david l. ries
Creating order out of chaos.
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E: davidlries@yahoo.com
EXPERIENCE With over 15 years of experience, David is passionate about creating ecologically sound, innovative and inspiring environments that connect people to the places where they live, work and play. Having both led and assisted on a variety of complex projects including master planning, landscape design, site planning, urban design and community planning projects, David has unparalleled expertise and knowledge of the design process from concept through construction. His experience working for multi-disciplinary firms, in various regions of the country, has allowed him to embrace a collaborative team approach for projects in the civic, corporate/commercial, healthcare, higher education and science/technology markets. David’s ability to listen and empathize with each client’s desires, fosters a “client for life” approach that also meets the needs of each organization while managing the project constraints. His attention to details, innovative solutions, and unique graphic and technical skills elevate client satisfaction, promote sustainability and create beautiful environments of enduring value. WORK 11/2013 6/2000 – 7/2013
Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church | Northville, Michigan Landscape Architect. Pro bono initial site programming consultation for future expansion of Church and auxiliary functions.
Harley Ellis Devereaux | Southfield, Michigan Landscape Architect. Responsible for landscape architecture and site planning primarily within the corporate/ commercial, higher education and science/technology studios in the eastern regional offices. Work highlights included leading and assisting with design efforts in all phases, client interaction, creating illustrative graphics, construction documentation, specification writing, cost estimating, construction administration, LEED coordination, public participation, proposal writing, wayfinding and signage, interviewing and some business development. 6/1998 – 6/2000 Parsons | Buffalo, New York Associate Site Planner. Responsible for site planning and landscape design for projects within Western New York and the eastern regional offices. Work highlights included assisting with design efforts in all phases, client interaction, creating illustrative graphics, construction documentation and administration.
1994 – 1997 Seasonal
Signature Concrete | Howell, Michigan Second Foreman/Laborer. Responsible for installing concrete flatwork on commercial and residential projects. Tasks included operating various construction equipment, setting forms, grading and finishing concrete.
REGISTRATIONS State of Michigan, CLARB LEARN Bachelor of Landscape Architecture 5/1998 Michigan State University | G.P.A. 3.5 3/1997 – 5/1997
Studied landscape architecture abroad in London, England and Western Europe
CREATE
AutoCAD Release 11 | Adobe Creative Suite 5 including Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator | Google SketchUp Microsoft Office | Microstation V8 | Apple iLife 11 including iMovie, iPhoto | Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and Apple iWork
RECOGNITION SERVE
2013 MIASLA Merit Award | Baylor Sciences Building 2011 MIASLA Merit Award | Lawrence Tech. University Quad 2003 MIASLA Honor Award | Ford Rouge Revitalization Proj. 2002, 2000 Harley Ellis Devereaux Award of Excellence 1998 ASLA National Student Design Competition Award 1998 Co-authored Published paper | Accuracy of the Michigan Rural Property Inventory Mentor | ACE Mentoring – 2012 Presenter | Midland County Master Gardener’s – 2011 Presenter | Bogota, Colombia Youth Conference – 2010 Presenter | Zagreb, Croatia ESL Camp for Youth – 2007 Mentor | “Each One Reach One” – 2007
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David L. Ries, RLA
26913 Northwestern Highway
To Whom it May Concern,
Southfield, Michigan
This letter is intended as a professional recommendation for David Ries, registered Landscape Architect. For the past 13 years, I have worked closely with David on a myriad of design projects. I have been constantly impressed with his professionalism, performance and knowledge. In all aspects of his work, David has demonstrated remarkable skill and organizational abilities. I have known David to be an excellent manager of projects, budgets and relationships with all stakeholders on a project, both within and outside of our office. David is one of the most efficient and dedicated designers that I have worked with. He is constantly looking to improve both our design work and processes. Throughout the years, David has obtained and demonstrated the skills needed to be at the top of the field as a Landscape Architect. David understands worldclass work and what it takes to make it happen. On the most complex projects, he is able to prepare outstanding design work, provide illustrative graphics using many electronic platforms, develop outstanding construction documents and specifications, assemble cost estimates and schedules, provide succinctly written narratives documenting meetings, and work with contractors in the field.
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I wholeheartedly recommend David Ries as Landscape Architect. Sincerely, Chicago Los Angeles
Mark Hieber, ASLA, LEED AP Landscape Architecture Harley Ellis Devereaux
San Diego San Francisco
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July 14, 2013
representative clients
Akron General Medical Center Baylor University Beaumont Hospital Blanchard Valley Health System Caterpillar, Inc. City of Auburn Hills City of Buffalo City of Detroit City of Irvine, California City of Niagara Falls, NY City of Oak Park City of Perrysburg CORE Partners, LLC Detroit Diesel Dow Corning DTE Energy Federal Highway Administration Ford Motor Company General Motors GreenPath Inc. Lawrence Technological University Lenawee Intermediate School District Maumee Valley Country Day School Munson Medical Center Oakland University Oaklawn Hospital Pewabic Pottery Road Commission of Oakland County Robert Bosch Corporation Saginaw Valley State University Sterling | Western Star U.S. Department of Energy University of Cincinnati University of Michigan University of Michigan Health System University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Volkswagon of America Wayne County Airport Authority
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Robert Bosch Corporation
Campus Master Plan + Landscape Improvements Farmington Hills + Plymouth Township, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Master Planning
LEGEND: EXISTING VEGETATION
PARKING
VEHICULAR CIRCULATION
PROPOSED VEGETATION
MAINTAINED LAWN
EMERGENT SPECIES AT POND EDGE FOUNTAIN FOR RECIRCULATION
PRAIRIE
GOOD VIEWS
Completion Date: 2013
PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS
EMPLOYEE ENTRANCES
SERVICE ENTRANCES
SCREENING
CAMPUS ENTRANCES
EXISTING/PROPOSED FENCELINE
NISSAN
Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Site Design - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Construction Admin. - Estimating - Graphics
REMOVE EXISTING DRIVE REPLACE WITH PRARIE AND NATIVE & NATIVE FRIENDLY VEGETATION
PROPOSED TURNSTILE
POTENTIAL TRUCK TURN-AROUND
POTENTIAL PATHWAY CONNECTION TO NISSAN SITE AND RETAIL AREA 100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN - UTILIZE FLOODPLAIN AS NATURAL RESOURCE
PROPERTY LINE BUILDING SETBACK (68’) POTENTIAL HIGH QUALITY WOODLOT. REMOVE INVASIVE VEGETATION TO PROMOTE NATIVE PLANT GROWTH.
POND FOCAL POINT AT TERMINUS OF WALKWAY
BUILDING SETBACK (30’)
BLAST WALLS SERVICE AREA F
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BLDG. 113A COVERED WALKWAY D
GREEN SPACE
BLDG. 113
OUTDOOR PROGRAM SPACE H BLDG. 140
POTENTIAL BLDG. EXPANSION
BLDG. 130
DROP OFF
IMPROVE CROSSWALKS B
VISITOR PARKING
BLDG. 111
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“MAINSTREET” CORRIDOR G
ASSOCIATES PARKING C - “RIGHT SIZE” PAVEMENT TO CREATE LARGER GREEN SPACES & REDUCE PAVEMENT
PROPOSED FUEL FACILITY
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BLDG. 103
BLDG. 100
BLDG. 101
BLDG. 102 POTENTIAL POTENTIAL BLDG. BLDG. EXPANSION EXPANSION N
DROP OFF
REMOVE EXISTING PONDS IN THIS AREA & REPLACE WITH PRARIE AND NATIVE VEGETATION
PROPOSED FENCELINE
TEST VEH. PARKING
BLDG. 112
CAFETERIA
WINTERGARDEN & POTENTIAL NEW LOBBY
SEELEY DRAIN BLDG. 121
TEST VEH. PARKING
A NORTH AMERICAN LIGHTING
FUEL STORAGE
BLDG. 105
TEST VEH. PARKING
POND
Story: Not only is Bosch one of the leading automotive suppliers in the world, but it is committed to the environment and being stewards of the land. As part of this commitment, a master plan was developed to accommodate their growing needs while maintaining a spirit of sustainability. The plan includes reduction of pavement and maintained turf, green roofs, and native tree and perennial plantings.
VISITOR ENTRANCES
PEDESTRIAN PATHWAY
SERVICE VEHICLE CIRCULATION
PROPOSED TURNSTILE AND VEHICLE GATE
TEST VEHICLE PARKING AND STAGING AREA EMERG. VEHICLE GATE
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POTENTIAL HIGH QUALITY WOODLOT. REMOVE INVASIVE VEGETATION TO PROMOTE NATIVE PLANT GROWTH.
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TO HAGGERTY ROAD
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POTENTIAL DECK FOR ASSOCIATES PARKING
’) (50 ACK ETB ’) G S (10 DIN ACK BUIL ETB S ING E K IN R PA TY L PER PRO ENHANCED ASSOCIATES ENTRANCE
TO HALSTED ROAD TEST VEHICLE ENTRANCE AND SERVICE ENTRANCE OPTIONAL DECK EXIT
BOSCH “GATEWAY ZONE”
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HILLS TECH DRIVE ENHANCED ASSOCIATES ENTRANCE
RIETER AUTOMOTIVE
ENHANCED VISITOR ENTRANCE
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NOTES: PLANT EMERGENT SPECIES AT POND EDGE TO INCREASE HABITAT AND PROVIDE FOUNTAIN FOR RECIRCULATION
A PROPOSED PATHWAY TRAILHEAD B IMPROVE SAFETY OF PEDESTRIANS CROSSING DRIVE THROUGH USE OF COLOR AND/OR TEXTURE
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REMOVE INVASIVE VEGETATION AND LIMB UP TREES TO ENHANCE VIEWS FROM FREEWAYS
Proposed Master Plan
C “RIGHT SIZE” PAVEMENT USING CURRENT CITY PARKING DIMENSIONS OF 20’ FOR BOTH AISLE AND STALL DEPTH AND 18’ STALL DEPTH ADJACENT TO GREEN SPACES D ENHANCE WALKWAY EXPERIENCE BY INCORPORATING GRAPHICS ON GLASS, INCORPORATING “BIRD FRIENDLY” GLASS, GREEN ROOF AND GREEN WALLS, DECORATIVE PAVEMENT E INSTALL GREEN ROOFS ON ALL BUILDING ROOFTOPS TO CREATE HABITATS AND REDUCE STRORMWATER RUNOFF F SERVICE AREA INCLUDES: TRASH/RECYCLING CENTERS, KITCHEN DELIVERIES AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. SCREEN AREA THROUGH USE OF VEGETATION
Views from Eye-Level
G CREATE FORMAL AND SEMI-FORMAL CONFERENCE SPACES ALONG CORRIDOR AND INCLUDE ELEMENTS THAT HELP CONVEY THE BOSCH BRAND IMAGE H OUTDOOR PROGRAM SPACE TO INCLUDE: IMPROVED OUTDOOR DINING AREA, PASSIVE AND ACTIVE RECREATION ACTIVITIES AND CONNECTION TO PEDESTRIAN PATHWAY
Shade Limits on Summer Solstice
I PROVIDE ADA ACCESSIBILITY TO OUTDOOR COURTYARDS, REMOVE EMERGENCY EGRESS STAIRS AND CREATE VISUAL LANDSCAPE EXPERIENCE DESIGN Inspiration Gears Represent Movement + Precision J CREATE PEDESTRIAN PLAZA BETWEEN BUILDINGS AND PARKING DECK WHILE MAINTAINING EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS
PRELIMINARY- PROGRESS REVIEW November 15, 2010
Views from Above
BOSCH Farmington Hills Campus Landscape Master Plan
Conceptual Master Site Plan
Shade Limits on Summer Solstice
DESIGN Inspiration Trees Set Within Decomposed Granite
DESIGN Inspiration Bands of Color Direct Movement, Provide Interest
Plantings
DESIGN Inspiration Linear “Waves” of Color with Varying Heights
Conceptual Site Plan N
Fh + Ply Campuses Entrance Landscapes + Prairie
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Plantings
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Sterling | Western Star
Redford, MI 3,000,000 SF Renovation
Corporate Headquarters Building Redford, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2006 Cost: $717,000 (site) Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Code Research - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating - Public Presentation Story: In 2006, Sterling and Western Star truck companies merged and relocated their headquarters to Redford, MI. As part of this relocation, a portion of the Detroit Diesel Plant was renovated to create an office environment. The landscape design sought to soften the expanse of existing pavement while combining the “S” and “W” of the two companies into the design to illustrate the merger.
Perspective View of Building + Site
Concept Sketches
SketchUp View of Site
Conceptual Site Plan
Building Entrance
Proposed Site Plan
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Detroit Diesel Corporation
Industrial Complex Revitalization Master Plan Detroit, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2005 Cost: $12,200,000 (site) Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Site Design - Graphics - Estimating Story: Constructed in 1938, the Detroit Diesel manufacturing plant has played an important role to the economic fabric of Southeastern Michigan. However, after nearly seven decades, Detroit Diesel Corporation wished to convey a new image and brand within the marketplace and surrounding community. The master plan first analyzed the existing uses and then developed a plan that encouraged growth, flexibility and sustainability.
Proposed Master Plan
Site Analysis
SketchUp View of Proposed Site
Perspective View of Proposed Plaza
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Confidential Client
Corporate Headquarters Master Plan
BROWN - SANITARY PINK - COMMUNICATION CABLE
TO MAINT. BUILDING NORTH OF US - 10
MAINTAINED TURF/LANDSCAPE
PROPOSED CANOPY TREES
NON-MAINTAINED TURF
PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION TO FISHER ROAD
PROPOSED EVERGREEN TREES
PRAIRIE
5k LOOP
WET MEADOW
DRAINAGE COURSES
Cost: $15,420,000
VISITOR/EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE
CARTER ROAD
ROAD EDGE ENHANCEMENTS
LANDFORMING
US - 10 EASTBOUND
US - 10 WESTBOUND
US - 10 CORPORATE IDENTITY CORRIDOR
LAND
LANDFORMING
BERM GROVE
LANDFORMING
FORMING
S.E. PRAIRIE
WET MEADOW
NEW LOOP ROAD
NORTH POND LOOP
EXPANDED PARKING (+/- 300 SPACES)
OVERLOOK DOCK
(UTILIZES PORTION OF EXISTING WALL)
ORCHARD
LANDFORMING
SCULPTURE ELEMENT
NORTH POND 20.05 acres Elev. 121.0
“STEPHANIE BURNS” PLAZA
ORCHARD
SEW
DC - 1 DC - 2
ATHLETIC FIELD
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EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE
EMPLOYEE PARKING (777 SPACES FOR ENTIRE LOT)
BIRCH COPSE
RT
PRIMARY TRUCK DOCK
LANDFORMING
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PE
5.90 acres Elev. 125.5
ATHLETIC FIELD
DATA CENTER BELOW GRADE
DC 31
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OVERLOOK DOCK
EMPLOYEE PARKING (282 SPACES)
NORTH POND LOOP PR
SOUTH POND
DC - 4 DROP-OFF
GREEN ROOF LINK COVERED PARKING & WALKWAY
DOCK ON FIRE WATER INTAKE
SOUTH POND LOOP
ATHLETIC FIELD
DC - 4
VISITOR DROP-OFF & ENTRANCE “SILICON PROMENADE”
SOLAR DEMONSTRATION GARDENS
EMPLOYEE PARKING (119 SPACES)
ATHLETIC FIELD
ISLAND WITH PAVILION
NEW
ASH TREE REPLACEMENT
NORTH POND BOARDWALK
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E
EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE DRIVE
M - 47 NB OFF RAMP
M - 47 NB ON RAMP
LANDFORMING DC - 30 LANDFORMING BO
(23 SPACES)
DC - 40
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WET MEADOW DRAINAGE COURSE
SERVICE ROAD THROUGH WOODLOT
TRAIL ON EXISTING ROAD FUEL PUMPS
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Story: The master plan focused on reinventing the 280acre site from a highly manicured and irrigated landscape to a sustainable site, utilizing native plants and prairie, and expanding the existing ponds to create natural habitats for flora and fauna. Incorporated throughout the proposed site is an extensive trail network and a series of “outdoor rooms” that can be utilized during clement weather.
TRAIL & BRIDGE
PROPERTY LINE
ROAD EDGE ENHANCEMENTS
INNOVATION GARDEN
Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Historic Research - Land Use Planning - Site Design - Graphics - Estimating
TO AUBURN FACILITY
GREEN - STORM SEWER ORANGE - NATURAL GAS
SALZBURG ROAD
BLUE - CITY WATER LIGHT BLUE - CONDENSER WATER
VISITOR ENTRANCE DRIVE
Completion Date: 2012
LANDSCAPE LEGEND
YELLOW - ELECTRICAL LINES RED - FIRE PROTECTION
ROAD EDGE ENHANCEMENTS
UTILITY LEGEND
Project Type: Master Planning
NEW WET WELL & PUMPS
Proposed Master Plan
M 47 CORPORATE IDENTITY CORRIDOR TO HOPPLER CREEK & KAWKAWLIN WATERSHED
M - 47 NORTHBOUND M - 47 SOUTHBOUND N 0
180
360
720
FEBRUARY 2012
Campus Landscape Master Plan
Site Analysis
SketchUp View of Proposed Site
Campus Site Plan Future
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Dow Corning
Southeast Prairie Midland, Michigan
Project Type: New Construction
Completion Date: 2011
Cost: $1,100,000
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PRELIMINARY- PROGRESS REVIEW August 10, 2010
Story: As part of the Corporate Headquarters Master Plan, the Southeast Prairie project reimagined 17 acres of formerly maintained and irrigated turf to a matrix of native prairie, trees and shrubs. Over 1,700 trees were planted throughout the site amidst a 1/2 mile paved trail that meanders in and out of forested and prairie areas. Approximately 3.5 million gallons of water are saved by eliminating the need to irrigate the turf.
Pathway + Prairie
SketchUp View of Proposed Site PRELIMINARY- PROGRESS REVIEW August 10, 2010
Section of Proposed Site
Prairie
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Ford Motor Company
Rouge Revitalization Project Dearborn, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2003 Awards: 2003 MIASLA Honor Award Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating Story: As part of their preparation for their centennial celebration in 2003, Ford Motor Company invested millions of dollars in revitalizing the historic Rouge Center and Miller Road. Working with William McDonough, the design focused on sustainability throughout the site. Components included 22 acres of native plantings, the use of gray-water for irrigation, an “orchard” of Crabapple trees and attractive security fencing.
The “Orchard”
Ford Rouge Entrance Plantings
Photo Simulation of Streetscape
Photo Simulation of Streetscape (Winter)
Gate 6 Plantings + Visitor Center
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General Motors Company
Global Powertrain Engineering Headquarters Site Project Pontiac, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2004 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating - Public Presentation
Main Entrance Plaza
Proposed Site Plan
Story: In 2002, General Motors embarked on re-envisioning their Powertrain Engineering Headquarters Campus. In the aftermath of 9/11, security was one of the top priorities for the program. In addition to walls, bollards and gate houses, the campus was redesigned completely to promote better circulation for both pedestrian and motorist as well as reducing pavement and creating a series of courtyards and plazas.
Courtyard
Process Diagram for Courtyard
Courtyard Conceptual Site Plan
Courtyard Plantings
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Beaumont Hospital
West Addition Parking Lot Troy, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2006 Role: Landscape Architect - Construction Documents - Graphics Story: The overwhelming success of clinical service programs at Beaumont Hospital in Troy had created a situation where it was vital that the campus grow substantially to meet future needs. As part of the West Addition Building Project, parking for both visitors and staff was expanded to the south. The design strived to maintain as many of the existing trees as possible and incorporate native plantings in and around the parking lot.
Parking Lot Island Plantings
SketchUp View of Proposed Parking Lot
SketchUp View of Proposed Entrance Drive
Photo Simulation of Proposed Entrance Drive
Parking Lot Island Plantings
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Oaklawn Hospital
Hospital Expansion Study Marshall, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2013 Role: Landscape Architect - Graphics Story: Surrounded by historic neighborhoods and turnof-the-century architecture, Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall, Michigan has experienced a tremendous amount of growth over the past decade and needs to expand. As part of this study, the Hospital requested that renderings be completed to illustrate how potential expansion could be appropriately and aesthetically screened from the surrounding neighborhoods in all seasons.
Photo Simulation of Proposed Building + Site
Elevation of Proposed Building + Site (Summer)
Elevation of Proposed Building + Site (Winter)
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University of Michigan Health System
Depression Center Noble Plaza Study Ann Arbor, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning
Provide comfortable seating in Pre Function space to serve as a 4 season environment. Dappled shade in summer and sunlight in winter through deciduous
Completion Date: 2007 Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Site Layout - Site Design - Graphics Story: This design study focused on a new garden space for the University’s Depression Center, the nation’s first comprehensive center of its kind. This proposed garden space sought to create an area of respite for patients, family and staff. The design explored options for creating sunny and shady exposures, the use of lush plantings to awaken the senses and water features to foster moments of quiet contemplation and relaxation.
tree buffer.
To Main Entrance
Seatwall glows at night.
Planted Zone Reflexive Garden with textured walking surface Pre-function Entrance
Staff Entry
Ground Plane (area for tables & chairs) - pattern matches interior rustic stone flooring.
Water cascade of stones, pools and plants evokes natural ffeel, takes advantage of slope. Identity elementDepression Center logo with water surround
Ser
Planted Zone
New, realigned pedestrian route-- ADA compliant
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Planted Zone
Planted Zone Curving mosaic tiled water wall with irregular, wavelike cascade.
Primary Pedestrian Route - ADA Compliant Ramp
Overhead kinetic sculpture that serves as a shading device
New Crosswalk ff Sta
k Par
ing
Proposed Site Plan 1. Create spaces (exterior/interior) that have underlying therapeutic characteristic (biophilia, color, form, light, sound, texture). N
2. Create a beautiful arrival to the building from the south. W
Plaza
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Trailhead to walking paths in woods with portal element
Service Plaza
3. Create a visual buffer to both the east (service area) and south (parking lot & service drive).
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Noble Plaza Study
Concept Six
University of Michigan Rachel Upjohn Building Depression Center
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100
Service Drive
4. Create a fluidity of transition from built to natural environment.
Parking
Auditorium
Pre-Function
5. Create an outdoor plaza that feels and acts like an extension of the interior pre-function space and auditorium.
6. Provide sunny and shady areas for people. Plaza 7. Tie this facility to the main campus in terms of durable, quality of materials, and timeless design.
Noble Plaza Study
University of Michigan Rachel Upjohn Building Depression Center
Design Principles
Analysis Diagrams 12 18 07
Conceptual Site Plan
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University of Michigan Health System
Transplant Memorial Garden Ann Arbor, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2009 Cost: $150,000 Role: Landscape Architect - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics Story: In June of 2007, a plane transporting six doctors and specialists on a mission to recover organs from a prospective donor at UM Hospital crashed in Lake Michigan, killing all aboard. The focus of the space is a sculpture entitled “Rotations� that consists of rotating screens that spin in the wind. Using timeless materials like bluestone and a rich palette of durable plants and spring flowering bulbs, the space provides the right setting for honoring those who gave their lives so unselfishly.
Memorial Sculpture + Plantings
Conceptual Site Plan Option 1
Conceptual Site Plan Option 2
Conceptual Site Plan Option 3
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City of Oak Park
Municipal Complex Additions + Renovations Oak Park, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2013 (expected) Cost: $11,400,000 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Code Research - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating - Public Presentation Story: The Municipal Complex Additions and Renovations Project is one of the most significant undertaking on the Campus in years. Together, the new building and landscape create a new brand for the City as well as welcome visitors. The landscape design reinforces the nature of order and rhythm that is apparent in the day-to-day operations of City Hall and Public Safety.
Proposed Site Plan
Photo Simulation of Building + Site
Concept Sketches of Entrance Landscape
Concept Elevation Sketches
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City of Perrysburg
Riverfront Master Plan Perrysburg, Ohio
CONNECT IONS Enhance Boat Landing on Audubon Island
City of Maumee
Overlook/Fishing Pier (typ.)
Art/Sculpture Treatment Under Bridge
5
Paved Pathway
Orleans Park Entrance - enhance signage - improve landscaping - add crosswalk - add vehicle actuated signalized intersection
Fort Meigs
Front Street Front Street “Gateway” Portable stage and - enhance signage - improve landscaping tensile structure for - improve crosswalks
Emergency + Delivery Vehicle Access Point
West Boundary St.
concerts during summer months
Refer to “Riverside Park” Enlargement
Proposed Master Plan
Front Street
Front Street
“The Lawn Ellipse” that includes picnicking and sunning in summer Evergreen Trees & Regrade to Screen Wastewater and winter events like Treatment Facility ice carving contests Archery Range
Terraced Seating with Lawn + Seatwalls
Arboretum - relocate existing compost facility off-site - regrade and reforest area
Sight Line from Front Street to Maumee River Valley
Fort Meigs Entrance - enhance signage - add landscaping
Refer to “Hood Park + Marina” Enlargement
Pedestrian Bridge
Zip Line
Stream Enhancements
Seasonal Flower Display Along Route 20/25 Curbline
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Enhance Pedestrian Walk Along Front Street (north)
“Outdoor Classroom”
High Adventure Area
Maumee River
The “River Trail” Paved Pathway
Enhanced Vegetated River Edge (typ.)
Mulberry street
River
Pedestrian “Portal” & Pedestrian Access via Existing Street R.O.W. (typ.)
Bird Watching Overlook (typ.)
Mt. Bike Trail
0/2
Raise the canopiesto “River TheTrail” “River Trail” of existing (12’ wide) trees + eliminate scrub growth to open views to River Enhance bike trail connections to the west
Wastewater Treatment Facility
Sledding Hill Open Lawn Space
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The “River Trail” Paved Pathway
Enhance Pedestrian Walk Along Route 20/25
Sledding Hill
Existing Section
te 2
Paved Pathway
100 Year Floodplain (typ.)
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Railing (typ.)
Lower Terrace
Front Street “Gateway” - enhance signage
Middle Upper Terrace Annual - improve landscaping - improve crosswalks Terrace Downtownwith Cannons Plantings
Annual Plantings
Louisiana Ave.
Expand Parking Lot Nature Trail (unpaved) Archery Range - Potential Fort Meigs reenactments Maumee
Rou
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Ice Rink
Front Street Overlook/ Fishing Pier (typ.)
Walnut street
Nature Trail (unpaved)
“Indian Hill” Overlook
Canoe/Kayak Storage Facility
Evergreen Trees & Berm to Screen Wastewater Treatment Facility
Front Street
Seasonal Flower Display Along Front Street Curbline
Riverfront Master Plan
Existing Pedestrian Route Existing Bicycle Route
Maumee River
Riverside Park Proposed Section
Proposed Section CONNECT IONS
COMMUNITY ROOM +
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1’
1’
Potential Location of McKee’s Trading Post
2’
Views of Audubon Island and the River Basin
Prevailing Winter Winds
1’
2’
Approach Corridor Vehicle Circulation Service Vehicle Circulation Bicycle Trail
2’
2’
Pedestrian Trail (unpaved)
Louisiana Ave. Docks
Public Parking
The Boat Club
hB Sout
R.O.W.
LEGEND
1’
Views of the River Basin 1’
3’
Views of Audubon Island and the River Basin
Residences
Hood Park Commodore Perry Statue
Riverside Park
Front Street
er Riv
3’ 4’ 1’
Gateway Non-Signaled Intersection
Front Street
The Maumee River is a great area for naturalists and sportsmen. The walleye fish run in Spring is a huge draw. The Maumee River corridor is an important migratory route for birds including the warbler.
Signalized Intersection
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Hilton
Walnut street
MAUMEE RIVER
FRONT STREET
FORT MEIGS
RIVER TRAIL
RIVERSIDE PARK
BOAT DOCKS
HOOD PARK
NIGHT TIME
DAYTIME
FREE
REVENUE
GROUP
INDIVIDUAL
SEASONAL
ORLEANS PARK
Historical sites are available nearby including Fort Meigs, the site of the Battle of Fallen Timbers, Fort Miami and other sites of historical significance.
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1’
Ma
2’
2’
Obstructed Views of Maumee River from Downtown
Downtown
Louisiana Ave.
COMMUNITY GARD ENING (VEG.)
1’
Cherry street
CANOEING
Riv er 2’
Pine street
CAMPING
Buttonwood
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Prevailing Summer Winds
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Program Opportunities The program opportunities that have been explored, vetted with stakeholders, and listed here offer a wide variety of experiences to suit the interests of a broad array of constituents. From passive to active, natural to urban, and historical to cutting edge new, these programs endeavor to provide areas of interest in all seasons to park visitors.
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Story: The City of Perrysburg’s three greatest assets are its history, the Maumee River and its people. To enhance these assets, a master plan was developed to help identify opportunities as well as engage and connect the open spaces along the Maumee River. The process included a series of workshops with stakeholders, analysis of the existing site and development of new designs and program opportunities.
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Open Space Park with Playground Future Expansion of Wastewater Treatment Facility
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Expand & Pave Parking (+/- 129 spaces + 8 trailer spaces)
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The “River Trail” Paved Pathway
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Sightline from Riverside Park to Sculptural Bird Nesting Tower
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Cherry street
Perrysburg “Gateway” - enhance signage - improve landscaping
Existing Bicycle Route
Completion Date: 2013
Welcome Center - relocated Water Works Bldg. - Warming Area - Restrooms
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Project Type: Master Planning
Canoe/Kayak Storage Facility - Potential relocation of Waterworks Building - Concessions - Restrroms
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Volkswagon of America
Residential Entry Courtyard Study Great Falls, Virginia Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2008 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Site Design - Graphics Natural Stone - Estimating
Natural Stone Special Pavement
Beach Stone Pavement Banding
Zen Rock Garden Natural Stone (Bluestone)
Mud Room
Garage
Low Groundcover
Raised Water Feature
Remove Existing Tree
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Pathway Lighting
Powder Room Sculptural Element/ Gateway to Garden
Masonry Wall with Evergren Hedge
Foyer
Special Pavement
Beach Stone
Powder Room
Natural Stone
Foyer
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Masonry Wall with Evergren Hedge
Story: Low Hedge Lighting within The client desired a great Pathway Lighting Soffit (alternate) Pathway Lighting arrival experience for his Recessed in Wall Recessed in Wall Wall guests as they enter his Section Woodlands home. The evergreen Dining Room Pavement Banding Lowhedges Evergren Hedge help to direct Existing Asphalt Drive movement and focus the visitor toward the large exDining Room isting tree or water feature Natural Stone Natural Stone depending on the scheme. Beach Stone Natural Stone Lawn Beach Stone The Zen Garden adds visual interest near the enExisting Asphalt Drive trance as well as offers an 0 1’ 2’ 4’ 8’ Fountain Wall area of meditation. The deProposed Entrance Courtyard Option 1 Proposed Entrance Courtyard Option 2 sign also employed the use Ellis Residence of natural stone set within Canterwood Lane Phase One Entry Landscape Concepts Master Plan hematic Entry Landscape323Concepts Schematic Mexican beach pebbles. Great Falls, VA. 22066 Low Hedge
Zen Rock Garden
Extend Masonry Wall
Dining Room
Sight Line from Entryway Natural Stone
Raised Water Feature
Fountain Wall
Mud Room
Garage
Low Hedge
Low Groundcover Sculptural Element/ Gateway to Garden
Low Hedge Lighting within Soffit (alternate)
Dining Room
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City of Auburn Hills
Opdyke Road Streetscape Improvements Project Auburn Hills, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2007 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Graphics - Estimating - Public Presentation Story: This streetscape project focused on developing Opdyke Road as a gateway for the City of Auburn Hills. The design sought to improve the safety for both pedestrians and motorists, enhance the natural beauty by installing a variety of trees, flowering shrubs and perennials and helped to generate economic development along the corridor.
Photo Simulation of Proposed Intersection
Proposed Site Plan
SketchUp View of Proposed Site
SketchUp View of Proposed Site
SketchUp View of Proposed Identity Element
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City of Irvine
Orange County Great Park Irvine, California Project Type: Owner’s Representative Completion Date: 2008 Cost: $1,300,000,000 Role: Landscape Architect - Code Research - Design Review
Great Park Phase One
Story: Working in conjunction with the world-renowned landscape architects, Ken Smith and Mia Lehrer, the Orange County Great Park is one of the greatest endeavors for Orange County. The Park encompasses more than 1,450 acres on the decommissioned El Toro Marine Corp Station. The design includes a large canyon, active and passive parks, native plantings and the iconic orange balloon that offers incredible views of the Park. Acting as an Owner’s Representative for the City of Irvine, work included oversight of all aspects of the design. Proposed Master Plan
Great Park Balloon
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City of Detroit
Grand River + Michigan Avenue Streetscapes Detroit, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2003 Cost: $8,500,000 Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Site Design - Graphics - Estimating Story: As part of the City’s effort to enhance its public spaces, these two streetscape projects served as a catalyst to create a series of “gateways” to the City. The design proposed a “green” boulevard by reducing pavement to create green spaces while still providing adequate lanes for traffic volumes, both now and in the future. Special focus was placed on providing adequate growing space for trees to assure that they reach maturity and provide much needed scale to the street.
Michigan Avenue Enlarged Plan
Michigan Avenue Proposed Site Plan
Michigan Avenue Proposed Section
Grand River Avenue Proposed Site Plan
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City of Buffalo
Underground Railroad Memorial + JFK Park Buffalo, New York Project Type: New Construction Master Planning Completion Date: 1998 Role: Site Planner - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Construction Admin. - Code Research - Site Design - Graphics Story: The Underground Railroad Memorial is located along the Niagara River and the 7-acre JFK Park is located in the ethnically diverse Willert Village. The focal point of the Underground Railroad Memorial is the stage that incorporates three boulders representing the three groups that were instrumental in giving slaves their freedom. JFK Park is centered around the “Friendship Circle”, a rainbow of unit pavers portraying silhouettes of children holding hands encompassing the world.
JFK Park “Friendship Circle”
JFK Park World Playground
Underground Railroad Memorial Proposed Site Plan
Photo Simulation of Underground Railroad Memorial
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Baylor University
Sciences Building Waco, Texas Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2004 Awards: 2013 MIASLA Merit Award Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Construction Documents - Graphics Story: The site for the new Sciences Building was designed to support learning opportunities outside the classroom and is arranged to foster casual gathering. The arcing plaza includes a dynamic water feature that includes two vertical geysers and a shallow stream with Mexican beach pebbles laid into the concrete that doubles as floodway during large storm events. The native plantings help to soften the space and provide scale for the user.
Building + Plaza
Proposed Site Plan
Elevation of Building + Plaza
Plaza + “River”
Water Feature + “River”
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Lawrence Technological University
Strategic Campus Master Plan Southfield, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2009 Cost: $270,000,000 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Graphics - Estimating Story: In 2008, the University embarked on a strategic plan to develop opportunities to generate funding, create flexibility in academic programs, promote the University’s public image and ensure a quality of life for its students. As part of this strategic plan, an assessment was completed of existing facilities and the surrounding site to determine whether the University could support current and future programs. From this assessment, a framework plan was generated to assist in future planning and spending.
Proposed Master Plan
Vegetation + Topography Analysis
Parking + Circulation Analysis
Potential Building Zones + Connections Analysis
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Lawrence Technological University
Cafeteria Courtyard + Plaza Southfield, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2007 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating Story: The Cafeteria Courtyard and Plaza is designed to provide students and faculty with a shady respite and an opportunity to gather in a casual setting. Native canopy trees were planted tightly together to provide shade. Seasonal interest was provided by installing hardy flowering perennials, multi-stem trees, evergreen shrubs and ornamental grasses. Permeable pavers were installed in the courtyard as both a demonstration and teaching tool for students regarding stormwater design.
Upper Staircase Plaza Plantings
Upper Staircase Plaza Plantings
Cafe Courtyard Area
Upper Staircase Plaza Perspective
Upper Staircase Plaza Plantings
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Saginaw Valley State University
Yien International Sculpture Garden University Center, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2008 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating Story: The Yien International Sculpture Garden is an oasis of tranquility located in the heart of campus. With its close proximity to the renowned Marshall Fredericks Sculpture Museum, the garden also serves as a setting for sculpture. Deriving its roots from Chinese culture, the garden is an ever-changing tapestry of color and texture throughout the year through the use of plant material, water, stones and sculpture.
Pond Layout Sketch
Pond + Bridge
Pond Edge + Walkway Detail
Pond + Garden
SketchUp View of Pond Edge + Walkway Detail
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University of Cincinnati
Eden Quad + Levine Park Cincinnati, Ohio Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2008 Role: Landscape Architect - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics Story: Working in conjunction with the world-renowned landscape architecture firm, Hargreaves Associates, this new space serves as the gateway to the University’s Medical Campus. The landscape utilizes a series of steeply-tipped planes and flat spaces to create a dramatic setting. Common throughout other parts of the Campus, granite was installed to assist the user in traversing the drastic elevation changes. The project bolstered a LEED Gold rating and incorporates sustainable features throughout the site including native plantings and an underground cistern for irrigation.
Building + Site
Granite Seatwalls
Proposed Site Plan
Granite Staircase + Seatwalls
Granite Staircase + Seatwalls Detail
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Lenawee Intermediate School District
Agriscience Technology Campus Adrian, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2010 Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Graphics
Building Analysis
Story: The mission of the Lenawee Intermediate School District is to prepare students to function effectively in an ever-changing world by providing a quality education. The setting for this learning environment is centered around the idea of a “farm village”. The building scheme focused on creating clusters of buildings connected by a central corridor. The landscape helps to create order and rhythm to the fields, bridges a connection to the existing woodlot, and establishes a sustainable approach through the use of an energy farm.
SketchUp View of Proposed Site
Proposed Master Plan
“Walking” the Site During Interview
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DTE Energy
Corporate Center Master Plan Detroit, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2005 Cost: $16,100,000 (phase 1) Role: Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Site Design - Graphics - Estimating
Framework Plan
Story: In preparation for the Super Bowl in Detroit in 2006, DTE embarked on redesigning their campus to showcase their brand. Working with DTE and the City of Detroit, the master plan proposed reducing pavement by vacating existing streets and creating green spaces and plazas. In addition, circulation was enhanced for the user as well as creating a safer campus with the implementation of strategic security measures.
“Energy Plaza” Elevation
Proposed Master Plan
“Energy Park” Proposed Site Plan
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CORE Partners, LLC
First Center Office Building Site Improvements Southfield, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2013 (expected) Cost: $350,000 (site) Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Site Layout - Planting Design - Graphics - Estimating Story: Located in the heart of Michigan’s business center, the First Center Office Building was in need of a new look to attract prospective tenants. Coupled with the improvements to the exterior envelope of the Building, the landscape design sought to create a sense of scale and help identify the entrances. Reflecting the horizontal rhythm of the Building, the landscape design proposed a series of bands in both the plantings and hardscape.
Proposed Building Entrance Site Plan
Proposed Secondary Entrance Site Plan
Photo Simulation of Building Entrance
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GreenPath, Inc.
Corporate Headquarters Building Farmington Hills, Michigan Project Type: New Construction Completion Date: 2011 Cost: $1,900,000 (site) Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing - Construction Admin. - Graphics - Estimating - Public Presentation Story: GreenPath is a national non-profit consumer credit counseling center. The new building and surrounding landscape were centered around the idea of creating agile and adaptive team environments that included outdoor spaces and views to the existing woodlands. In addition, the planting design employed planting native trees closely together to meet the City’s landscape requirements.
West Elevation of Building Landscape
Conceptual Site Plan 1
Proposed Site Plan
North Elevation of Building Landscape
Conceptual Site Plan 2
East Elevation of Building Landscape
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Pewabic Pottery
Building Expansion Detroit, Michigan Project Type: Master Planning Completion Date: 2009 Cost: $20,000,000 Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Inventory + Analysis - Code Research - Land Use Planning - Graphics
Conceptual Site Plan Option 1
Story: Founded in 1903, Pewabic Pottery has played an integral role in Detroit’s art and culture movement. With its growing popularity, the business needed to expand its manufacturing and visitor entities. In 2009 a series of conceptual plans were developed to investigate how the business could expand appropriately. A site inventory and analysis were created in addition to a series of conceptual site plans.
Conceptual Site Plan Option 2
Site Analysis
Conceptual Site Plan Option 3
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Wayne County Airport Authority “Landscape Reinforces Brand”
Building 610 TWO TREES
Romulus, Michigan MASS PLANTINGS
SIDEWALK & CRUSHED CONCRETE
Example of very LOW MAINTENANCE TURF that requires 1 - 3 mowings per growing season. Typically does not attract geese.
Example of MASS PLANTINGS of ornamental grasses in an arc form.
Example of CANOPY TREE in summer and autumn.
Example of FLOWERING TREE in bloom.
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PROPOSED WALK AND CROSSWALK MIMIC WCAA LOGO OF 2 JETS AND THEIR CONTRAILS
FLOWERING TREES TO HELP IDENTIFY SITE ENTRANCES
EAST SERVICE DRIVE
PEDESTRIAN PLAZA (DECORATIVE CONCRETE)
LOW MAINTENANCE TURF
Proposed Site Plan
BIOSWALE
PROPOSED BUILDING 614 EXPANSION
DELIVERIES
SALLY PORT ACCESS
PROPOSED A.O.A. FENCELINE (6’ FROM PROPOSED LOOP ROAD & ZIPPER ROAD)
SECURED PARKING GATE ACCESS
SECURED COVERED PARKING = +/- 50 (10’ x 20’, 24’ AISLE)
SECURED PARKING GATE ACCESS PROPOSED ZIPPER ROAD
PROPOSED A.O.A. FENCELINE (6’ FROM PROPOSED LOOP ROAD & ZIPPER ROAD)
RESTRICTED PARKING = +/89 (9’ x 18’, 24’ AISLE) PROPOSED A.O.A. FENCELINE
SIDEWALK PROPOSED LOOP ROAD (24’ WIDE)
EXISTING A.O.A. FENCELINE
BIOSWALE
SNOW REMOVAL STORAGE (39’ WIDE)
RESTRICTED PARKING = +/- 78 (9’ x 18’, 24’ AISLE)
CONCRETE RUNNEL (“CONTRAIL”)
LARGE VEHICLE ACCESS
RESTRICTED PARKING GATE ACCESS INCORPORATE PLANT MATERIAL TO SCREEN SANITATION BUILDING MAINTAINING 6’ CLEARANCE FROM A.O.A. FENCELINE SANITATION BUILDING
Conceptual Site Plan Option 1
RESTRICTED PARKING GATE ACCESS
MASS PLANTINGS (“CONTRAIL”)
SNOW REMOVAL STORAGE (42’ WIDE)
CANOPY TREES TO PROVIDE SHADE AND HELP TO “FORTIFY” EDGE ALONG E. SERVICE DRIVE
LOW MAINTENANCE TURF
SNOW REMOVAL STORAGE (62’ WIDE) & POTENTIAL LOCATION OF ON-GRADE MECH. EQUIP.
Story: Located adjacent to the former Smith Terminal, the vacated Building 610 will be renovated to house Example of CONCRETE RUNNEL that would include the re-use of crushed concrete from existing parking areas. the Credentials and Public Safety operations of the airport. The landscape design replaces the existing pavement on the public side with native plantings Example of DECORATIVE CONC. A at Lot 20lin+ Main Entrance and a bioswale. ear berm and trees along East Service Drive help to reinforce the edge for security purposes. The curved walkway from the bus stop to the main entrance, coupled with the mass plantings that parallel the walkway, are meant to emulate jet contrails similar to the WCAA Logo.
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Example of BERM to create a secure edge along East Service Drive. Form is intended to mimic tail of airplane.
Role: Lead Landscape Architect - Site Layout - Planting Design - Construction Documents - Specification Writing Example of BERM to create a secure edge along East - GraphicsService Drive. Form is intended to mimic tail of airplane.
PEDETRIAN PLAZA FOR LOT 20 AND SHUTTLE BUS USERS (DECORATIVE CONCRETE)
EMPLOYEE PARKING = +/- 57
PROPOSED LOOP ROAD (24’ WIDE)
Completion Date: 2014 (expected)
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The Stylized Prairie beautifies Bosch’s 4,000+ plants installed Farmington Hills campus while enhancing its biodiversity and reducing lawncare 65 volunteers installed plants methods that are not optimal to a healthy environment. Installed in April 2012 with the help of Bosch associate volunteers, the 141,200 gallons of water saved per year Stylized Prairie features a mix of beautiby not having a permanent irrigation system fully colored native and non-native (noninvasive) plants that bloom in staggered 11,500+ square feet planting bed area fashion from spring through fall. No herbicides, pesticides or fertilizers are used in 110+ different species of birds have this plot; and eliminating lawn and correbeen recorded on campus plus many sponding lawncare activities reduces the water needed for the area, and decreases more species of insects air and noise pollution.
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Photo courtesy of Jonathan Casteel
Plant Species Andropogon gerardi Big Bluestem Asclepias tuberosa ‘Butterfly Magnet’ Butterfly Weed Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus’ Magnus Purple Coneflower Eupatorium maculatum ‘Gateway’ Joe Pye Weed Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’ Kobold Blazing Star Nepeta x faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’ (nn) Catmint
Photo courtesy of Aaron Grabiak
Native Plant Benefits Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’ Northwind Switch Grass Perovskia atriplicifolia (nn) Russian Sage Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldstrum’ Black-Eyed Susan Salvia nemorosa ‘May Night’ (nn) May Night Meadow Sage Schizachyrium scoparium Little Bluestem (nn) = non-native but not invasive
- Provide food and shelter for a large variety of native birds, butterflies and other insects. - Enhance biodiversity - Reduce lawn maintenance - Increase the beauty of our campus To find out more on how YOU can make YOUR world a better place, scan the QR Code with your smartphone, or visit www.bosch.com/sustainable
Capture the Sun Farmington Hills Solar Photovoltaic System ACEC MI creates a competitive business advantage to member firms of any size who serve the natural and built environment.
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The amount of solar energy that falls on the earth’s surface in 1 hour exceeds the total annual energy consumption of all the world’s people. Bosch has a long history of environmental stewardship with a focus on energy efficiency and production. As a tangible example of its commitment to sustainability in the workplace, Bosch implemented this Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Array in 2012. It was designed, fabricated and assembled with direct input from Bosch associates.
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Owner: Wayne State University Location: Detroit, Michigan General Contractor: DeMaria Building Co., Inc. Harley Ellis Devereaux provided complete architectural and engineering services for the renovation and expansion of the Wayne State University Chemistry Building. The modern laboratory and dedicated student spaces were incorporated to attract students out of the lab areas during break and lunch times to foster collaboration and to improve lab safety. The Chemistry Building Expansion provides an entrance to the existing building that creates an identifiable “front door” and includes: a multi-purpose gathering space, a new 150-seat lecture hall with state-of-the-art technology for presentations and teleconferencing, private offices and conference spaces for the Chemistry Department Chair, and access control at the point of entry for improved security. The phase II expansion was designed for LEED Silver Certification.
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