VERT: vertical green VertNY, inc. is a landscape design firm specializing in the integration of innovative, sustainable techniques with attractive, inviting designs for urban residential landscapes in New York City. We recognize that the urban landscape provides a multitude of opportunities to create ecologically sound environments for the city and its residents. The principals of the firm, Kristi Stromberg Wright and Martha Desbiens, have collaborated on numerous residential, corporate and public landscape projects, from roof gardens to public plazas. Our most recent projects include a high end penthouse terrace in SOHO and a green roof garden on 5th Avenue. Our knowledge of horticulture and sustainable design, and our experience working with developers, architects, engineers, and contractors to meet the specifications of our clients, have well prepared us to serve this emerging market. We handle each project carefully, emphasizing collaboration with the client to match their individual situation and style. Martha, whose training includes landscape architecture and environmental design, has worked for a number of years with the innovative landscape and urban design firm Balmori Associates. Prior to teaming up with Martha, Kristi ran her own landscape design business for several years and also worked as landscape designer and horticulturalist with renowned designers Diana Balmori and Lynden B. Miller." Martha Desbiens Kristi Stromberg Wright