Design

Design and Planning differ only in scale. Design is integral to our planning services while good planning makes for better design. We design detailed site plans requiring knowledge of land use physical requirements for buildings, parking and open space. We apply our knowledge of materials, methods of construction and site grading to people spaces and landscapes. The result is an attention to detail at all scales of development that allows us to explore innovative alternatives.

Urban Design

  • Design Guidelines
  • Plazas and Courtyards
  • Streetscapes
  • Outdoor Markets
  • Walls, Planters and Street Furniture
  • Fountains
  • Outdoor Lighting and Signage

Site Planning

  • Retail, Apartments, Offices, Industrial Sites
  • Heliports/Helipads
  • Schools and Public Facilities
  • Neighborhood Subdivision Layouts
  • Minor Subdivision Design and Permitting
  • Rural/Open Space Subdivisions

Theming

  • Design Compatibility Analysis
  • Traditional, Exotic or Ecological Themes
  • “Kit of Parts” Programming
  • Environmental Art
  • 3D visualization

Parks and Recreation Planning

  • Community Recreation Programming
  • Open Space Planning
  • Playfields and Playgrounds
  • Nature Parks
  • Community Centers
  • Pocket Parks
  • Greenways and Trails

Signage

  • Identification Signs
  • Educational Signs
  • Directional Signs
  • Regulatory Signs

Landscape Planning and Design

  • Landscape Planning and Permitting
  • Grading and Drainage
  • Design with Native Plants
  • Rain Gardens and Bioswales
  • Walls and Garden Structures
  • Bridges and Boardwalks
  • Water and Conservation

Cool Pools and Water Features

  • Ecological Ponds and Aquatic Habitats
  • Decorative Fountains
  • Exotic Swimming Pools

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