About Us: Southern California Landscape Architects
TOM STOUT
For more than twenty three years, Tom Stout has been transforming Californian landscapes into beautiful and sustainable entertainment spaces. Along with his degree in Horticulture from Kansas State University, Tom also gained certifications in irrigation and soil management and regenerative practices. Tom is a Licensed general, landscape and pool contractor that has been developing properties since 2000. He brings his expertise and knowledge into every project and creates magical environments.
GABRIELLE HARRIS
Our in-house California licensed landscape architect C-5520 and ecological designer, Gabrielle Harris brings a lifetime of experience in designing and constructing high-end sustainable residential and commercial landscapes on both U.S. coasts. Gabrielle holds a degree in Landscape Architecture from the State University of New York, School of Environmental Studies and Forestry and a Masters Degree in Regenerative Studies from California Polytechnic Institute Pomona. Gabrielle is a LEED, ARCSA, and G3 accredited professional, and her passion for regenerative principles helps keep Stout Design Build on the cutting edge of water sensitive design and resource conscious construction.
JENNIFER WOOD
With a prior career in fashion, fifteen years of building and flipping houses, and a passion for getting the details “just so,” Interior Designer, Jennifer Wood, makes sure that every Stout Design Build architectural project seamlessly blends function with form. Jennifer has studied design at University of California Los Angeles and holds a degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Our team enjoys working with Jennifer and bringing her knowledge of a variety of aesthetics to discern and meet our client’s architectural and interior design objectives.
KATHERINE KARGES
For more than twenty years, Katherine Karges has been designing and creating inspiring gardens for Los Angeles’ most discriminating clients. During her decade working with Stout Design Build as a project manager and designer, Katherine has nurtured clients’ dreams of unique home and garden environments into reality, guiding them through the design build process and adding unique features that make their living space exclusive and inviting. Whether our clients are seeking a tranquil healing retreat, a modern and sustainable space, a respite from city life, or an elegant indoor-outdoor entertainment space, Katherine’s expertise helps transform their homes into living works of art.
ANA ESCOBAR
Every organization needs that one person whose organization skills keep everything moving forward, and at Stout Design Build that is our Office Manager, Ana Escobar. Our clients truly enjoy talking with Ana, whether in English or Spanish, as she is the kind and helpful person who knows both where the invoice is filed and what time Tom is expected back in the office. Ana holds a degree in Liberal Studies from California State University Northridge, which combined with a family background in the landscaping industry, makes her the best person for our clients to start their journey toward their dream home.
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