April 2009 Newsletter

VALUED CUSTOMERS & FRIENDS+

On April 4th, C & K Landscape Design adopted the name FormLA Landscaping. As the business and our team have grown well beyond the “C” and “K,” we want our name to reflect the full breadth and depth of our team, the services we offer, and our long-standing commitment to sustainability. Whether you need us to design or build a custom, inviting, sustainable outdoor space, or maintain your landscape with industry-leading sustainable practices, you can still count on the same warm, personal service that puts your needs and vision first.

You can find us at the same address and phone numbers. Please visit our new Web site at http://www.formlainc.com and update the following key emails in your address book:

Owner/President:
Cassy Aoyagi, cassy@formlainc.com

Production Manager:
Mark Britten, mark@formlainc.com

Bookkeeping:
John Avakian, john@formlainc.com

Maintenance Care Manager:
Jorge Salazar, jorge@formlainc.com

It is a recurring and pleasant reminder that some of the most wonderful people we’ve met since opening our doors in 1997 happen to be our clients—we feel privileged daily to be working so closely with you. Thank you for your ongoing support of our name change and your loyalty to our team that works so hard to make it happen for you!

Sincerely,
Cassy and Kirk Aoyagi

LATEST NEWS+

New restrictions on outdoor water use. Gardens featured on native garden tour.

UPCOMING EVENTS+

Garden tours and events.

SERVICE UPDATES+

Water auditing. Electronic billing.

TEAM UPDATE+

New certifications and expertise.

UPCOMING EVENTS+

Join FormLA at Los Angeles Area Events
The FormLA team has garden installations at several events
this Spring, and we would
enjoy seeing you:

April 17: Watch for FormLA Trucks and T-shirts

April 19 – May 17: Pasadena Showcase House of Design.
Get details

April 26: La Cañada Valley Beautiful Garden Tour. Get details

May 8 and 9: Alternative Building Expo. Get details

May 16: Hike and Learn with Cassy. Get details

TEAM UPDATE+

FormLA Expands Expertise in Sustainable Practices

Cassy Aoyagi earned LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accreditation from the U.S.
Green Building Council.

Kirk Aoyagi became a Certified Water Manager.

LATEST NEWS+

Local and State Governments Restrict Outdoor Water Use
Angelinos commit 30-40 percent of their water use to keeping their outdoor spaces beautiful. With reservoirs at the lowest point since the late 1970s and court rulings mandating conservation, both state and local policy makers are implementing tough outdoor water use restrictions. Cassy and Kirk Aoyagi provide insight into ways Angelinos can maintain a beautiful outdoor space while using less water.

View Water Conservation Tips

See Cassy’s Landscape Industry
Show Presentation

Four FormLA Gardens Featured on Theodore Payne Foundation Native Garden Tour
Four gardens designed and installed by FormLA Landscaping were featured on the Theodore Payne Foundation’s self-guided tour of Los Angeles’ most noteworthy native residential landscapes. The Markota, Palmer, Rosen and Sanchez gardens each contain 70-100 percent native plants, reflecting the garden owners’ commitment to sustainable living. We are grateful to each of the homeowners for opening their outdoor living space to the community – thank you! Read more

SERVICE UPDATE+

Benefit from Our
Sustainable Expertise and Practices
FormLA has added new services and practices, including:

Water Audits
Every drop counts. We can audit your outdoor water use and provide tips and tools for conserving one of Los Angeles’ most in-demand resources. Request water audit

Electronic Invoicing
Thank you to those of you who have signed up to receive our invoices via email. Request electronic invoicing

info@formlainc.com • PO Box 44 Tujunga, CA 91043
phone 818.353.7030 • 310.979.9002 • fax 818.353.6837 • www.formlainc.com