the studio

a collaborative design practice dedicated to the art of placemaking. we design contextual and richly layered landscapes, weaving together ecology, culture and our client’s vision to create livable places for the betterment of our cities and communities.

What we do we work across all sectors and scales including residential, commercial, urban design, open space and parks. blue.studio offers full-service design from initial concept drawings to construction oversight as well as bilingual engagement.

Guillermo González

Co-FOUNDER / pla / asla / lead® ap bd+c

Guillermo has a deep interest in natural systems, people and place. His ability to realize bold visions on a site comes from his early career as an environmental artist. His passion for land as a medium grew from his work in a variety of environments, ranging from Sub-Tropical South Florida and the Sonoran Desert to Mediterranean Australia. Drawing over twenty years of experience as a landscape architect in California, Guillermo takes great pride in designing environments that enhance the lives of users while honoring the integrity of ecological and social systems.

crista sanders

Co-FOUNDER / asla / designer

crista brings a passion for regionally rooted designs that enrich our experience and connection to the world around us. As a california native, her inspiration comes through observing these dynamic natural landscapes over time. she takes great pleasure in gently illuminating spaces that spark joy in our daily life. Whether creating a private oasis, a vibrant public space, or preserving wild places she is committed to the art of outdoors.  

Jennifer Mahoney

collaborator / pla / oala / csla

Jennifer Mahoney is a registered landscape architect with a passionate commitment to designing vibrant, livable and sustainable places. Drawing 10 years of place making experience in the realms of landscape architecture, planning and urban design, Jennifer's professional experience encompasses visioning, master planning, landscape and urban design, and planning studies for a wide array of public and private sector projects including airports, mixed-use communities, transit-oriented developments, campuses, streetscapes, parks and open space systems, therapeutic landscapes and residential gardens. A creative problem-solver, she brings a collaborative approach to working with clients and project teams. Her experience living and practicing in the United States, Canada and Hong Kong provides her with a globally-inspired toolbox of ideas.