Urban Planning & Design
Shaping our communities through design
Great places don’t just happen—they are born of a thoughtful vision and intelligent design. When you walk through a city, the dynamic urban spaces are what you remember and come back to experience again. That is what urban design is all about—making connections between people and places. It shapes cities and suburbs, whether through the planning of their buildings and neighborhoods, their streets and plazas, or their parks and infrastructure. Read MoreWe help communities manage change to become more livable, equitable, and resilient.
Webinar: Why Urban Design Still Matters
In this webinar, we discuss practices in urban design that affect walkability, the perception of safety, and economic vitality; identify specific urban design details for both the public and private realm and their contextual metrics; investigate the Golden Triangle of great urbanism; and explore the role of the 7 D’s in measuring success. Watch NowAin Al Fayda Neighbourhood Development Master Plan
Ain Al Fayda is a distinct development that celebrates the historical and natural qualities of the region. The master plan vision sets the tone for a well-balanced lifestyle by creating a variety of communities within a walkable neighborhood setting for residents. Read More
Managing change in cities and suburbs
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Since 2015, our team has planned more than 30 million square feet of new walkable, mixed-use, and authentic urban districts–in cities and suburbs
Application of these mutually reinforcing principles to every plan, makes our communities more Walkable, Connected, Green, Diverse and Authentic
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Expert Spotlight
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Nancy MacDonald
Vice President, Urban Places
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David Dixon
Vice President, Urban Places Fellow
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Steve Potvin
Principal
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Todd Meyer
Principal
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Jeff Sauser
Associate, Planner
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Wei Jin
Urban Designer
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Beth Elliott
Senior Urban Planner
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Adam Maleitzke
Associate, Planning and Urban Design Lead
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Brenda Webster Tweel
Senior Associate, Urban Places
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John Bachmann
Senior Principal
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Jason Beske
Senior Urban Designer, Urban Places
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Steve Kearney
Principal
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Jess Alexander
Principal, Urban Places
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Craig Sklenar
Associate, Urban Places
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Architecture & Interior Design
We create spaces that are engaging and uplifting, that contribute to our collective sense of health and well-being, and encourage the sustainable stewardship of our communities.
Landscape Architecture
Whether it's an urban park, a restored wetland, an athletic complex, or a waterfront destination--through analysis, planning, and design, we create inspired landscapes that reflect context and user needs.
Land Use Planning
We provide responsible planning by creating careful and thoughtful options for right now as well as for the future that take into account site conditions, public input, client needs, and project requirements.
Public Participation
We develop and execute communication and consultation plans that allow people affected by change to understand, influence, and accept it.
Transportation Planning
As a community grows in size and population, so do its mobility needs. We help you address those needs and find a comprehensive solution that can safely get you to your destination.
Design Visualization
Through design visualization, we help clients and stakeholders picture the building they’ll work in, the bridge they’ll drive over, and the neighborhood their kids will play in.
Visioning. Brands. Experiences.
We create tangible, experiential, and memorable places. Transformative experiences that enhance real estate values and bring people back to a place again and again.
Land Development Engineering
We transform land by taking into account physical site conditions, public expectations, fiscal requirements, and environmental constraints.
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