A Passion for plants... and more!
We love plants but that’s not all we do. Based in Rhode Island, Soto Design is a full-service design firm specializing in detailed high end residential landscape design.
What can we do for you?
Committed to the highest level of professional service, Soto Design offers the following:
Landscape Master Planning
Conceptual plan of space outside the building including the driveway, parking court, foundation plantings, walkways, terraces, pool layout, play space, display and kitchen gardens, screening etc.
Project Cost Estimating
Itemized budget estimate based on current contractor prices. This is helpful once a master plan is complete; phasing may be necessary to accomplish the goals of the overall master plan.
On-site Consultation
Evaluation of existing landscape/gardens. Prepare a "memo" of recommendations. Drawings may or may not be necessary.
Invasive Plant Management
Prepare plan for approval by CRMC or DEM for removal of invasive plants along sensitive waterways and propose restorative plantings. Typically a plan is carried out and monitored within a 3 year period.
Construction Observation/ Plant Layout
Monitor construction or planting to ensure the design is carried out per the client's approved drawings. Clients may alternatively chose to take a plan and implement themselves where we can answer questions as necessary.
Other services upon request include: container plant design, garden art sourcing and placement, furniture sourcing and layout, fine gardening, floral design and event planning.
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Master Plan Sketches
Master Plan Sketch #1
Master Plan Sketch #2
About Sophath
Sophath’s background in art, architecture, and horticulture is evident in her work – a masterful unity of man-made materials and natural elements of stone, plants and water. Her sensitivity to light, fragrance, percussion, the passing of time and attention to detail take the landscape to another level unique to her design approach.
Sophath Toun founded SoTo Design Co. in 2011. She has practiced throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina and the islands of the Bahamas.
Professional Experience
Katherine Field & Associates, 2009 – 2011
Landscape Designer, Project Manager
Andreozzi Architects, 2006 – 2009
Architectural Designer
L + A Landscape Architecture, 2004 - 2006
Landscape Designer, Project Manager
Educational Background
Roger Williams University, 2005
Bachelor of Architecture, Minor in Painting
URI Master Gardener, 2012
Rain Garden Training Completion, 2012
RI Certified Coastal Invasive Plant Manager, 2010 – Present
Rhode Island Certified Horticulturalist, 2009 – Present
RINLA (Rhode Island Nursery and Landscape Association) Member, 2009 – Present
Client Recommendations
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She has a great eye for detail.
Valerie H. -
It’s easy when you have an unlimited budget, but it takes talent when you don’t have millions to spend on a great design.
Patrick H. -
Sophath is an angel! She has helped me tremendously.
Samantha O. -
She designs in such a way that will save you money during construction and in the future while fitting seamlessly with the architecture and existing landscape.
Daryl A. -
She's both a genius and an artist.
Benjamin S. -
I love the plan. You’ve managed to fit everything we spoke of!
Janet T. -
I know that whatever she draws up... will be beautiful!”
Jason S. -
She suggests changes that will not only look better, but will require less maintenance; a balance of aesthetic and maintenance.
Phillip H.