About

Our mission is to design sustainable landscapes that enhance the architecture on site and fulfill the aspirations of our clients.

We create naturalistic gardens with strong structural elements. The practice was established in 1993 and while most of our work is in Fairfield County, Connecticut, we have undertaken projects in several states. We seek to create harmonious environments that are enduring and contribute to the well-being of our clients and the natural world around them.

Our work was featured in ‘Humming with Activity’ in the May 2022 issue of Cottages and Gardens.


Our Team

Wendy Lindquist

Owner & Landscape Designer

Since 1993, Wendy has been designing and installing residential and commercial landscapes that exhibit a broad knowledge of plants, an elegant placement of materials, a respect for eco-systems, and the architecture of the site. Prior to forming her own company, she spent five years at a prestigious nursery in Fairfield County where her passion for gardening was honed into a craft.  

Wendy lectures on garden design, pollinators and the gardens of Kyoto. She has been quoted in many newspapers and magazines including Cottages and Gardens and Garden Design. She is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the Ecological Landscape Association, the Northeast Organic Farming Association, the Fairfield Garden Club (GCA), and the Black Rock Garden Club.  

Wendy is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and received a Degree in Advanced Studies from the University of Caen, France.


Grace Jocham

Horticulturist

Grace joined Lindquist Design Associates in the spring of 2023. She graduated from Penn State with a degree in horticulture and worked at Hershey Gardens, helping to maintain the extensive gardens. 

Grace provides vital support to our maintenance teams with plant inspections and design input. Her plant knowledge is valuable with plant sourcing and purchasing.


Olger Benavides

Fine Gardener

Olger is an expert pruner and fine gardener. Lindquist Design has been very fortunate to have his energy, expertise, and good nature on staff since 2015.


Fernando Iraheta

Fine Gardener

Fernando brings his strong work ethic to everything he and his crew do. He loves working in the gardens and delights in learning everything he can about horticulture.