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Places with Purpose
Grounded in Research and Human Experience

Vision

Environments with lasting impact to –

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  • ​health & wellbeing

  • nature connection

  • inclusivity

  • social vitality

  • learning & development

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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


Site & user research
Synthesis of environmental psychology literature, user research, and case study insights to inform planning
 
Need & opportunity analysis
Defining spatial priorities based on real user experiences
 
Custom studies
Leveraging precision surveys, in-depth interviews, behavior mapping, and other methods 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
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Concept development & testing
Refining design ideas through participatory processes and strategic feedback loops
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Participatory research & co-design
Engaging users as creative and analytical partners through immersive activities (photovoice, storymapping, 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
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User experience assessments
Evaluating how spaces function, gathering real-world data on user 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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