Projects | Land Elements

Tallgrass Trail
Rural residential masterplan focused on restoration, environmental stewardship and meaningful family experiences.
Star Lake
Scenic family retreat in a natural landscape unique to Northern Minnesota Lake Woods.
Dakota Plaza
A historic plaza renovated for students and faculty to enjoy a centrally located gathering space with native plantings and outdoor art.
Sky Prairie
Urban, entertaining rooftop garden for guests of the Hotel Donaldson and HoDo Restaurant and Lounge.
Pelican Lake Cottage and Farm
Distinctive family gathering area adjacent to 200 acres of Minnesota woodlands, rolling meadows and farmstead.
Ottertail County Services Building
LEED certified building centered in a restored native prairie to create a diverse, natural environment.
Sheyenne River
Modern landscape design, utilizing native plantings and existing trees that complement the modern architecture.
Lake Melissa
Beautiful lakeshore residence surrounded by natural plantings of pine and shade trees, natural earthen berms, and intricate perennial & annual planting beds.

: Master plan includes native tallgrass prairies, created wetland, Red River woodlands & oxbow.

: Two and a half miles of recreational trails for horseback riding, cross country ski trails, biking, and nature walks.

: Landscape provides a diverse habitat for wildlife and fauna.

: Designed building orientation and site circulation are integral to masterplan.

: Planting plans provide seasonal interest throughout property.

: Plantings contrast snowfallen landscape.

: Conceptual design phase site rendering.

: Master Plan rendering.

: Masterplan highlights northern Minnesota entry.

: Integrated house location to keep existing trees.

: Wildflowers and grasses require no fertilizer or irrigation system that pollute lake systems.

: Maximized stunning views of the property.

: Natural stone wall

: Stone path with native plantings.

: Design seating areas integrated within existing trees.

: Wildflowers and grasses provide privacy buffer between busy street and plaza.

: Utilized existing building foundations as stone benches.

: Planned seating provides small and large group meeting arrangements.

: Seating area for hotel & lounge guests.

: Outside terrace provides exterior space.

: Views of bustling streets of Downtown Fargo.

: Variety of native plants for seasonal interest.

: Terraces designed for family and larger group gatherings.

: Flagstone stepping stones act as circulation paths & planting bed edges.

: Site plantings provide privacy for the property.

: Outdoor fireplace & kitchen.

: Cottage located to save stately oak trees.

: Renovated red barn, long-time landmark for area.

: Open meadows, woodlands & trails connect to lake cottage.

: Masterplan includes horse pastures, walking & cross country ski trails.

: Stored rain water used for irrigation.

: Transplanted pine trees on-site to create pine grove.

: Focal planting at entrance to building.

: House located to save existing riverside trees.

: Circulation plan to include driveway and sidewalk design, raised planters, and screen walls.

: Planting plan includes native plants with wildflower focal points, privacy.

: Exterior lighting plan expands landscape views during the four seasons.

: Grading plan integrated with the house to save beautiful trees on the property.

: Minimal irrigation system that does not water the native plantings covering most of the property.

: House located to save existing Bur Oak tree.

: Raised planters for designed entry sequence.

: Vibrant mix of pine trees, wildflowers, showy perennials & colorful annuals.

: Lighting plan highlights architectural & landscape features.

: Earthen berms & curved driveway maximize privacy.

: Rain garden designed to manage storm water before entering lake.

: Lakeside terrace provides entertaining space, focal planting & expansive lake views.

: Masterplan shared between two neighbors to provide defined lot separation.