The SDG team embarked on a tour through the Maglin Factory in Woodstock last week and got to discover the latest products and services they have to offer. Maglin’s expertise in crafting innovative and sustainable site furniture offers invaluable insights into integrating functional and visually striking elements that fit seamlessly into our designs. Staff field …
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Construction has begun for the Hamilton Golf and Country Club’s patio enhancement project
We’re thrilled to share the progress of the Hamilton Golf and Country Club’s (HGCC) Patio Enhancement project. Located in Ancaster, the HGCC has long been considered one of Canada’s top golf courses. The project includes the redevelopment of the upper terrace, complete with new natural stone paving, reclad kneewalls, and an outdoor serving area. A …
SDG designs two concepts for Albion Falls viewing Platform
At SDG, we believe community engagement is key to creating sustainable and vibrant communities. SDG, in collaboration with the City of Hamilton are gathering feedback on the design concepts for the viewing platform on the south side of Albion Falls. Our objective was to create a safe platform that enhances the view of the waterfall …
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Margaret Greene Park is getting a new splash pad in 2024!
The City of Guelph is getting a new splash pad at Margaret Greene Park in 2024! SDG was recently retained by the City to provide full landscape architectural services for this project. Community engagement is often one of the first steps in the design process and our team, in conjunction with the City, is pleased …
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Brad Smith is the first Landscape Architect to be an alumni lecturer for the University of Guelph’s Last Lecture event
We’re honoured to have SDG’s senior landscape architect, Brad Smith, deliver the alumni lecture at the University of Guelph’s Last Lecture event tonight. He will be the first Landscape Architect to receive this honour. Brad’s ground-breaking work in Landscape Architecture has inspired many, and tonight he’ll share his insights with the U of G community. …
SDG’s Brad Smith featured in WDYD Series episode on Landscape Architecture
The season finale of 47 Filmworks’s WDYD Series (What Do You Do?) called “What do Landscape Architects do?” featuring Brad Smith is now live! Aimed at inspiring aspiring professionals, the episode focuses on everything Landscape Architecture . The filming spanned two days, during which Brad showcased the SDG studio and led the crew to various …
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SDG celebrates International Women’s Day
SDG is celebrating International Women’s Day today by acknowledging all the amazing women in our office and the astounding work that they do.
The SDG Team virtually attended “The Development Approach Process in Toronto”
Last week our team virtually attended “The Development Approach Process in Toronto” hosted by Smart Density, an Architecture and Urban Planning firm for forward-thinking developers and innovative municipalities who want to achieve smarter density. The SDG team enjoyed learning about the process of getting projects through approvals in the City- with lessons that can be …
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SDG Tours the Facilities at Green Theory Design
Last week our team had the privilege of being hosted by Green Theory Design to tour their East facilities and learn more about their products, services, and capabilities to assist with current and future projects. Our team believes education like this is so critical to the development of staff, careers, and making us better landscape architects. Big …
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Ancaster School Park Design featured in LASN Magazine
Our Senior Landscape Architect, Brad Smith, published an article in the Landscape Architect and Specifier News (LASN) Magazine. The article features a unique project SDG worked on in unison with the Ancaster Community Group to save a beloved 18-acre green space in Ancaster. Brad discusses the history of the Ancaster School Grounds and the design …
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