LIFESTYLES
Q&A
Birchwood Floral Design owner McKenzi Burtchaell gives tips on her favorite Valentine’s Day arrangements Questions answered by McKenzi Burtchaell
BL: Can you tell us about yourself and your business? MB: I was born and raised in Bakersfield and graduated from Garces Memorial High School — Go Rams! My husband, Blake, and I actually met at Bakersfield College 14 years ago and we have been married for a little over five years now. Blake, too, has remained grounded to Bakersfield; he is an attorney and recently opened his own
law firm in Bakersfield called Bakersfield Law Group just around a year ago. We have two little dachshunds, Dukes and Dane, who I’d admit we may spoil a bit too much and undoubtedly treat as humans, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. I am the owner and lead floral designer of Birchwood Floral Design. I primarily provide florals for weddings and events but also enjoy styling for intimate settings as well. Prior to becoming a florist, I received my bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and was a personal fitness trainer for » See more on McKenzi Burtchaell on PAGE 14.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MCKENZI BURTCHAELL
www.BakersfieldLife.com
13
