Business Details
30 Years
experience
Innovative Landscape Architecture Solutions
Founded in 1996 by Michael Blier, our firm specializes in creating transformative and regenerative landscapes through rigorous exploration of natural processes and ecological systems. We combine conventional design tools with advanced technology to develop sustainable solutions that prioritize ecological restoration, civic engagement, and creative placemaking. Our multidisciplinary team brings expertise in landscape architecture, design, and environmental systems to projects ranging from small pocket parks to large-scale urban frameworks. We collaborate closely with clients, architects, urban planners, and communities to ensure designs respond thoughtfully to their context and scale.Our iterative design process employs physical models, digital simulations, and perspective photomontages to refine ideas and achieve precise outcomes. Recognized with awards like the ASLA Design Excellence Award, we maintain studios in Salem, Massachusetts, and Taipei, Taiwan, serving diverse international projects. Our commitment extends beyond design to community engagement through initiatives like annual free plant swaps and public events in our reinvented studio space.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Ecological Restoration
Sustainable Design
Community Engagement
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of experience in landscape architecture and ecological design
- Our multidisciplinary team combines landscape architecture with environmental science expertise
- We utilize both traditional design methods and cutting-edge digital modeling tools
- Recognized with ASLA Design Excellence Awards for innovative projects
- We maintain active community engagement through public events and educational initiatives
Associations and certifications
- ASLA
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create innovative landscape architecture solutions that integrate ecological systems with human needs. Our approach combines traditional design methods with digital modeling to develop site-specific projects ranging from small parks to large-scale urban frameworks. Our work emphasizes sustainability, community engagement, and long-term ecological performance.
Ecological Restoration
Our ecological restoration services focus on revitalizing degraded environments through natural process-based design. We specialize in transforming industrial sites and urban landscapes into thriving ecosystems that provide environmental benefits while creating meaningful public spaces for community use.
Urban Design
We develop comprehensive urban design strategies that enhance public spaces and improve urban resilience. Our approach considers environmental performance, human scale, and cultural context to create vibrant, sustainable urban environments that respond to both predictable and unpredictable change factors.
Community Engagement
We integrate community input throughout the design process to ensure projects reflect local needs and values. Our engagement strategies include workshops, public events, and collaborative design sessions that foster meaningful dialogue between designers, residents, and stakeholders.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design practice focuses on creating environmentally responsible landscapes that maximize ecological benefits. We employ innovative materials, water management systems, and energy-efficient strategies to develop landscapes that contribute positively to their surrounding ecosystems and communities.
People
Michael Blier
Founding Principal
Michael Blier established Landworks Studio in 1996 and serves as Design Director. He was inducted as an ASLA Fellow in 2017 for his contributions to landscape architecture. His work focuses on ecological systems and sustainable urban design.
Adrienne Allard
Marketing Director
Adrienne Allard leads our marketing initiatives, connecting our design expertise with clients seeking innovative landscape solutions. She ensures our commitment to sustainable design reaches communities and organizations worldwide.
Tanja Kerzig
Senior Associate
Tanja Kerzig contributes extensive experience in landscape architecture and project management. She plays a key role in developing design solutions that integrate ecological performance with aesthetic innovation across diverse project scales.
Diana Gallo
Project Manager
Diana Gallo oversees project execution from concept to completion. Her expertise ensures our designs maintain ecological integrity while meeting client needs and community expectations throughout the development process.
Chris Macfarlane
Project Director
Chris Macfarlane leads complex projects requiring multidisciplinary coordination. As an ASLA member, he brings technical expertise and creative problem-solving to deliver landscapes that balance environmental stewardship with functional design.
Questions
What types of landscape architecture projects do you specialize in?
We specialize in ecological restoration, urban design, and sustainable landscapes for public parks, private developments, and city-wide frameworks.
Do you work on international projects?
Yes, we maintain studios in Salem, Massachusetts and Taipei, Taiwan, and have completed projects in Saudi Arabia, Italy, and China.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We prioritize ecological systems in every project, using natural processes and innovative materials to create regenerative landscapes that benefit both people and environment.
Can I visit your studio space?
Our Salem studio, known as the 'Yellow Submarine,' hosts community events like our annual plant swap. Contact us to schedule a visit.
