In 1988, Michael entered into the landscape architecture and horticulture program at the University of Rhode Island.  After graduating in 1991 with a degree in landscape architecture, Michael combined his seasonal work with travel abroad to observe and document topography around the world.  Currently, Michael is engaged in the proactive understanding and integration of eco-friendly best practices with a "less is more" approach to design.  Using simplicity allows the natural to be just that and opens his Coastal Plant Palette of over 200 ornamental plants & perennials with high impact color & textures for all four seasons.