EDSA’s renovation of The Jackson Library at University of North Carolina at Greensboro redefines the facility as a vibrant community hub, solidifying its position as an educational cornerstone and campus nexus. A new front entrance invites both students and surrounding residents into enriched programmatic spaces, high-tech group learning areas, vibrant gathering spots and expanded study zones, while a central campus node addresses critical accessibility challenges. Improved circulation along a main thoroughfare connects the building’s interior with the outdoors, while a holistic design approach - shaped by feedback from staff, faculty, students and partners - creates engaging spaces and accommodates a 20% increase in patron areas. Targeting LEED Silver certification, the design team continues to collaborate with LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. to provide schematic design through construction services, with an anticipated groundbreaking in January 2025. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #campus #UNCG #library #college #university #campus
About us
With over six decades of experience and hundreds of completed projects on six continents, EDSA has helped shape the global practice of planning, landscape architecture and urban design. The firm is widely recognized for its abilities to deal with complex projects in the following market sectors: hotels and resorts, community planning, attractions and entertainment, urban design, campus and cultural and ecotourism. The EDSA staff consists of approximately 150+ planners, landscape architects, and support personnel, providing complete planning, design, production and field supervision services from offices in Fort Lauderdale, the firm's headquarters, Orlando, Baltimore, New York and Shanghai. As Team Leaders we collaborate across disciplines, keeping our clients' goals in the forefront and a defined yet flexible end-point on the horizon. It's important to get the project built, on this point we refuse to fail, but it is the attention to detail which enhances the quality of each project that has become our hallmark. It is the details on which people reminisce. It is the details that make the most imaginative conceptual designs through the most conservative project come alive.
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External link for EDSA, Inc.
- Industry
- Architecture and Planning
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1960
- Specialties
- planning, landscape architecture, urban design, and design
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Updates
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Principal Michael Batts recently published a byline for McKnight's Senior Living, outlining the ‘Trends Shaping the Future of Senior Living and Care Design’. Haven’t had a chance to give it a read? No problem! Check out his expert insights through the graphics below. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #healthcare #seniorliving
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Happy birthday to our founder Ed Stone Jr.! Continuing to lead our firm through Ed’s instilled ideals of collaboration, innovation and a respect for the land, we remain inspired by him each day to make bold choices and stand with confidence in crafting innovative solutions that facilitate experimentation and pioneering design. Thank you, Ed, for leaving behind such a fantastic legacy, and for teaching us to design spaces that leave a positive, lasting impact on the world’s communities. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecure #planning #design #happybirthday
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Join us in welcoming our most recent team members, who are bringing their talent and fresh perspectives to help us dream big and make it happen! #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #welcome
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Providing a framework to create and ensure resilient building frameworks, The Sustainable SITES Initiative guarantees sustainable landscape design and development. As EDSA continues to advance our commitment to enhancing environmental outcomes, we’re proud to have four SITES Accredited Professionals and counting, further demonstrating our dedication to integrating cutting-edge, nature-driven design practices into every project. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #SITES #certification #sustainability #resiliency
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Nestled within Meishan, China’s renowned cultural and tourism resort city in the southwest region, Club Med Joyview Heilongtan Resort seamlessly integrates the natural beauty of the site with the richness of traditional Chinese culture. This premier destination offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, featuring three outdoor swimming pools, waterslides, an aquatics complex, along with an array of sporting activities such as rock climbing, archery, and yoga, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of a serene lake and majestic mountains. EDSA played a pivotal role in enhancing the connection between visitors and these core experiences, providing conceptual design through construction administration for this 350-key hospitality destination. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #hospitality #resort
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For over a decade, EDSA has provided team members with the opportunity to apply for the Joseph J. Lalli Design Fellowship, an annual designation granted to an employee who presents a compelling proposal to travel and immerse themselves in a new culture. As this year's grant submissions start rolling in, we're reflecting on the incredible journeys of our past recipients. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #JJLfellowship #travel #culture Derek Gagne | Danny Bulemore, PLA | Devon King
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Spanning 544 acres, EDSA’s master plan for a new luxury wellness retreat in Moab, Utah, features sanctuary elements lightly nestled within a 'bowl' formed by natural rock formations and red sandstone landscapes. Inspired by the indigenous Anasazi people and their profound connection to the night sky, the design aligns roads, the main arrival, villas, and amenities with the constellation Orion, honoring the harmony between humanity and the earth. Deeply rooted in sustainability and a connection to the land, the team remains dedicated to preserving the region’s unique, pristine beauty. Most of the site will remain untouched, with regenerative design solutions incorporated as the project advances to its next phase. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #moab #utah
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EDSA Principal Kona Gray recently participated in the The Built World Podcast, where he provides insight on the profession of landscape architecture and his passion for community-driven design. Listen to the full episode now! https://lnkd.in/e4kSE4Pc #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #podcast
In this episode, we are joined by Kona Gray, Principal at EDSA, Inc., for a delightful conversation over gin & tonics and plenty of laughs. Kona shares insights from his remarkable 27-year career at EDSA, an internationally acclaimed landscape architecture firm. Growing up in Liberia with an architect father, Kona was immersed in design from an early age. His experiences attending an international school and exploring the outdoors in Liberia nurtured his appreciation for diverse cultures and the natural world. With over two decades of experience, Kona has been instrumental in designing and managing a wide range of projects globally, from urban developments to luxurious resort destinations. His visionary approach blends creativity with practical solutions, promoting sustainable and innovative landscapes. As a thought leader in his field, Kona is dedicated to enhancing the human experience through design, making him a highly respected voice in landscape architecture. Tune in to hear how Kona's passion for connecting humanity to the environment drives his work and inspires his visionary designs. Listen on: Apple Podcasts- https://lnkd.in/edPNkpkE Spotify- https://lnkd.in/eisUbA27 #landscapearchitecture #landscapearchitect #urbandesign #urbanplanning
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Dedicated, hardworking and flexible, Alexandra Castillo is an exemplary team member who always leads with a smile. Her strong work ethic has not only streamlined administrative processes but has made EDSA a more organized and efficient organization. Such attributes, paired with her kindness and an infectious sense of humor, have led Alex to become our next Legacy Honors winner. She has donated her awarded funds to Deliver the Dream, an organization that assists families facing illness, crisis or disability. #edsaplan #landscapearchitecture #planning #design #legacyhonors #award #congrats #donation #EDSAimpact
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