Landscape architectural services

Example of a Masterplan Drawing

To complement our established ecological work, Cornwall Environmental Consultants implemented landscape architectural services in 2003.

Our Chartered Landscape Architects are Philip Hills (over 15 years experience), Birgit Höntzsch (over 7 years experience), and Lucy Wilson (over 5 years experience) our Landscape Architect, Ann Zettersten and finally our Graduate Landscape Architect, Nicole Weber. The company's portfolio includes a wide range of projects coupled with the teams individual extensive expertise.

We use advanced computer systems as well as traditional methods to undertake projects. We use AutoCAD Map 3D (with KeyTerraFirma and KeyScape Design Studio), ArcGIS and CorelDraw. Services include computer-generated ground models, section generation, cut and fill analysis, computer-aided visual analysis and contour plans. Presentational drawings can be rendered by hand or using suitable software packages such as CorelDraw or Adobe Photoshop.

Our landscape department can provide the following services ranging from initial site evaluation and feasibility studies to detailed design, project implementation and management plans for existing and new landscapes:

• Site survey, analysis and project feasibility
• Project Management and team leading
• Planning Application Work and Negotiations
• Landscape assessment including Landscape Character and Visual Assessments
• Design guidance & development briefs
• Master planning
• Recreational and landscape strategies
• Town centre regeneration / urban design
• Detailed landscape and garden design
• Habitat creation & restoration
• Sustainable design including SUDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems) and Green Roofs
• Specification and tendering
• Contract administration and Project Completion
• Landscape management plans

Project Examples

• 132kV Overhead Line near Barnstaple
• A391
• Affordable housing development in Hayle
• Clay trail cycle routes
• Cornwall Wildlife Trust Headquarters in Allet, Truro
• Penzance Community Primary School
• Private Garden Design
• Residential development in Truro
• Tredinnick Quarry new access and quarry restoration