
Blake Watson
Field Projects Specialist
An ecological land specialist for many years, Blake has developed low impact systems to control many of the exotic, opportunistic species that now inhabit Hawaiʻi. His university training in organic agriculture is complemented by extensive hands-on experience in agroecology, tree care, design, ethnobotany, and land use policy. As Field Projects Specialist for Ola Design Group, Blake carries out residential landscape construction projects that emphasize minimal impact, native ecosystem stewardship, and organic landscaping practices.
Meet Our Team

Zach Mermel, B.S., M.A.
Founder, Design Director

Brad Kurokawa, ASLA
Registered Landscape Architect

Blake Watson
Senior Field Projects Specialist

Allen Isoshima
Field Project Specialist

Jana Bogs, Ph.D.
Soil Scientist, Horticulturist & Nutritionist

Jason Fox
Founder at Vetiver Farms Hawaiʻi, Landscape Contractor (License C-33895)

EcoSolutions
Civil/Environmental Engineer (License PE-12843)

Keni Holani
Owner/Contractor at Holani Masonry (License CT-18951)