“When friends and associates call Katy “down to earth,” it’s both an appreciation of her personality and an apt description of her knack for creating memorable environments from the raw materials of nature. Since earning her Landscape Architecture degree at Texas Tech, Katy has spent 25 years as a Landscape Architect, beginning her career at one of the world’s most prestigious landscape architecture firms – EDSA – and working on numerous commercial and residential projects throughout Central Florida, as well as the Caribbean and South America.   After a brief pause to raise her three boys, she founded Magley Design.

“One of the things I enjoy most is participating on a challenging project and seeing it grow, evolve, and transform,” says Katy.  “Working with clients to ensure every expectation is fully met … eventually seeing this process blossom into a new and creative space for all to experience.  To see that raw space transform into a new resort, a playground or maybe a school can be a very special thing.  It’s something I take pride in, and really enjoy.”

Katy really personifies the ‘left brain-right brain’ combination of artistry and practicality,  she has the creativity to design wonderful environments … but also the knowledge and discipline to ensure that they are installed efficiently, correctly and with specimens that will thrive to fulfill her vision.  That’s why Disney and other clients have requested her services as project manager.”