Waterloo Park awarded Gold Certificate at the GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN

Waterloo Park has been awarded a Gold Certification at the GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN – 17th edition in the Landscape & Territories discipline, Landscape Architecture – Public Space category! This project, a collaborative effort led by SDG, reimagines over 7 acres of this beloved park, blending sustainability, ecological balance, and community-driven design. From revitalized shorelines …

Casablanca Waterfront Park is officially open to the public!

We’re thrilled to announce the official opening of Casablanca Waterfront Park! Located along the stunning shores of Lake Ontario in Grimsby, this new park is a true reflection of the Town’s dedication to enhancing the quality of life for its residents. Our team at SDG is proud to have been part of this transformative project, …

Brad Smith promoted to Partner at SDG

SDG is proud to announce that our senior landscape architect, Brad Smith has been promoted to Partner within the organization. Brad’s creative vision and innovative approaches have consistently pushed the boundaries of design excellence, making a profound impact on our projects, team development, and our firm’s success.  His dedication and leadership have been instrumental in …

Waterloo Park earns a Best of BEGA 2024 Honorable mention

We are thrilled to announce that Waterloo Park has earned a Best of BEGA 2024 Honorable Mention for its exceptional lighting design! 🌟 This recognition celebrates our team’s dedication to blending innovation, sustainability, and creativity in transforming the “Jewel of the City” into a safe, welcoming, and visually stunning space. Our design highlights the park’s …

SDG attends Ribbon-cutting Ceremony for Niagara-on-the-Lake’s new Entry Gateway Feature!

The SDG team attended the exciting ribbon-cutting ceremony for Niagara-on-the Lake’s new entry gateway feature. This incredible project was made possible by the generosity of the Gerald Kowalchuk Family Fund.  The project first initiated in 2019. Kowalchuk’s vision of a gateway to the historic district, a symbolic representation, a striking first impression, and landscaping excellence …

Haig attends the Toronto Botanical Garden’s Annual General Meeting

Haig had a wonderful time at the Annual General Meeting for the Toronto Botanical Gardens, where he proudly serves on the Board of Directors. Doris Chee a long time OALA member and past president, opened the meeting with a heartfelt land acknowledgement. It was also inspiring to see the second-year TMU students present their creative …

Haig is presenting at the Pillar & Post Garden Tour

Join us on July 23rd from 11am to 2pm in Niagara-on-the-Lake for the Pillar & Post Garden Tour! Haig Seferian will be giving an exclusive presentation on the design, approval, and construction phases of the stunning gardens at the Pillar & Post. Special presentations by Oakridge Landscape Contractors, Unilock, Jackson Ponds and the LO Designer …

The landscape design at Wallingford Hall residence at McMaster University is complete!

Exciting news from SDG! The landscape design for Wallingford Hall residence is now complete, the first implementation of the McMaster University Campus Housing Master Plan we started in 2018. This unique, all-female residence houses 75 students across four floors, offering shared washrooms, cozy common rooms, kitchenettes, laundry facilities, and even a charming tearoom. We are …

Alyssa graduates from the University of Guelph!

A huge congratulations to our talented landscape designer, Alyssa McDonald, for graduating from the University of Guelph last week! Alyssa has earned her Bachelor of Landscape Architecture along with a certificate in Environmental Citizenship. We’re incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication, Alyssa! Your passion for creating beautiful, sustainable landscapes is truly inspiring. Here’s …