About EVE

Established in 2016, Rachel Stephenson works with specialists in horticulture, education, construction, and public art to create unique and inspiring outdoor spaces.

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Rachel Stephenson

Permaculture and landscape designer
Project management
Horticulturalist/Gardener
Educator

Born in Aotearoa -New Zealand Rachel was in Melbourne from 2011-2020 studying, then practising Horticulture, Permaculture and Landscape Design.
A permaculture internship in the Jordan Valley (2018-19) gave her practical experience of how best to regenerate landscapes following man-made desertification. Relocating to Aotearoa in 2020, Rachel is now based in Whanganui where she combines skills in fine arts, design, and horticulture to design and deliver engaging educational projects in schools, community and residential settings.

EDUCATION

  • 2018 ‘Greening the Desert’ Permaculture Internship with Geoff and Nadia Lawton, Jawasari, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

  • 2016 Diploma of Landscape Design, Holmesglen TAFE, Glen Waverley, Melbourne, Australia.

  • 2013 Permaculture Design Certificate, VEG Very Edible Gardens, Melbourne, Australia.

  • 2004 Bachelor of Fine Arts, Otago Polytechnic School of Fine Arts, Dunedin, New Zealand

  • Working With Children Check, Australia.