Artistically painted horses graze around Santa Ynez thanks to the work and collaboration between the Santa Ynez Chamber and community artists. Come take a look as you shop and dine in the Township of Santa Ynez. Please contact the Chamber at 805-350-8517 for more information.
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Santa Ynez
Founded in 1882, the western township of Santa Ynez is situated just one mile from the historic San Marcos Pass stagecoach route over the Santa Ynez Mountains between Santa Barbara and Los Olivos. Just as in 1882, the town provides services to the surrounding ranches and farms, as well as to visitors of the region. The town’s turn-of-the-20th-century western false-front architecture boasts a surprising variety of shops, services, restaurants, and accommodations, benefiting both residents and visitors alike.
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Agua Dulce Garden Design
Agua Dulce Garden Design is led by Denise Johns, a California-licensed landscape architect with a passion for creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces.
Denise’s background is as rich and diverse as the landscapes she designs. She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of California, Berkeley, followed by a Master of Landscape Architecture from California Polytechnic University, Pomona. Her experiences living in Paris, Santa Barbara County, and rural Western Washington all contribute to her design philosophy, which emphasizes beauty, practicality, and creating a sense of sanctuary.
Denise takes a collaborative approach to design, working closely with clients to understand their aspirations and translate them into stunning outdoor environments. Her portfolio includes a wide range of projects, from private homes, ranches, and estate gardens to parks and streetscapes. Her work can be found throughout California, including Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Rancho Santa Fe, and Malibu, as well as Snohomish, Washington.
Denise is a respected member of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and the Landscape Architects Technical Committee (LATC). Her California license number is 4619.
