Michelle Mathis and Learning Landscapes Design create wonderful natural playscapes for children of all ages. They are well versed in the design and maintenance aspects of outdoor nature play spaces for schoolyards and public facilities and are clearly devoted to designing exemplary play environments. Their playgrounds focus on accommodating all ages and abilities in a fun, safe and immersive environment where children's imaginations are allowed to run wild!
Jan 2019
I think Learning Landscapes usually works with schools and companies, but Michelle visited my home to share design advice because I wanted a nature playground for my kids so that they could be engaged in our own yard and it would attract other kids in to build a community of friends. Michelle was awesome! She said she also has kids and is doing the same thing with her yard. Michelle very quickly took in our entire area. She listened closely to my situation and adapted everything to our family, including the budget and existing work already put into our garden. She had a practical sense of things like budget, HOA restrictions, and maintenance. She offered suggestions of things I never thought of, like providing a welcoming entry-point for passing neighborhood kids. It was clear also that she had worked with kids by what she recommended. I noticed she had a masters degree in education, but that does not always mean a person can relate to how kids play. She offered ideas about things that I know from my experience kids use, things like little forts, natural canopy areas, water play areas, and even a different type of area for slightly older kids getting into their teens--think hammock. Michelle is personable and quick. I would recommend her for anyone wanting to design an outdoor play area for kids. I am very happy with her work. I cannot think of any recommendations on how to do better.
Michelle Mathis and Learning Landscapes Design create wonderful natural playscapes for children of all ages. They are well versed in the design and maintenance aspects of outdoor nature play spaces for schoolyards and public facilities and are clearly devoted to designing exemplary play environments. Their playgrounds focus on accommodating all ages and abilities in a fun, safe and immersive environment where children's imaginations are allowed to run wild!
I think Learning Landscapes usually works with schools and companies, but Michelle visited my home to share design advice because I wanted a nature playground for my kids so that they could be engaged in our own yard and it would attract other kids in to build a community of friends. Michelle was awesome! She said she also has kids and is doing the same thing with her yard. Michelle very quickly took in our entire area. She listened closely to my situation and adapted everything to our family, including the budget and existing work already put into our garden. She had a practical sense of things like budget, HOA restrictions, and maintenance. She offered suggestions of things I never thought of, like providing a welcoming entry-point for passing neighborhood kids. It was clear also that she had worked with kids by what she recommended. I noticed she had a masters degree in education, but that does not always mean a person can relate to how kids play. She offered ideas about things that I know from my experience kids use, things like little forts, natural canopy areas, water play areas, and even a different type of area for slightly older kids getting into their teens--think hammock. Michelle is personable and quick. I would recommend her for anyone wanting to design an outdoor play area for kids. I am very happy with her work. I cannot think of any recommendations on how to do better.