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Garden Picasso
Environmental Infrastructure & Urban Site Remediation
Engineering the ground for a climate-ready future through Green Infrastructure. We specialize in civil-grade stormwater mitigation.

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Forensic Hydrology Audit Pricing: Costs and Benefits for Your New Orleans Home
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. Yo
Preston Robinson
Mar 314 min read


Subsurface Hydraulic Saturation | Why Ward-Level Infiltration is the Only Cure for NOLA
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.
Preston Robinson
Mar 276 min read


The Future of NOLA Infrastructure: Transitioning from Gray to Green with Urban Site Restoration
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 Si
Preston Robinson
Mar 163 min read
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