Author Archives: Tom Levin

Retail, Apartments, Offices, Industrial Sites Heliports/Helipads Schools and Public Facilities Neighborhood Subdivision Layouts Minor Subdivision Design and Permitting Rural/Open Space Subdivisions Ekistics Design Studio has been responsible for detailed site plans for commercial site plans and subdivisions with particular attention … Continue reading→

Environmental Impact Statements Comprehensive Plan Amendments Rezoning and Special Uses Variances Subdivision Plat Review Commercial Site Plans Wetland Permits Development approvals are essential to all aspects of development for both private and public projects. Understanding how to use creative design … Continue reading→

Tree Protection Grading Design Land Shaping Plans Engineered Soils Erosion Control Rain Gardens Native Understory Protection Plans Wetland and Pond Grading Design Drainage Systems for Pedestrian Areas Low Impact Construction Details Site grading is crucial to the preservation of trees … Continue reading→

Environmental Analysis Eco-regions and Watersheds Multi-Use Corridor Studies Visual Preference Surveys Community Assistance Programs Ekistics Design Studio forges a unique approach to planning where natural resources define the project framework and human issues are addressed at all scales. We are … Continue reading→

Greenfields Impact Mitigation Brownfields Amelioration/Enhancement Tree and Natural Area Conservation Site Sensitive Grading and Fill Minimization Co-location of Utilities Bio-swale Design Water Conservation Design Over 20 years ago, Ekistics Design Studio was a pioneer in promoting sustainable development solutions in … Continue reading→

Site Analysis Development Feasibility Studies Mixed Use Developments New Urbanism Planned Unit Developments (PUD) Rural and Agricultural Planning Ekistics has over 25 years of practical experience in master planning commercial, residential, open space and civic uses for public and private … Continue reading→

Design Team Approach Civil Engineer/Landscape Architect Site Partnering Landscape/Stormwater Solutions Utility Location Impact Minimization Ekistics is well versed in coordinating or participating in multi-firm team projects to integrate the design functions of diverse professions into a cohesive design. A firm … Continue reading→

Design Guidelines Plazas and Courtyards Streetscapes Outdoor Markets Walls, Planters and Street Furniture Fountains Outdoor Lighting and Signage The scope of our practice embraces urban plazas, waterfront promenades, courtyards, streetscapes, community design guidelines. Our inspiration in developing urban form grows … Continue reading→

Urban Infill Development Historic Resources Design Guidelines Architectural Review Coordination Downtowns Community Redevelopment Areas Creating livable vibrant communities and neighborhoods requires an understanding of both urban history and ecology. These are timeless lessons we have learned. Too many new urban … Continue reading→

Site Analysis Development Feasibility Studies Mixed Use Developments New Urbanism Planned Unit Developments (PUD) Rural and Agricultural Planning Ekistics has over 25 years of practical experience in master planning commercial, residential, open space and civic uses for public and private … Continue reading→

1988 Award of Recognition, Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission Community Awards Program – Independent Day School, Phase I, Tampa, Florida. 1990 Environmental Achievement Award, HillsboroughCounty Board of County Commissioners, for “exceptional effort and commitment to programs which protect and enhance … Continue reading→

Wetland Impact Inventory and Analysis UMAM Studies Wetland Creation Grading Plans Wetland Planting Plans Onsite Mitigation Banking Dredge and Fill Permitting Our unique approach to wetland evaluation and mitigation planning is a result of our background in planning, ecology and … Continue reading→