APLD California Chapter

Happy Summer, designers and enthusiasts! For anyone who missed out on our Spring issue.. Designing with Color: Mood, Movement and Seasonality. Explore how color shapes the experience of landscape design, from emotional resonance to spatial definition and seasonal expression. Thank you to all of our sponsors and collaborators. Enjoy! 🌼🌷💗 To read this season’s article go ahead and visit https://www.californialandscapedesign.org/ you can also sign up for a free quarterly email subscription at the provided website. Thank you to our editor & designer: Kaitlyn Matousek 🫶🏻 Special thanks to Joel Berlin, Laura Morton, Joel Lichtenwalter, Julie Gallegos and Marlene Breene for your help and collaboration. 👍

Here is another article to enjoy in our CLD 2026 Spring issue. This one is by Julie Gallegos of Flora Nativa in Oceanside, CA. She talks about her process of beginning with neutral bases, like stone and wood. And then she elevates the rest of the design with color through tile pots, furniture pieces, and accessories to retain vibrancy year-round. Read the full article at www.Californialandscapedesign.org

Want to get more involved in the Bay Area landscape design community? We’re looking for passionate volunteers to join our board in Communications, Social Media, and Programs roles!
Whether you love storytelling, creating engaging content, planning events, or connecting people, there’s a place for you on our team.
🌿 Join Our Team — Communications, Social Media & Programs Board Members 🌿
Why join?
✨ Network with industry professionals and providers
✨ Help organize events and connect with sponsors
✨ Gain insider knowledge of the landscape design industry
✨ Attend free district events
✨ Learn valuable professional and leadership skills
✨ Get hands-on experience with non-profit operations
✨ Add impactful volunteer experience to your resume
Plus, you’ll be joining a fun, supportive, and inspiring community that loves creativity, collaboration, and connection.
Secretary:
🌿 Join Our Team — Secretary Board Member 🌿
Are you organized, collaborative, and looking to get more involved in the landscape design community? Our Bay Area District is looking for a Secretary Board Member!
This volunteer role is a fantastic way to:
✨ Connect with landscape industry professionals
✨ Be involved in planning exciting district activities
✨ Gain experience with non-profit leadership and operations
✨ Build new professional and organizational skills
✨ Attend free district events
✨ Expand your industry network
✨ Strengthen your resume with meaningful volunteer work
Most importantly, you’ll become part of a welcoming and inspiring community of creatives and professionals who love what they do.
Membership:
🌿 Join Our Team — Membership Board Member
Love connecting people and building community? We’re looking for a Membership Board Member to help grow and support our amazing Bay Area landscape design network!
This is a great opportunity to:
✨ Meet and network with industry professionals
✨ Build valuable industry connections
✨ Gain insight into the landscape design community
✨ Enjoy free district events
✨ Develop leadership and professional skills
✨ Learn how non-profits operate
DM us for more information or to express interest! 🌱 [email protected]