The Truckee Meadows Community Forestry Coalition has put together a recommended list of trees for our area. Check it out (and a lot of other good information) by selecting the link under “Public Information” on this blog.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Friday, December 24, 2010
RFP Experience
I was asked to post the following email from Barb Santner which discusses an issue that could impact many of us in the landscape architectural community. Let us know your thoughts…
Hello All,
I would like to bring up an issue to the group for consideration. It is common practice in the public sector RFQ’s/RFP’s to request that a consultant list project experience 5 years or younger only as applicable experience. With the economic downturn and so many fewer projects being done this seems to be an unfair and less relevant request, particularly for parks projects. The continued use of the 5 year limit seems to set up a situation where few firms will have projects that qualify under that requirement.
I understand this issue was addressed by the Nevada ASLA in southern Nevada and NASLA sent letters to the agencies requesting that the 5 year term be elongated to 10 years. I wonder if there is interest and support in sending a similar letter to our public sector agencies in Northern Nevada. Please let me know your thoughts. I would be happy to lead this effort.
Barbara Santner, NVLA #355, AICP
Senior Landscape Architect
Stantec
6980 Sierra Center Parkway Suite 100
Reno NV 89511
Ph: (775) 398-1205
Fx: (775) 850-0787
Cell: (775) 240-4539
barb.santner@stantec.com
stantec.com
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Remembering Chad Crutcher
All,
We are remembering our friend and colleague Chad Crutcher, who passed away Sunday, April 18th. Chad worked hard as former Northern Nevada ASLA section chair to increase the prestige of the profession in this area. Chad's wife has requested donations to Heifer International (www.heifer.org) in his memory. Ryan and Joe went to the memorial service which was very nice, but a reminder of how short our visit is and to make the most of it. More information is available at http://www.sierrasun.com/article/20100422/NEWS/100429968.
We are remembering our friend and colleague Chad Crutcher, who passed away Sunday, April 18th. Chad worked hard as former Northern Nevada ASLA section chair to increase the prestige of the profession in this area. Chad's wife has requested donations to Heifer International (www.heifer.org) in his memory. Ryan and Joe went to the memorial service which was very nice, but a reminder of how short our visit is and to make the most of it. More information is available at http://www.sierrasun.com/article/20100422/NEWS/100429968.
Monday, January 25, 2010
Look what's new!
Link to CLARB
Thanks to someone's suggestion, this blog now has a link to CLARB. We also added LJM Design Group to our list of landscape architects. Comments and suggestions are always welcome.
"The LA Spotlight"
One of the goals of this blog is to bring the landscape architecture community in Northern Nevada a little bit closer together. So we have decided to try a weekly post called "The LA Spotlight," where we learn a few things about one of our fellow LAs. Each Friday we will shine the spotlight on a Northern Nevada landscape architect.
This week we are going to shine the spotlight on Joe Hitzel. If you don't know who Joe is... well, that's the reason for the spotlight. Let us know if you have any great questions you want him to answer. If not... you'll just have to see what we come up with.
After Joe we may be shining the spotlight on you!
Thanks to someone's suggestion, this blog now has a link to CLARB. We also added LJM Design Group to our list of landscape architects. Comments and suggestions are always welcome.
"The LA Spotlight"
One of the goals of this blog is to bring the landscape architecture community in Northern Nevada a little bit closer together. So we have decided to try a weekly post called "The LA Spotlight," where we learn a few things about one of our fellow LAs. Each Friday we will shine the spotlight on a Northern Nevada landscape architect.
This week we are going to shine the spotlight on Joe Hitzel. If you don't know who Joe is... well, that's the reason for the spotlight. Let us know if you have any great questions you want him to answer. If not... you'll just have to see what we come up with.
After Joe we may be shining the spotlight on you!
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Northern Nevada Landscape Architects meet for lunch
The Northern Nevada ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) chapter had their first meeting of 2010 today at the Brew House Pub and Grill in Reno. KC Brandon and Brian Esposito of SoilTech made a short presentation about their products and services, then Dan Kovach led a quick meeting discussing the NN-ASLA's goals for this upcoming year.
We had a great turnout. If you weren't there I would encourage you to attend the next meeting. Not only was the food fantastic, but it was great to catch up with everybody. It is amazing how seldom we get to visit with our fellow landscape architects.
The date and time for the next meeting will be posted in the coming weeks.
We had a great turnout. If you weren't there I would encourage you to attend the next meeting. Not only was the food fantastic, but it was great to catch up with everybody. It is amazing how seldom we get to visit with our fellow landscape architects.
The date and time for the next meeting will be posted in the coming weeks.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Welcome to the Northern Nevada LA Blog
This blog is a place for Northern Nevada Landscape Architects to share information and ideas with fellow practitioners, and to raise awareness of our profession through public education and outreach.
If you want to return to the current days blog simply click on the main title across the top of this blog page. If you would like to comment on a blog post, simply click on the post's title to open up the comment box.
If you want to return to the current days blog simply click on the main title across the top of this blog page. If you would like to comment on a blog post, simply click on the post's title to open up the comment box.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
What can we do to help?
I am sure you have all heard about the devastation in Haiti. A 7.0 magnitude earthquake shocked Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas on Tuesday just before 5 pm collapsing buildings and cutting water and electricity services. At least 3 million people have been affected.
I have seen emails going back and forth between our members wondering if there is something the landscape architecture community can do. I was wondering the same thing. I have been personally involved with an organization called charity:water which is supported by corporate sponsors and uses 100% of all public donations to build wells in underdeveloped countries.
charity:water is not a disaster relief organization but they are asking that donations be made directly to their implementing partners on the ground. I have full confidence in charity:water and they have full confidence in these groups so I am passing this information along to anyone who might be interested. If you would like to learn more you can click on the following links:
Concern Worldwide
Partners in Health
I wanted to pass along this information due to the magnitude of the crisis in Haiti and the need for immediate help.
HOW CAN WE HELP THE LOCAL COMMUNITY?
I wanted to open a discussion of ideas on how we might help our local community while, at the same time, increase awareness of our profession and what we do. One idea could be a "McCarran March" where we walk the McCarran loop to raise awareness and funds for a particular local cause. I believe this could be done on sidewalks and pathways most of the way. It is a long distance and could be broken into seperate legs, as opposed to a person trying to walk the whole thing. During the walk we could ask that donations be made at certain locations such as grocery stores or banks.
Such an event could draw a lot of publicity and benefit both the chosen charity and our profession as far as increased publicity goes.
So what are your thoughts? Any other ideas? Simply click on the title at the top of this post if you want to leave a comment.
I have seen emails going back and forth between our members wondering if there is something the landscape architecture community can do. I was wondering the same thing. I have been personally involved with an organization called charity:water which is supported by corporate sponsors and uses 100% of all public donations to build wells in underdeveloped countries.
charity:water is not a disaster relief organization but they are asking that donations be made directly to their implementing partners on the ground. I have full confidence in charity:water and they have full confidence in these groups so I am passing this information along to anyone who might be interested. If you would like to learn more you can click on the following links:
Concern Worldwide
Partners in Health
I wanted to pass along this information due to the magnitude of the crisis in Haiti and the need for immediate help.
HOW CAN WE HELP THE LOCAL COMMUNITY?
I wanted to open a discussion of ideas on how we might help our local community while, at the same time, increase awareness of our profession and what we do. One idea could be a "McCarran March" where we walk the McCarran loop to raise awareness and funds for a particular local cause. I believe this could be done on sidewalks and pathways most of the way. It is a long distance and could be broken into seperate legs, as opposed to a person trying to walk the whole thing. During the walk we could ask that donations be made at certain locations such as grocery stores or banks.
Such an event could draw a lot of publicity and benefit both the chosen charity and our profession as far as increased publicity goes.
So what are your thoughts? Any other ideas? Simply click on the title at the top of this post if you want to leave a comment.
Monday, January 11, 2010
What is ASLA?
Founded in 1899, the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) is the national professional association representing landscape architects. Beginning with 11 original members, ASLA has grown to more than 16,200 members and 48 chapters, representing all 50 states, US territories, and 42 countries around the world. ASLA promotes the landscape architecture profession and advances the practice through advocacy, education, communication, and fellowship.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Become a Guest Blogger
Do you have something to say? If you are a landscape architect or affiliated business (plant grower, irrigation supplier, etc.) and you would like to become a guest blogger please send your name and contact information to rhansen@charterinternet.com. We will contact you shortly regarding the possibility of becoming a guest blogger.
If you do not want to be a guest blogger but have information you would like us to consider posting, please send us an email.
If you do not want to be a guest blogger but have information you would like us to consider posting, please send us an email.
Community Service
Northern Nevada Landscape Architects are committed to our community, both locally and globally. Check this post in the future to see upcoming service opportunities.
What can we do to help? (Haiti and our local community)
What can we do to help? (Haiti and our local community)
What is Landscape Architecture?
Landscape architecture encompasses the analysis, planning, design, management, and stewardship of the natural and built environments. Types of projects include: residential; parks and recreation; monuments; urban design; streetscapes and public spaces; transportation corridors and facilities; gardens and arboreta; security design; hospitality and resorts; institutional; academic campuses; therapeutic gardens; historic preservation and restoration; reclamation; conservation; corporate and commercial; landscape art and earth sculpture; interior landscapes; and more. Landscape architects have advanced education and professional training and are licensed in 47 states.
Need a Landscape Architect?
This is a contact list of landscape architects in our area and is provided as a courtesy. This blog does not endorse or recommend any particular landscape architect. This list is in alphabetical order by firm. If you are a landscape architect in northern Nevada and want to be added to this list simply add your firm information as a comment, or send us an email (see Contact Us). We will periodically update the list as needed.
CFA Inc.
1150 Corporate Blvd.
Reno, NV
Ph. (775) 856-1150
LA Studio, LLC
Attn: Ryan Hansen
2400 Skyline Blvd
Reno, NV 89509
Ph. (775) 322-6674
Interpretive Gardens
7777 White Fir
Reno, NV
Ph. (775) 747-2922
LJM Design Group, Inc.
10775 Pioneer Trail, Ste. 214
Truckee, CA 96161
Ph. (530) 587-6003
Lumos and Associates
5401 Longley Ln
Reno, NV
Ph. (775) 827-6111
Sandra Wendel and Associates
1624 10th Street, Ste. 3
Minden, NV 89423
Ph. (775) 782-8942
Stantec
6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Ste. 100
Reno, NV 89511
Ph. (775) 398-1205
CFA Inc.
1150 Corporate Blvd.
Reno, NV
Ph. (775) 856-1150
LA Studio, LLC
Attn: Ryan Hansen
2400 Skyline Blvd
Reno, NV 89509
Ph. (775) 322-6674
Interpretive Gardens
7777 White Fir
Reno, NV
Ph. (775) 747-2922
LJM Design Group, Inc.
10775 Pioneer Trail, Ste. 214
Truckee, CA 96161
Ph. (530) 587-6003
Lumos and Associates
5401 Longley Ln
Reno, NV
Ph. (775) 827-6111
Sandra Wendel and Associates
1624 10th Street, Ste. 3
Minden, NV 89423
Ph. (775) 782-8942
Stantec
6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Ste. 100
Reno, NV 89511
Ph. (775) 398-1205
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