The City of Cupertino has transformed the landscape surrounding its City Hall in response to California’s persistent drought conditions. This redesign replaces water-intensive turf with a demonstration garden featuring drought-tolerant native California plants and compatible species. 

​​The project extends the central public plaza into the new gardens, creating a harmonious blend of urban and natural elements. While preserving the existing mature Chinese Pistache trees that provide valuable shade, the redesign introduces richly textured plantings that attract pollinators and birds, enhancing urban biodiversity. 

​​New features include benches and pathways that activate a shady plaza, offering visitors a place to rest and connect with nature. This renovation not only addresses water conservation needs but also creates an engaging, eco-friendly public space that serves as an educational model for sustainable urban landscaping while maintaining the area’s functionality for city residents.