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Who We Are

Creative Greens is a landscape design studio built on vision, curiosity, and craft. We believe outdoor space should reflect not just nature — but the people, culture and aspirations surrounding it. Our editorial approach combines sustainable practice with editorial design focus, creating gardens that thrive for years to come.

From boutique gardens to landmark communal spaces, our team shapes the everyday outdoors with thought, care, and a sense of possibility.

Creative Greens

Nature × Culture

  • Crafting spaces where people and ecology thrive together
  • Commitment to authentic, lasting beauty

Our mission is to reconnect people with natural spaces, using design as both method and message. Each project is guided by curiosity, environmental responsibility, and a belief in the timeless value of thoughtful landscapes.

Our Story

2013

Studio Founded

Creative Greens begins with a shared ambition: bring editorial vision and environmental care to Europe's landscape design scene.

2015

First Award

Received Sustainable Practice Award for innovative rain garden project, marking a first for the team and region.

2018

Team Grows

Welcomed new landscape architects and designers, growing to a dedicated team of ten, widening our portfolio and approach.

2020

Landmark Projects

Delivered first municipal garden with climate-sensitive design, featured in multiple industry journals.

2023

A Decade of Design

Celebrating ten years, with over 100 green spaces transformed. Studio ethos reinforced: design as generosity—cultivating places that outlast trend.

Our Values

Sustainability

We prioritize eco-friendly materials and water-wise design, building spaces that enrich not only our clients but their surroundings.

Craft

Attention to detail defines every project. Hands-on collaboration and skilled partners shape distinctive outdoor environments.

Client Care

Every assignment is personal. We listen first, offering expert advice and adapting our process to your unique needs.

Curiosity

We see every site as an opportunity to learn — exploring new ideas, materials, and plant palettes with open minds.

Responsibility

Conscious of our lasting impact, we advocate for native planting and built-in resilience against climate shifts.

Community

From public parks to private gardens, we anchor projects in their context and support environmental, social, and artistic connection.

Inside the Studio

Garden designer sketching concepts at a large table

Design ideation, early morning — where projects begin

Contemporary landscape design studio workspace with tools

Studio workspace — a blend of tools, plants, and ideas

Garden design team in creative discussion session

Collaborative review — every garden shaped together

Studio Leadership

Alexei R. Volkov Founder / Lead Architect

With two decades shaping outdoor environments, Alexei blends the artistic and the practical. His vision seeded Creative Greens’ editorial approach and ecological focus. He guides every project from idea to completion, mentoring talent and ensuring the studio never loses its spark of curiosity and care.

Polina Kuznetsova Design Director

Polina leads concept development and client collaboration with endless curiosity and attention to detail. Bringing editorial design thinking and a passion for botany, she ensures every Creative Greens space is unique, client-centered, and ecologically smart. Polina’s leadership inspires our team to continually evolve our craft.

Certifications & Awards

IFLA Member International Federation of Landscape Architects
Sustainable Practice Award 2015 Rain Garden Project, Berlin
European Design Prize 2020 Promenade Project
Best Garden Studio 2022, Garden Living Magazine
Community Choice 2023, Barcelona Urban Awards

Featured In

Trusted by editors and industry leaders

Our work has featured in leading design publications, both digital and print, confirming our unique approach to outdoor space. From innovative city gardens to sustainable landscapes, our studio's philosophy and projects have garnered praise in outlets such as Gardenista, Modern Design Quarterly, and Green Urban Living. We are honored to partner with editors and writers who celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and ecological design. These features highlight our dedication to creating timeless, people-focused environments that enrich communities and support a thriving planet.

Editorial photo of a modern landscaped garden with abundant greenery and stone path

Ready to Begin?

We’d love to hear from you. Let’s explore how Creative Greens can shape your outdoor experience. Our replies are always prompt and personal.

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