Join us in extending a warm welcome to Mathijs de Graaf, our newest junior landscape designer at SDG! A third-year student at the University of Guelph, pursuing a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Mathijs brings a wealth of hands-on experience from summers spent in greenkeeping and regional planning. His profound interest in ecology and commitment to …
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The Guelph community has spoken and the splash pad at Margaret Greene Park is set to take shape this summer. Early last year, SDG presented two designs for the community’s feedback and the winning natural-themed design triumphed! From the leaf-themed shade structure to accessible paths, picnic-style seating, and inclusive water interactions, the City has embraced …
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Landscape Ontario’s Congress 2024 was a success! Haig captivated his audience during his insightful talk “Design Tells a Story”, turning the live stage into a beacon of inspiration and success. His passion for storytelling through design shone through, leaving a lasting impact on his audience.
Join Haig Seferian on Jan 11th, 10:45am at Landscape Ontario Congress 2024 as he unravels the captivating narrative within designs. Hosted by Beth Edney, ‘Design Tells a Story’ promises a journey through landscapes. Don’t miss this insightful session at the Live Stage—where industry expertise meets inspiration! Free with your Trade Show Pass.
Reflecting on a remarkable year! From awards and accolades to enriching experiences and incredible projects, 2023 was a year of growth, recognition, and innovation for SDG. Our team’s dedication shone through with Brad Smith’s Alumni Volunteer Award and teaching venture, Haig Seferian’s impactful speeches, Allison Neuhauser’s ISA certification, and the arrival of talented Alyssa McDonald. …
Haig joined a jury panel for the University of Guelph’s MLA program, to assess the student’s first design studio. Renowned for his expertise in innovative and sustainable design, Haig brought invaluable insight as he joined the jury panel. In five weeks, the U of G students had to reimagine downtown Toronto’s Yorkville Park, a former …
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Rooted in expertise, branching out with pride. Congratulations to Allison Neuhauser for achieving her ISA Arborist certification—a testament to her drive to expand her knowledge base at SDG.
SDG is thrilled to receive two Hamilton Urban Design Awards for our impactful projects – The Kirkendall Coach House and Ancaster Memorial Arts Centre. These projects stand as testaments to our commitment to enhancing Hamilton’s urban fabric. From the revitalization and enhancement of cultural spaces to the creation of modern functional dwellings, each project resonates deeply …
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Celebrating a well-deserved win for our talented landscape designer, Vince Fracchioni, and his incredible team! 🏆 They’ve just been awarded a Brampton Urban Design Award of Merit for their outstanding work in the ‘Student Design Project’ category. Their project, ‘The Grove,’ brought a community together through innovative design, focusing on public parks, lively streets, enhanced transit, and …
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The SDG team attended the University of Guelph Alumni Awards night to support our Senior Landscape Architect, Brad Smith, as he accepted his 2023 alumni volunteer award. We are absolutely thrilled for Brad’s well-deserved award win. Check out the heartwarming video U of G put together with Digital Sabbath Film Company to celebrate this amazing …
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