Family-Owned.
Organically Grown.
As a family-owned consulting firm, we bring a personal touch to every project, treating your home like our own. Dedicated to regenerative solutions for a sustainable future, we specialize in organic landscaping, heirloom edible gardens, and community education — transforming everyday spaces into thriving, resilient sanctuaries.
About Us
Benjamin & Farris was founded with a simple philosophy: when we care for the land, the land cares for us.
Benjamin & Farris was born from generations of craftsmanship, land stewardship, and a deep-rooted connection to the Gulf region. Named in honor of our grandfathers — master carpenters, gardeners, and builders — our work continues the legacy they began: working with our hands in the soil, building from the ground up, and living in harmony with the land.
Our family has called the Gulf Coast home for over a century. The rhythms of this place — its heavy rains, fertile soil, and vibrant ecosystems — have shaped our philosophy and our practices. At Benjamin & Farris, we believe that tending the land is both an art and a responsibility.
As a family-owned consulting firm, we specialize in organic landscaping, heirloom edible gardens, food waste composting systems, and regenerative land solutions. We are committed to creating spaces that not only sustain the people who live in them but also enrich the soil, water, and communities they touch. Through education, hands-on collaboration, and a respect for traditional knowledge, we help our clients build thriving, resilient landscapes that honor the past while nurturing the future.
At the heart of everything we do is a simple belief: when we care for the land, the land cares for us.
Meet Our Founder
Patrick “Shui” Guillory is a former Division I swimmer who found balance and restoration through yoga and meditation during his years as an elite athlete. His journey led him to become a certified yoga and Qigong instructor, studying under renowned Taoist master Mantak Chia. For
the past seven years, Shui has apprenticed under Master Gardener Terry Garner, learning the art and science of plant care, food cultivation, and large-scale garden management.
Inspired by his grandfather’s legacy as a gardener, Shui has developed a deep love for growing that goes beyond the soil. Today, he designs edible landscapes to help families grow nourishing food in their own backyards and consults with farms on regenerative and sustainable practices. For Shui, gardening is not just practical—it’s a spiritual practice and an integral part of his mindfulness journey.
When he’s not in the garden, Shui devotes his time to coaching men through his platform Cultivating Masculinity, guiding them to embody peaceful, grounded masculinity.