Modern Zen Garden

We specialize in Japanese garden design and installation of combined modern Zen and organic materials. Japanese landscape designer Kohei Owatari's modern Zen aesthetic continues to wow past and future clients. Kohei's designs can be seen not only at private residences, but at hotels, parks, and commercial spaces, and create a peaceful retreat from our hectic lives. His reverence for nature comes out in his extensive use of water and stone, resulting in an interplay of clean geometric lines and meandering paths that often lead to a koi pond or meditation bench. In addition to his lush gardens, Kohei Owatari designs and carves his own sculptural accents, mosaics, and water basins that can work as standalone pieces or as part of his overall garden. You can find more of Kohei's award-winning work in publications like Architectural Digest, Better Home and Gardens, HGTV, San Diego Union Tribune, KUSI TV, and San Diego Magazine. Koi ponds, waterfalls, stone sculptures, fountains, Zen gardens… we’ve done it all. By using natural elements like water and stone, we can give you a relaxing environment that takes you away from your modern life. Certifications and Awards: Year 2022 recipient of the ribbon of Green-white award at the Japan Agricultural Achievement to promote and sustain Japanese garden in USA 2017 Garden of the year sponsored by San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyle LEED Platinum Certification on custom residential project – La Jolla, CA – May 2010 Best water feature design – San Diego Spring Garden Show – Mary 2005 Most creative landscape design – San Diego County Fair and Garden Show – July 2003 Achievement Award in medium-sized design and build category – California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) – 2003 First Place in water feature category – CLCA – November 2003 First Place in large landscape design and build category – CLCA – February 2003