“Witch Hazel was great to work with and helped us through and set up a great sustainable plan for our property. I definitely plan on working with them more in the future to make this plan a reality!”
— Ryan Smith, North Plains, OR
People First
Permaculture’s history can be described much like the company’s present - activated by community
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Founder
Julian has obtained three certificates in permaculture design and teaching from respected educators. His training includes experiences in Asheville with Zev Friedman, Portland with various instructors; Bolinas, California with Penny Livingston-Stark, and Jude Hobbs in Cottage Grove, OR, among others. He also studied Sustainable. Ag. at Warren Wilson College in Black Mountain, NC, and Sus. Landscape Tech at PCC Rock Creek.
At present, Julian focuses on growing, processing, and harvesting a variety of annual and perennial foods. He is also passionate about discovering new ways to gather and share meals with his family and friends.
julian@witchhazeldesigns.com
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Edward is a graduate of Portland State University’s School of Architecture. He’s interested in sustainable design and building strategies that emerge out of community engagement, natural building, and material use. He’s curious about how these concepts can manifest into affordable housing and holistic design solutions. Outside of design, Edward is an avid surfer, gardener, and adventurer who finds inspiration in the natural environment and magic of the Pacific North West
Colleagues & Collaborators
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Mark Lakeman
Leader in the regional and national design communities of resilient/sustainable homes and spaces.
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Communitecture
Architects/Permaculturalists/Drafters
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PlaceCraft
Fine PNW Ecological builders
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Matt Bibeau
Ecological Landscaper/Farmer/Educator
PDXpermaculture
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Simon Lyle
Founder, Lead
Born and Raised Construction
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Lloyd EcoDistrict
