Landwell Design + Build Co. is made up of a diverse team of creative professionals; we are an assemblage of designers, artists, builders and horticulturists whose collective experience and ingenuity constitutes a unique perspective that transcends the traditional bounds of landscape design and construction.

OUR TEAM

**Jon Svehla**
president

Jon grew up in Northern California before moving to San Luis Obispo in 2006 to pursue a degree in Landscape Architecture at Cal Poly. Throughout his education he was able to work for a variety of talented designers and contractors who introduced him to the design-build field, and he discovered a passion for not only functional and aesthetic design, but for the practical application and construction of it. Upon graduating from Cal Poly in 2009, Jon worked for a multidisciplinary design firm in San Francisco where he teamed with architects, urban planners, and interior designers in a collaborative office environment. He credits that experience for giving him a more well-rounded design perspective; it sparked his interest in not only landscape and exterior spaces, but interiors, furniture, and architecture. Jon had always wanted to return to the Central Coast, and in 2012 he left his position as a firefighter on a hotshot crew and moved back to SLO. He spent three years as a construction foreman and project manager before getting his landscape contractors license and starting Landwell Design + Build Co., and in 2018 he obtained a general contractor’s license. He has dedicated an immense amount of time and energy to establish a team of designers, builders and artists that share his attention to detail and ability to communicate effectively, work hard, be creative, and deliver high quality results. When Jon isn't in the field or the office, he enjoys trail running, backpacking in the Sierras, building furniture, and exploring the Central Coast.

**joslyn amato**
senior landscape designer, sites ap

Joslyn is a Central Coast native and a Cal Poly SLO graduate; in 2011 she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Horticulture with a concentration in Landscape Design. Over the past eleven years of professional experience in horticulture, landscape design, project management, agricultural entomology and photography, Joslyn has developed a unique perspective and skill set that complements her artistic talent, creativity, and love for the outdoors, and allows her to take on a wide variety of projects at Landwell. Joslyn’s responsibilities include landscape design and three-dimensional rendering, project photography, website development, blog posts, and social media marketing. Outside of the office, Joslyn spends her time with her husband, daughter, and their mini Aussie, as well as family and friends. She loves being active outdoors and exploring the environment, traveling, photographing nature, gardening, cooking, and creating art.

JOIN OUR TEAM

We are always looking for qualified, talented and motivated individuals to join both our design and construction teams. If you are interested in a position at Landwell Design + Build Co., please send your resume and portfolio (if applicable) to info@landwellinc.com.