Rene’ J. L. Fransen, FASLA Founder and Senior Designer of Fransen Mills Landscape Architects , has built a distinguished career blending his passions for architecture and horticulture. He specializes in high end residential and commercial design. His work has taken him to the Cote’ du Azur, the Bahamas, and most of the United States. His work has been featured in many national publications starting in 1981 and many books. He is also deeply committed to preserving New Orleans arts and culture., actively serving on the boards of Longue Vue House and Gardens, The New Orleans Botanical Garden Foundation, Save Our Cemeteries, and, of course, The Louisiana Landmarks Society.