CEC provides a diverse range of landscape architecture design services for site and land development, master development planning, feasibility studies, stormwater management, landscape design, green infrastructure and irrigation.
CEC provides landscape architecture services to architects; developers; institutional, commercial and businesses owners; and public agencies, and is recognized for leadership in applying sustainable design practices to projects seeking LEED® certification.
Site and Land Development
CEC landscape architects prepare feasibility studies, site concept plans and master development plans for commercial office and retail sites, industrial and residential developments and institutional/academic campuses. Preliminary site planning services address utility and roadway infrastructure, vehicular accessibility and circulation, in some cases rail access, municipal zoning and land development requirements, and state and federal regulations, as well as site planning flexibility.
CEC takes into consideration floodplain issues, topographic constraints, existing and proposed infrastructure, stormwater management, preservation of natural site features such as existing vegetation and water courses, and review of wetlands and other environmental considerations. CEC can include the design of ponds and other water features such as bioswales, rain gardens, and creative stormwater treatment measures to limit water resource impacts.
Landscape and Irrigation Design
CEC can prepare landscape design and planting plans that address local municipal ordinance requirements and the client’s program objectives, LEED, and construction budget constraints. CEC also can prepare irrigation plans and construction documents to include commercial systems, groundwater and surface water supply irrigation systems, increased water efficiency, fountains and other water amenity features.
Graphic Renderings and Photo Manipulation Services
CEC prepares large-scale color renderings, photo manipulation services and 3-D modeling for presentation quality drawings and 3-D visualizations. CEC combines computer accuracy with an artistic by-hand touch to create realistic renderings and 3-D models. With technology to overlay proposed design solutions on photos of existing site conditions, CEC can communicate a photo-realistic effect of what the final design solution may look like, which is very effective for public meetings. Hand-drawn and computer-imaged renderings include: black and white and color perspectives, realistic detailed sections and elevations, 3-D models, and color presentation boards presenting both conceptual and final master plans.
