MALA DESIGNS
Māla Designs is dedicated to the creation of beautiful, sustainable landscapes inspired by the natural world. With a deep understanding of the unique environmental conditions, biodiversity, and cultural heritage of the regions in which we work, we create thoughtful, integrated designs that complement and enhance the surrounding environment while fostering a distinctive Sense of Place. We believe that a well-designed landscape not only elevates the beauty and functionality of a space but also contributes to a healthier and more sustainable planet.
Passionate about connecting people with nature, culture, and place, Māla Designs specializes in crafting sustainable, farm-to-table edible gardens and immersive outdoor environments for exclusive resorts, private estates, and commercial properties. Our landscapes thoughtfully incorporate native and culturally significant plants, celebrating local traditions and ecological diversity while enriching the user experience.
Working closely with each client, we take the time to understand their vision, goals, and the unique character of their property. From there, we develop customized landscape solutions tailored to the site's specific needs, balancing aesthetics, functionality, and environmental stewardship. Through the careful integration of edible gardens, native species, and culturally appropriate plantings, we create meaningful outdoor spaces that inspire connection, encourage discovery, and leave a lasting impression for generations to come.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
BERNICE FIELDING
Bernice Fielding is the Managing Director of Māla Designs, providing Landscape Design, Horticultural Consulting, and Project Management services to clients throughout Hawaiʻi, across the United States, and internationally. With more than 30 years of experience in horticulture, landscape design, and project management, Bernice brings a global perspective and a deep understanding of creating meaningful, sustainable landscapes that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible.
Having worked extensively around the world and called Hawaiʻi home for over 16 years, Bernice has dedicated her career to designing landscapes that celebrate the unique character of place while promoting ecological stewardship and the preservation of the ʻāina. Her work integrates native and culturally significant plantings, sustainable design principles, and regenerative practices that strengthen the connection between people, land, and culture.
Bernice's diverse expertise spans luxury resorts, private estates, commercial developments, botanical gardens, and large-scale landscape projects. She is recognized for her ability to blend innovative design, horticultural excellence, and practical project execution to create landscapes that are visually stunning, resilient, and enduring.
Her professional credentials include a Diploma in Horticulture and an International Certification of Qualification in Horticulture, a Certificate in Permaculture Design from Cornell University, designation as an ISA Certified Arborist, Certified Sustainable Sites Professional (SITES AP), Chartered Herbalist, and LEED Green Associate (LEED GA). These qualifications, combined with decades of hands-on experience, enable her to provide clients with comprehensive solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, sustainability, and long-term success.