Our philosophy as a design firm centers on the premise that we can create gorgeous, ecologically rich landscapes without sacrificing excellence in design or horticulture. In fact, plants that belong to a region are more likely to thrive, to harmonize chromatically, and to seamlessly fit with the surrounding landscape.
Read moreEcological Garden Support Group | Hudson, NY
Are you worried about the birds and the bees... Do you need to hang with other cool plant people just to feel normal? Come join the support group to talk all things garden, ecology, native plants, climate and so much more.
Read moreRow House Modern | NY Mag The Cut
An exquisite renovation project in Park Slope, Brooklyn that Design Wild was a part of, designing a back garden and rooftop deck area for this lovely family of four.
Read moreUrban Garden Tour | Hell's Kitchen
Design Wild host our 1st ever immersive walking tour through several of our wild gardens in midtown Manhattan featuring a network of plantings especially for attract pollinators in the heart of the city.
Read moreInto The Woods | W42 St Magazine
‘As the city moves in on us, Shanti Nagel is fighting the good fight for miraculous pockets of green. It could save our lives!’
Read moreAT HOME IN HELL'S KITCHEN | Emma Magazine 2011
‘As Nagel walks me through the neighborhood, past tree pits, parks and window boxes, she talks about the plants, the people and the history of this neighborhood.’ -From a lovely article in 2011
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