Who we are...

We are a team of
permaculture designers, gardeners, builders, and artists dedicated to creating regenerative systems that support life. 
We are passionate about sustainable land management and believe it is possible through ecological landscaping and permaculture design. By mimicking nature's processes we can better design systems that work with the environment to provide services such as habitat, food, beauty, and much more. We give landowners a road map and the support to restore their property to an ecologically sound system that provides for the needs of the inhabitants and the native flora and fauna. 

THE TEAM

Blaze Elation
​owner, project manager

A Central Coast native with roots in sustainable agriculture and country living. Blaze received a degree in Conservation and Resource Studies from UC Berkeley with a minor in Forestry. As a certified permaculture designer she has worked to create a better relationship between people and their environment by making ecologically based design decisions. She is inspired by nature and enjoys backpacking where she can brush up on Latin plant names and uses, hunt for edible mushrooms, and marvel in the exquisite beauty and complexity of the local ecology.

Kelsey Day
​landscape designer, draftsman

Kelsey has her masters in City and Regional Planning from Cal Poly. She is trained in drafting, 3d rendering, graphic design, and visual arts. She is a gifted artist who brings her talent and creativity to our permaculture designs. She has co-founded, designed, managed, and run sustainable farm operations. Currently she is developing a beyond-organic 60 acre regenerative Navajo-Churro sheep ranch. Her passion is in restoring landscapes and she is inspired by good food, rising tides, wagging tails, and happy people.

James R. Henry
construction consultant

James has worked in construction for over 25 years. He has extensive experience in estimating, project management and superintendent duties in and around the Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and Monterey counties. He has experience in the federal, state and private work environments. He manages multiple construction projects and directs the activities of superintendents, administrative staff and skilled tradesmen. He provides leadership and support in estimating, managing, and budgeting. His 7 years of experience as a building inspector streamlines all of our efforts and processes.

Rafael Vargas
foreman

Rafael seems to be a bit of a plant whisper with great attention to detail. He lovingly tends to each and every plant and is sensitive to their specific needs. He makes art out of his work and always with a smile. Rafael received his certification from the Green Gardener Program at Santa Barbara Citi College in 2011. He has been a part of Elationscapes from its infancy and helps shape who we are with his great attitude and artistic workmanship. 

Thank You!

Of course a huge part of our success is due to the overwhelming support we get from our family and friends!