Location

Allston, MA

Design Objectives

Sustainability was the overarching goal for both the building and the landscape at Harvard SEC.

Location

Miami, Florida

Design Objectives

Given the park’s coastal location and exposure to severe weather, creating a resilient and durable landscape was crucial. The design needed to withstand hurricanes, tropical storms, and tidal flooding. The main design component increasing resilience was the raised seawall – elevated by almost four feet in height across a shoreline length of 1125 feet.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Design Objectives

The landscape design of Angel Park, led by SALT Design Studio, carefully balanced the community’s needs, the project’s budget, and the unique characteristics of the site. The design also integrates the space into the larger campus plan for The Village of Arts and Humanities. The following sections outline the key design objectives that shaped the project.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Design Objectives

Borski Park was designed by Ground Reconsidered to prioritize green infrastructure. The project aims to not only improve the aesthetic and functional aspects of the waterfront but also contribute positively to the local environment by reducing stormwater runoff, supporting native wildlife, and transforming the industrial area into park space.

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Design Objectives

From the beginning, the project was anchored in its greatest asset: the historic redwoods. These trees stand as living witnesses to Sunnyvale’s transformation. Bionic’s approach was to celebrate their presence, weaving the public realm around arborist-defined root protection zones which strictly governed construction tolerances.

Location

Fredericksburg, VA

Design Objectives

The design objectives for Riverfront Park were multifaceted, aiming to create a modern recreational area integrated into the surrounding historically significant city of Fredericksburg. Initiated as part of a master plan in 2008, the design process for Riverfront Park began in earnest in 2016.

Location

Toronto, ON

Design Objectives

The project aimed to create a space that acknowledges and facilitates Indigenous cultural representation, history, and teachings. Led by Brook McIlroy’s Indigenous Design Studio, the design was shaped through extensive consultations with Indigenous elders and stakeholders, reflecting a broad spectrum of Indigenous knowledge and cultural practices.

Location

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Design Objectives

The main design objective at Tulsa Educare 4 was to develop a stimulating outdoor learning environment for pre-kindergarten aged children.

Location

Worcester, PA

Design Objectives

From the outset, the project’s success depended on its ability to provide accessibility, functionality, and durability. The Variety team had learned firsthand from their experiences with Variety students that true accessibility goes beyond technical compliance; it must anticipate and support the real-world experiences of the people using the space.

Location

Lewisham, London

Design Objectives

The Chinbrook Meadows Wetlands project was driven by four primary design objectives: enhancing water quality, mitigating flood risks, promoting biodiversity, and creating an accessible community space. Each objective required careful integration of ecological and civil engineering with landscape design to meet both environmental and social needs.

Location

Forest Grove, OR

Design Objectives

The multi-disciplinary firm MIG Inc., led by Melissa Erikson and Christina Frank, was tasked with creating an inclusive, accessible natural play area within the existing Rogers Park, under the majestic canopy of Oregon white oaks. Erikson described Anna and Abby’s Yard as a “once-in-a-lifetime project.” The primary objective was to honor the memory of the two sisters by creating a space that embodies their spirit.

Location

Hales Corners, WI

Design Objectives

Designed by Milwaukee-based New Eden Landscape Architecture (New Eden), Margie’s Garden carefully considers the movement patterns of children and families. The project demanded a pathway system that could blend seamlessly with the garden’s natural beauty, provide a stable and durable surface, require minimal maintenance, and withstand the traffic of numerous visitors with varying accessibility needs, including those using wheelchairs and strollers.

Location

Annapolis, Maryland

Design Objectives

The central feature of the Guardians Memorial is a grove of five granite pillars symbolizing the journalists, interspersed among Bald Cypress trees.

Location

Aotearoa

Design Objectives

The primary landscape design objective was to honor the cultural and historical significance of Māngere Mountain. In Māori culture, mountains are considered ancestors and treated with a high level of reverence and respect. With this in mind, Boffa Miskell aimed to create an experience of place that respects the site’s heritage and enhances its cultural narrative.

Location

Multiple locations

Design Objectives

North American landscape projects have long favored monolithic hardscape materials like asphalt and concrete for pathways, trails, and public spaces.