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Gary Blum

Gary Blum


Manoli Galanakis

Manoli Galanakis

Adriann Valiquette

Adriann Valiquette

Gary Blum
Title:
Principal, Landscape Designer
Education:
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Cum Laude), SUNY Syracuse; B.A. in Environmental Science (Magna Cum Laude), SUNY Syracuse; A.S. in Ornamental Horticulture, SUNY Farmingdale
Experience:
Over 35 years in the industry
Honors & Awards:
Former Professor of Landscape Construction at SUNY Farmingdale - Served on Board of Directors for the Long Island Nurseryman's Association - Currently Serves on the Horticultural Advisory Committee At SUNY Farmingdale - Over 25 National and Local Design Awards
Philosophy:
Gary is the office expert on site design, engineering, and management. He follows his projects from their inception to completion and continues to manage them as they mature. Gary's goal is for every landscape designed by Schlick to be a source of pride for both the company and the client.
Peter Schlick
Title:
Principal, General Manager
Education:
M.S. in Ornamental Horticulture, University of California, Davis; B.S. in Biology, LIU Southampton/SUNY Binghamton
Experience:
Over 25 years in the industry
Honors & Awards:
Former professor of Landscape Construction at SUNY Farmingdale - Featured in garden segments on News12 Long Island - Served on the Board of Directors for the Long Island Nurseryman's Association
Philosophy:
Peter serves as the hub of all production for the company. As the liaison between the design team and construction crews, his main focus is on building top quality landscapes that function properly. Peter believes that the key to the long-term success of a landscape lies in careful planning, anticipating the drainage requirements of the design, and attending to detail throughout all phases of development.
Manoli Galanakis
Title:
Landscape Designer
Education:
A.S. in Ornamental Horticulture, SUNY Farmingdale
B.S. in Landscape Architecture, Rutgers University
Experience:
9 years in the industry
Philosophy:
"A well-designed landscape should be thought of as a living work of art. Various forms, textures, colors, sounds, and scents work in harmony to excite and inspire all the senses. Through creativity, a solution can be found for every gardening challenge. It is these unique scenarios that sometimes make for the most extraordinary gardens."
Adriann Valiquette
Title:
Landscape Designer
Education:

Degree in Ornamental Horticulture - Landscape Development
Farmingdale State
Degree in Fine Arts
Community College of Rhode Island
Certified Nursery Professional

Experience:
More than 10 years in the industry
Philosophy:

"Ultimate landscape design begins with a true understanding of the client’s needs and desires when planning their project.
Creating functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments will truly enhance one’s lifestyle and property value."

Ron Schlick

Title:
Founder, Landscape Designer, Photographer
Education:
Bachelor of Arts, LIU C.W. Post; A.S. in Ornamental Horticulture, SUNY Farmingdale
Experience:
Over 50 years in the industry
Honors & Awards:
Over 40 National and Local Design Awards - Featured in numerous National magazines - An accomplished photographer, his work has been featured in several local galleries
Philosophy:
'Landscapes for Living'. This catch phrase best describes what Ron has been creating for 45 years. Multi-level areas encompassing entertainment spaces, intimate nooks, and places for cooking and dining are all characteristic of Ron's landscapes. Lush plantings with a multitude of foliage textures and flower colors surround these spaces to give his clients a comfortable, inviting outdoor living environment.
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