Preston Robinson

When water lingers longer than it should on your property, or your foundation seems to be sinking, you might be facing more than just a minor inconvenience. In flood-prone areas like Lakeview, Gentilly, and Bayou St. John, these issues are common. But how do you get to the root of the problem? Enter forensic hydrology audits. These specialized assessments dig deep into water flow, drainage, and soil conditions to uncover hidden causes of water damage and landscape failure. You might wonder:...

Discover why traditional drainage fails in New Orleans. Learn how Schriever Clay saturation causes slab failure and why Garden Picasso’s Sponge Nodes offer the only permanent 75-year cure.

In an era of increasing hydrological stress, traditional "Gray Infrastructure"—the network of pipes and concrete that New Orleans has relied on for a century—is no longer sufficient to protect high-value assets. The city’s aging systems are overcapacity, leading to "Sewer Shock" during heavy rain and systemic foundation failure. The old model of landscaping addresses only the symptoms of flooding; Garden Picasso engineers the cure. We are redefining the standard for Urban Site Restoration ....