The Bones
Working at the intersection of design, architecture, and nature, Greenteriors acts as an extension of design and project management teams—supporting the creation of spaces that reconnect people with the natural world.
Founded in 2016, we bring nearly a decade of expertise in biophilic design and green infrastructure. Our role is to simplify complex plant system options and leverage a trusted network of specialists to ensure projects are visionary, practical, and built to last—locally and internationally.
With project management certification and industry-specific education, our collaborative approach considers every factor—from irrigation and lighting to plant species selection, maintenance, and long-term performance—delivering outcomes that inspire, restore, and stand the test of time.
Our Story
Greenteriors began with a simple but powerful goal: to reconnect people with nature through the spaces they inhabit. While studying business, Amanda developed the foundational plan for Greenteriors and, in 2016, received a Small Business Enterprise Centre grant to bring the vision to life. That same year, the company completed its first major installation—marking the beginning of an ongoing journey integrating engineered plant systems into architecture and interiors. Since then, Greenteriors has continued to grow, building credentials that strengthen the business flow and technical expertise, including project management certification, biophilic design studies, and specialized training in green roofs and living wall systems.
As the business evolved, Amanda recognized the importance of collaboration over competition. This insight inspired a transition to Greenteriors’ current model—Curate, Consult, and Contract/Manage—a framework designed to provide flexible, scalable support for architects, designers, and project teams. Today, this approach allows Greenteriors to contribute to projects of all sizes across the globe, offering tailored solutions that honour each project’s unique requirements, constraints, and creative vision.
Values
We foster strong partnerships and shared success by working as an extension of design and project teams. Our collaborative mindset builds trust and delivers results that feel truly co-created.
By aligning with your goals and processes, we ensure our expertise integrates seamlessly into your vision.
Our Ethos
We are rooted in the belief that design should go beyond aesthetics—it should foster well-being, support biodiversity, and reconnect people with the natural world. Our mission is to approach every project with responsibility, clarity, and collaboration, ensuring that nature is not an afterthought but an integral part of the built environment.
Our vision is a future where every building and space thoughtfully incorporates living systems, creating healthier, more resilient, and more beautiful environments for people and the planet. Making biophilic design and green infrastructure accessible, practical, and inspiring—helping architects and designers seamlessly integrate nature-led systems that enhance wellbeing and enrich the built environment.
What Qualifies Us?
Greenteriors operates as an agency-style consultancy led by founder Amanda Matfin—so who is 'us'?
Us refers to our expansive network of trusted industry professionals around the globe, including horticulturists, engineers, lighting designers, and sustainability consultants. This collective expertise allows us to provide well-rounded, technically informed support—bridging the gap between design vision and practical implementation. Acting as an extension of design and project management teams, we bring clarity, structure, and trusted coordination to every project.
Growing up between the lush landscapes of Vancouver Island and the dynamic energy of Southern Ontario, Amanda developed a deep appreciation for both natural and built environments. She began studying Architecture with a focus on sustainable design but soon realized her strength lay in supporting design teams to bring green infrastructure to life.
With over a decade of experience in biophilic design and green infrastructure, Amanda holds project management certifications and advanced training in green roof systems, living wall technologies, and biophilic design principles. From complex irrigation planning to detailed plant species selection, she leverages her expertise and global network to anticipate challenges and deliver projects with precision, accountability, and long-term performance.
Amanda's qualifications blend formal training with years of hands-on project delivery:
2024 - Well Foundations
20245- LEED Foundations
2024 - Partnership Marketing
2023 - Biophilic Design Certificate (Science, Theory, Economics & Practice)
2019 - Green Walls: Design, Site Logistics, & Implementation. British Columbia Institute of Technology
2019 - Green Roofs: Details, Installation, & Maintenance. British Columbia Institute of Technology
2018 - Project Management. Sheridan College
2017 - Biophilic Design for Sustainable Architecture and Interiors
2016 - Greenteriors is Founded! Amanda receives SBEC grant to fund startup
2016 - Architecture Fundamentals. Sheridan College
2015 - Business Management and Entrepreneurship. Mohawk College
2010 - Advertising and Marketing. Sheridan College
The Greenteriors Network
Collaboration over competition is at the core of our approach—No project thrives in isolation.
Greenteriors works at the centre of a trusted network of skilled professionals and trades so we can propose the best solutions based on each project’s requirements and constraints. Acting as an extension of your design and project management team, we bring the right people to the table at the right time, ensuring every solution is both practical and visionary
Our trusted network of specialists includes:
Horticulturists & Plant Technicians – species selection and long-term care
Structural Engineers & Building Envelope Consultants – load capacity and waterproofing
Irrigation Specialists – efficient water delivery system
Lighting Designers – optimized grow light plans
Environmental Scientists & Sustainability Consultants – performance metrics and LEED alignment