Mission Statement
At SW Design, we combine over 35 years of experience with a passion for design excellence and sustainability. Every project begins with a deep understanding of the site’s unique characteristics and environmental conditions, allowing us to craft creative, tailored solutions that respect both nature and design intent.
As a boutique firm, we pride ourselves on direct collaboration with clients and subconsultants, ensuring seamless coordination, exceptional quality, and cost-conscious results. Whether your project is commercial or residential, our expertise spans diverse scopes—always balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability.
Licensed in California and Nevada and fully insured, SW Design delivers confidence and reliability in every detail.
About Our Owner
Stephanie Wondolleck has more than 35 years of experience in a variety of Landscape Architectural project types, scales, and environmental regions for private and public clients. After working for 17 years at Glanville Associates and other prominent firms in the San Francisco Bay Area, she established SW Design in 2010.
Stephanie is a Bay Area native and with her family is a longtime resident of San Rafael, California. Part of her hobby resume includes five time U.S. Women's Sailing Champion, awarded the U.S. Sailing Sportsmanship Trophy, and shortlisted for the U.S. Yachtswoman of the Year. Educated at University of California at Berkeley, graduating with the Merit Award of Excellence in 1987.
Stephanie is a licensed and insured Landscape Architect in the states of California, RLA 3680, and Nevada, RLA 843. She is also a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects and its Northern California Chapter.
Client Satisfaction
Clients include developers, architects, contractors, home owners, and non-profit agencies.
We provide detailed coordination with subconsultants, engineers, and designers working in parallel. Valuable attributes include strong attention to detail, ability to listen, and offering alternatives.