Nativas Landscape
Projects
Design, Inspiration, Installation, Research, Outreach and more... here are some examples of NALA's work...
Toloache Garden
Our very own magical garden in Tucson, Arizona. Starting in 2015 with shovel in hand, Christian Aguilar & Joaquin Murrieta got into action. Digging basins to guide the rain flow, planting native pollinator plants and adding organic mulch, this garden provides habitat for wildlife, food for birds, bees and butterflies, color and sense of place.
10 years later, this garden keeps giving and growing more and more. This is the result of the smart use of plants from this region and rainwater harvesting.
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G&J Garden
In 2025, we had the opportunity to work with this beautiful young family in midtown Tucson. One of their priorities was to create rain gardens with passive water flow systems, including existing cisterns and curb cuts.
We also added plants that will eventually provide a microclimate with natural shade, habitat for wildlife, and food for pollinators. Part of the design also included a nature play area for the children and another space to relax and appreciate nature right in front of their house.
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Projects with TCB
At Tucson Clean & Beautiful, I've had the opportunity to work as a Green Stormwater Infrastructure Designer and Project Manager.
Many of the designs we implement are for rainwater harvesting in public areas, including participatory design, education, and outreach.
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Embracing Urban
Nature
In May of 2025, Christian presented her final report to graduate from the Masters in Landscape Architecture at the University of Arizona. A compilation of interviews from very inspiring local professionals that work in efforts related to nature-based solutions, conservation, policy and more.