THE SOURCE ISSUE 02
In the rolling wilds of New York’s Hudson Valley, where winding roads pass meadows and the scent of rain lingers on native blooms, Brigid Walsh is designing a more regenerative future—one rooted in ecology, driven by curiosity, and quietly revolutionizing how we live with the land. At 100 Miles North, Walsh blends permaculture principles with an eye for aesthetics, offering clients a chance to live more beautifully and more in tune with their environment. It’s not traditional landscaping. It’s something more profound. “I have always been passionate about the outdoors,” she says. Growing up in a rural farming community in Southern California, Walsh saw firsthand how development can deplete natural beauty and destroy ecological balance. But it wasn’t until she relocated to Upstate New York and began working in regional planning that the seed for her design firm was planted. “I saw a real need to bring simple, accessible solutions to everyday homes to help all of us regenerate our lands for resiliency.” With time, her clarity of purpose evolved into a distinct design philosophy that views every landscape as both an ecological system and every interior as a canvas. “Our design approach takes a whole systems methodology,” Walsh explains. “Every single site has a specific story to tell. The soil, the water, the sun, the slope are all positioned in ways to tell us how the features we design will bring out the best natural ecology to restore a low-maintenance and healthy space, all the while focusing on beautification.” The same regenerative principles that guide her landscapes extend into the built environment through the firm’s interiors and restoration work. Employing their earth-first design practices, 100 Miles North offers everything from bespoke design to renovations and restorations using salvaged materials, non-toxic finishes, and timeless design elements that age beautifully. Whether incorporating reclaimed wood,
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