Landscape Architecture
Chenoweth EPLA's range of consultancy services extend from concept sketch design and master planning through to documentation and contract administration, with particular expertise in ecologically-sustainable development (ESD), park management and landscape evaluation. Our approach is both innovative and practical, responding to site analysis, user needs and client requirements to create attractive, effective and manageable settings. Communication and quality control also ensure a collaborative process of design development and cost estimates. The integration of ecology and design is a cornerstone of our practice, and contributes to our distinctive market position. We aim to achieve best practice in ESD design, in close collaboration with clients and local government. This expertise in environmental responsible design is combined with a commitment to enhancing human experiences in urban settings, tourism/leisure facilities, parks and natural areas. A range of 'place-making' strategies are used to create or reinforce a sense of place, conveyed through effective graphic communication, community/stakeholder consultation and collaboration. Our multi-disciplinary skills allow value-adding to landscape projects by integrating visual impact assessment, town planning, revegetation, environmental management plans, open space & recreation, horticultural & park management expertise and environmental studies. Continuing development of professional skills and computer technology, plus regular collaboration with Whitsunday-based landscape architects UPLAN, maintain our expertise and enthusiasm as well as sharing ideas. We are familiar with local government requirements regarding landscape plans and environmental management, and have prepared such policies and codes for Councils and community title developments. Chenoweth EPLA maintains relevant affiliations, networks and professional development through memberships of: - Australian Institute of Landscape Architects
- American Society of Landscape Architects
- The Landscape Institute (UK)
- Australian Institute of Horticulture
- Ecotourism Association of Australia
- Parks & Leisure Australia
- Environmental institutes & organisations
(see Environmental Planning Capability Sheet)
| Landscape Design
Site analysis, master planning, concept sketches, graphic presentation, design development, planting design, Council approvals for development and operational works, cost estimates, documentation and contract administration for: highways, subdivisions, community title schemes, medium density housing, institutional, tourism, commercial and industrial developments.
Urban Design
Character assessment, planning, design and action plans for streetscape, town centre, foreshore and waterfront enhancement, including guidelines & manuals, water sensitive urban design, community consultation and agency liaison. Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Open space planning & management strategies, integrated with town planning, recreation, heritage & nature conservation, tourism & ecotourism planning, habitat & corridor rehabilitation, scenic amenity, trail system and pedestrian/cycleway strategies; park management & access/ vehicle planning, design of visitor facilities; using techniques of landscape ecology, Recreation Opportunity & Visitor Management, vegetation and bushfire risk assessment, wilderness/remote area planning, and nature interpretation/story-telling.
See also Capability Sheets on Visual Assessment, Water Management and Environmental Planning.
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