Business Details
Award-Winning Landscape Architects & Urban Designers
We are a multidisciplinary practice specialising in urban design, landscape architecture, and place strategy. Our work focuses on creating sustainable, resilient spaces that harmoniously integrate people and nature. With expertise spanning public parks, civic spaces, residential developments, and heritage projects, we deliver solutions from strategic visioning to construction. Our approach prioritises collaboration with clients, stakeholders, and communities to unlock each site's unique potential. Recognised by RIBA and Civic Trust awards, we maintain long-term relationships with local authorities, housing associations, and private developers.Our team combines technical precision with creative vision to address climate resilience and evolving user needs. Based in Ipswich, we operate across the UK, offering tailored design services for both public and private sector projects. We also support talent development through professional networks and partnerships. Our commitment to quality place-making remains central to every project, regardless of scale or budget.
Services
Urban Design
Landscape Architecture
Place Strategy
Heritage Projects
Public Realm
Residential Developments
Green Infrastructure
Wayfinding Solutions
Sustainable Design
Civic Space Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in landscape architecture
- Our team collaborates closely with clients and stakeholders
- Award-winning designs recognised by RIBA and Civic Trust
- Specialise in sustainable, climate-resilient landscapes
- Comprehensive services from strategy to construction
Services
Urban Design
We create cohesive urban environments through strategic masterplanning and detailed design. Our approach integrates green infrastructure, public spaces, and sustainable transport networks. Projects range from town centre regenerations to new residential districts, always prioritising community needs and climate resilience.
Landscape Architecture
From concept to completion, we design landscapes that balance aesthetics with functionality. Services include park design, streetscape improvements, and ecological enhancements. Our work responds to site history while ensuring long-term durability and low-maintenance solutions for public and private clients.
Heritage Projects
We specialise in preserving historic landscapes while introducing modern functionality. Our team conducts condition assessments, prepares conservation management plans, and implements sensitive restoration works. Recent projects include revitalising listed gardens and adapting heritage buildings for contemporary use.
Public Realm
Creating vibrant public areas that foster social interaction and economic vitality. We design squares, promenades, and civic spaces with inclusive access, durable materials, and climate-adaptive features. Our process involves extensive community consultation to ensure spaces meet local needs.
Sustainable Design
Integrating environmental principles into every project phase. We implement green roofs, sustainable drainage systems, and native planting schemes. Our designs reduce carbon footprints while enhancing biodiversity, ensuring developments meet current and future ecological challenges.
People
Jane Fitzgerald White
Lead Designer
Jane leads design projects with expertise in creating landscapes that reflect site history and client personality. She specialises in planting schemes that support wildlife and climate resilience while maintaining aesthetic appeal and practicality for users.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide across the UK, with particular expertise in East Anglia and London. Our projects range from urban centres to rural landscapes.
Do you work on private residential projects?
Yes, through our AREAstudio division, we offer bespoke landscape design services for private homes and gardens.
How do you involve communities in projects?
We conduct workshops, surveys, and public consultations to ensure designs reflect local needs and aspirations while meeting technical requirements.
What sustainability measures do you implement?
We incorporate green infrastructure, native planting, sustainable drainage, and climate-resilient materials across all our projects to reduce environmental impact.
