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CREATIVE
Places with Purpose
Grounded in Research and Human Experience
Vision
Environments with lasting impact to –
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health & wellbeing
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nature connection
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inclusivity
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social vitality
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learning & development
What we do
What we do
Research & Strategy
for Place-Based Design
Begin the design process with a strong evidence base to guide decision making and optimize user experience
Evidence-based guidelines
Synthesizing peer-reviewed research and case study insights into actionable design guidelines
Need & opportunity analysis
Defining priorities and design opportunities by speaking directly with user groups
Custom studies
Combining methods (e.g., targeted questionnaires, in-depth interviews, behavior mapping) to generate tailored insights and answer key project questions
Community Engagement
& Shared Visioning
Uplift diverse voices in decision-making and center design around lived experience and community values
Collaborative visioning
Engaging and aligning diverse stakeholders around shared values, desired outcomes, and prospective solutions
Concept development & testing
Refining design ideas through participatory processes and strategic feedback loops
Participatory research & co-design
Engaging users as creative and analytical partners through immersive activities (photovoice, user-led tours, etc.)
Post-Occupancy Evaluation
Assess how environments influence human behavior and wellbeing, measuring their success in achieving project goals
Impact definition
Establishing KPIs and success measures from the start
User experience assessments
Evaluating how spaces function, gathering real-world data on users and perception
Areas of Specialization
Therapeutic Landscapes
Placemaking & Social Health
Play & Outdoor Children’s Environments
Landscapes that promote physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing through restoration, healing, and connection to nature.
Unique spaces that foster social interaction and sense of belonging to improve vitality and cohesion in communities.
Environments that support healthy play, development, and connection to nature for children of varying needs and abilities.
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