Vital Urban Ecology
Starts With You
Our Mission
Every day we communicate acceptance and belonging because we believe that everyone belongs. We exist to design synergies between people, wildlife, water, land and plant life to enhance our potential to thrive together. We believe that we are all connected, not separate or commodities. Our landscape design and project management services exist to creatively connect us all with ease and beauty so that we and our land can be healthy again. Because we believe that it can be healthy again and that we all can be truly healthy again.
Our Core Values
Integrity
We prioritize honesty and accountability, ensuring trust is the foundation of our work.
Playful Creativity
Our designs blend imagination and sophistication, creating outdoor spaces that captivate and inspire.
Loving Community
We believe in fostering meaningful connections, crafting spaces that bring families and neighbours together.
Childlike Fun
We celebrate the beauty and serenity of nature, infusing each project with a sense of wonder and delight that inspires connection and appreciation for the outdoors.
Respect
We honor everyone and everything—people, nature, and the environment—with the utmost care and thoughtfulness.
Unabashed Humility
We approach each project with a willingness to listen, adapt and celebrate shared achievements.
The Process
1. Consult
The process begins by understanding the client’s vision, needs, and goals, ensuring every detail aligns with their lifestyle.
2. Partner
Close collaboration ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience at every stage.
3. Design
A thoughtful plan is crafted to blend functionality and beauty, tailored to the unique space.
4. Execute
The design is brought to life with precision and care, creating an outdoor space that exceeds expectations.
Our Services
Landscape Design
Landscape Design Consultation
Project Management
Check Out Our Work
Play Tower Paradise
This entire back yard was completely renovated from a muddy disorganized and disconnected space to a two tiered deck and play tower wonderland.
Evelyn Meadow
The clients were disappointed when their previous developer failed to deliver the original design, leaving them with sparse grass and poorly placed trees. We transformed the space into a beautiful, low maintenance pollinator landscape that reduced upkeep costs and exceeded their expectations.
Pollinator Haven
What was once a plain lawn and fence has been reimagined into a native pollinator haven. Featuring a beautiful dry creek bed, the redesign not only enhanced the natural beauty of the space but also made it feel three times larger.
“… Alina is committed to the flourishing of the gardens she designs as well as the people she works with. She is committed to integrity and doing things with purpose, and taking the time to do things right.”
“… The result is astounding with a wonderful variety of deciduous and coniferous trees, colourful shrubs and berries, and suitable low growth ground cover that are planted to allow for a lush appearance and privacy for our homes …”
“… Alina Gardens ! What a wonderful experience. The planning and professionalism let you know immediately that you are in great and talented hands. The end result was just spectacular. Brilliant planning and execution. Customer service is above and beyond.. just great …”