Seasonal Christmas planting design for the Channel Gardens at Rockefeller Center.
The Channel Gardens at Rockefeller Center represent one of New York's most beloved seasonal destinations, drawing millions of visitors each holiday season to experience the iconic public space in its winter transformation. Working with Tishman Speyer on this ongoing project, Rewild Landscape approaches the seasonal planting design with the same ecological intelligence and naturalistic sensibility that defines the studio's broader practice. Rather than treating the gardens as a static backdrop, the design embraces layered plant communities and living systems that evolve throughout the season, creating visual richness while honoring the site's role as a gathering place for the city. The challenge of designing for such a high-traffic public environment requires balancing horticultural craft with accessibility and wonder, ensuring that every visitor encounters a landscape that feels both carefully considered and authentically alive. For significant public commissions, Rewild integrates seasonal awareness and community stewardship into plantings that celebrate the specific character of place and time.
