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🌿 The Crucial Role of Landscape Architects in Commercial Project Success In the bustling world of commercial development, the expertise of landscape architects often serves as the cornerstone of a project's success. Their involvement transcends mere aesthetics, integrating functionality, sustainability, and community well-being into the very fabric of the development. 🔹 Strategic Planning: Landscape architects bring a unique perspective to the planning stage, ensuring that the natural environment complements the built environment. Their input helps in maximizing the use of space while preserving ecological balance. 🔹 Sustainability: With a keen focus on sustainable practices, landscape architects implement green infrastructure, such as rain gardens and green roofs, which not only enhance beauty but also promote environmental stewardship and reduce operational costs. 🔹 Community Engagement: By designing inclusive and accessible outdoor spaces, they foster a sense of community, enhancing the social fabric of the area. Well-designed landscapes invite people to gather, interact, and thrive. 🔹 Economic Value: Thoughtful landscaping can significantly boost the economic appeal of a commercial property. Beautiful and functional outdoor spaces attract customers, tenants, and investors, adding substantial value to the property. 🔹 Well-being and Productivity: Green spaces are proven to enhance well-being and productivity. Landscape architects design spaces that offer respite and rejuvenation, contributing to the overall health and productivity of those who use them. As we continue to build and develop, let’s not underestimate the pivotal role landscape architects play in creating commercial spaces that are not only profitable but also sustainable, inclusive, and vibrant. Check out this rendering of a project coming soon to City of Toronto. Concept and design from the team PMA Landscape Architects Ltd. Kudos to all the talented landscape architects who transform our commercial landscapes into thriving ecosystems! 🌱🏢✨ Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA), American Society of Landscape Architects Canadian Society of Landscape Architects #LandscapeArchitecture #CommercialDevelopment #Sustainability #UrbanPlanning #CommunityEngagement #GreenInfrastructure #EconomicGrowth #Wellbeing

Situated in a grove of indigenous milkwoods overlooking an expansive beach, this contemporary treehouse embraces the fundamentals of eco-conscious architecture. VISI #ecoconsciousarchitecture #timberdesign #WorthAssociates #UkarongaConstruction #ImagineBeyondPossibility

ℒ𝒾𝓋𝒾𝓃𝑔 𝓂𝒶𝓉𝓉𝑒𝓇𝓈 We don't talk about biophilia or the contact with nature. We don't talk about open spaces, natural lighting and natural ventilation. We don't talk about façade greening or green roofs. We don't talk about biomimicry, landscape ecology and biodiversity. We talk about what you want; and how you want to live because everything else is our given standard. Experience the ultimate in luxury living. Contact us today to learn more about our bespoke design services 😊 #residentialarchitecture #architektur #planningpermission #residentialdesign #arquitectura #eastalgarve #westalgarve #bespoke #architects #architect #architecture #londonbuild #renovationproject #construção #interiordesign #obras #buildings #residential #propertydevelopment #planning #building #materials #porto #construction #projects #property #london #portugal #inspiring #propertyinvestment

Coming up on the last few days of World Landscape Architecture Month and today's prompt has to do with teams.  No one person can do everything. From the designers, engineers, factory workers, logistics, and sales teams, we here at mmcite know this as fact.  We are all one, but we are many. #mmcité #mmcitéstreetfurniture #mmcitédesign #streetfurniture #streetscape #outdoorfurniture #design #publicspace #publicrealm #landscapedesign #landscapearchitecture #landarch #outdoordesign #urbandesign #urbanfurniture #urbanelements #urbanism #urbanisme #urbanist #urbanplanning #urbanlife #architectural #architecture #citylife #city #park #urban #wlam2024 #wlam

With an estimated 370,000 listed buildings across the country, England’s rich architectural heritage offers a unique blend of historic buildings. For property developers, these buildings present both a challenge and an opportunity. To ensure their future use, retrofitting is often required. Retrofitting historic buildings is not just about preserving character but also about enhancing their functionality to meet modern efficiency standards. However, retrofitting within the historic environment comes with its own considerations where bespoke solutions are often required to balance preservation and modernisation. We take a look at what is allowed, and the latest advice and guidance.

We are loving the more expressive exterior details of the Hawthorne Plan! Let the count down begins! #newconstruction #newbuild #newbuildhome #luxury #luxuryhomes #atlanta #homebuilder #customhomes #yourfavoriteatlantahomebuilder #realestate #developer #construction #architecture #happyclient #letsbuildmore #samkinsconstructions #mansion

🏙 Not all future homes have to be made entirely of glass and metal. We are excited by the idea that we have a role to play in shaping the new designs and retrofitting of houses, workplaces, community spaces, and heritage buildings to better align with the environment and our lifestyles. This will look different for each of us, and we find that prospect immensely intriguing. 🌲Here's one example of a home that is styled to work with, not against, nature. 🦋 📍 Far End, residential 📐 Peter Feeny Architects 📷 Rafael Debreu and Ondrej Mundl. #ecoconstruction #homesofthefuture #ecoarchitecture

MHS Architecture designs are a testament to the time and resources invested in each project. We dedicate time to analyze the context of every neighborhood, review redevelopment plans, develop site plans, and customize both exterior and interior designs while maximizing sight lines. Our team takes the time to build strong rapport with clients and communities, thoroughly research all necessary resources to ensure planning board approvals, mitigate flood risks, and incorporate smart technology, all aimed at achieving the highest quality outcomes. #6 Value-Added Service #valueaddedservices #mhs_architects #mhs_architecture #multifamily #multifamilyarchitect #architecture #interiordesign #multifamilydesign #TODdevelopment #mixedusedevelopment #njplacemaking #placemaking #placemakers #njplacemakers #njarchitects #njhighrise #smartgrowth #urbanism #redevelopment

The practice's scheme for a new visitors' shelter for The Woodland Trust's First World War Centenary Woods at Langley Vale Wood, Epsom, Surrey in creative partnership with Grant Associates FOLD Consulting Engineers Ltd WoodenHouse WBC Group (WESTERN BUILDING CONSULTANTS LTD) has recently been submitted for planning. As part of the Woodland Trust's long-term commitment to ensure that Langley Vale Wood is accessible to everyone, the proposed design is for a single storey wooden visitors' shelter which will provide seating, shelter from the elements and a place to find out more about the site and plan your visit. The proposed design is for a large wooden structure inspired by the leafy canopy of ancient beech trees. Seven double arch, glulam timber bays will create a 24m long shelter, providing a welcoming entry space to the site, basic protection from the elements and an accessible area for temporary exhibitions. The structure will be sympathetic to the landscape and built from sustainable natural materials. The opportunity to enhance local biodiversity is central to the landscape strategy including the use of local provenance seed stock harvested from the site to extend the species rich chalk grassland. The application can be viewed via the Epsom and Ewell planning portal. Local residents will be welcome to attend a drop-in evening soon to find out more about the plans Mark Wray Architects originally won a RIBA Open Competition to design a visitor’s centre on the site in 2016. Following a revision to the brief, the practice went on to win a limited competition for this project in 2022. #architecture #landscape #landscapearchitecture #timberstructures #collaboration #accessibility #celebratenature #woodland #biodiversity

Renovating historic buildings demands a delicate balance between preserving their architectural heritage and meeting contemporary needs. Here are key tips to guide successful renovations: 1. Research and Understand the Building: Start by comprehensively researching the building's history, original architectural elements, and significance. #buildingrestoration #historicbuildings #technologyandzoning