Savannah, GA. Although she wouldn’t trade the unique nature of Austin, she does miss being right by the ocean. Growing up with a designer mom helped Natalie explore all her passions and diversify her own design and art abilities. While in college, she studied a wide variety of design forms including graphic design, interior design, industrial design, and jewelry. Natalie finally settled on a concentration and graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design with her Bachelor’s in Sound Design. Natalie is currently attending Texas A&M University online to finish her master’s degree in Business Administration. Natalie is also an avid gardener and fills her apartment with succulents, herbs, vegetables, and flowers. She also enjoys reading, crafting, and exploring the local walking trails with her two dogs.

dana

Administrative Assistant

Dana is an experienced Administrative Assistant with a proven track record of supporting daily operations and ensuring organizational efficiency. With many years of experience in administrative roles, she brings a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, and reliability to every task.

In addition to core administrative strengths, Dana has a background in design and communications, allowing her to contribute beyond traditional support functions. This added expertise supports clear internal and external communication, as well as visually organized materials and presentations.

Skilled in managing schedules, coordinating communications, and handling documentation, Dana is known for staying organized in fast-paced environments and balancing multiple priorities with ease. Proficient in tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, she consistently contributes to smooth workflow and effective team support.

Having moved to the Austin area in 1989, Dana has a deep appreciation for Central Texas and the community it offers. She is married with three grown children and two grandchildren, and values strong relationships both personally and professionally