SAN ANTONIO BOTANICAL GARDENS' ADA IMPROVEMENTS
San Antonio, Texas. This project encompassed the inventory and analysis of the
entire garden area pathways for ADA acceptability and safety. The first Phase
of the project included the renovation of the main curved entry to the Sullivan
Carriage House from the parking lot, installation of a new ADA path to the Auld
House and renovation of the path for accessibility to the restrooms at the outdoor
classroom. Building improvements included the renovation and upgrade of the
HVAC system for the Sullivan Carriage House. The construction budget for the
project was $280,000 and was completed in 2002.

XERISCAPE DEMONSTRATION GARDEN
Location: San Antonio, Texas. Owner/Client: San Antonio Botanical Gardens,
Paul Cox, Asst. Director. Nature of Firm's Contract: Prime Consultant. Project
Construction Cost: Phase 1- $83,700, Total Project $237,000. Project Manager:
Leticia Zavala. Project Description: Develop two Xeriscape demonstration
gardens. First garden site is northwest of the Carriage House entrance. Adapted
plant materials are to be utilized to create an attractive as well as functional
garden complimenting the existing landscapes. This site is to be available to the
public during facility off hours. The garden will contain a meandering pervious
pathway and seating areas. Appropriate signage is to identify and explain the
plant material. The second garden is more extensive demonstration area located
above the Conservatory complex. The objective of this garden is to be more
instructional and provide examples of various Xeriscaping techniques, plant
material, irrigation methods, mulches, walkway surfaces and bed borders.
Pathways at both garden areas are to be ADA accessible. Signage is to be
incorporated to explain techniques, methods, materials and concepts. The first
phase soon to be under construction will address the hardscape within this garden.

DALLAS ARBORETUM ENTRANCE PLAZA
This project was the re-development of an entry plaza. The scope of work
included design elements for the development of vehicular/pedestrian
circulation and paving, entry booth, water feature, security fencing and walls,
trellises, information kiosks, landscape planting and irrigation. Construction
drawings were developed for all these items. Construction costs were estimated
at $500,000. Construction was completed in 1989. Involvement in these projects
included all phases of project management: Client contact, cost estimating,
construction drawing development, bid negotiations and construction
administration.