Career Summary
Accomplished, driven landscape architect and collaborative leader, able to direct and inspire a variety of teams to consistently produce high performing landscapes and successful public placemaking. Designed over 130 playgrounds for the Trust for Public Land and over 30 parks for NYC Parks Department and several master plans, streetscapes and green roofs in both Chicago and New York. Proven leader in professional and civic organizations - 2 term President of American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) New York Chapter, 2 term ASLA Trustee, Fine Arts Federation of New York Vice President, Urban Design Forum Fellow. 
 
Philosophy Statement
I am passionate about creating spaces that bring people and nature together to promote holistic wellness and environmental sustainability.

Bio
Jennifer is a Landscape Architect and Certified Arborist with over 25 years of experience in urban planning & design, park & recreational design, playgrounds, and campus design. She is skilled in a community-oriented planning and design process leading workshops, design charrettes and hands-on activities. As lead designer and project manager for a wide range of projects from concept through construction, she has the ability to identify the greater contextual vision of a project and develop the intricate details to make the project a reality. Jennifer is also a strong advocate for the profession, elevating awareness of landscape architecture to the public.
Jennifer has worked with numerous community groups and organizations to elevate quality of life, advocate for urban green space and pollinator habitat, and raise awareness of the profession that she is so passionate about. Her proven track record of commitment is unbounded as she has collaborated with many various groups, elevated awareness of landscape architecture outside our professional circles, and inspired the next generation of environmental stewards. Her boundless energy and drive to go above and beyond the average work day has impacted numerous entities, the profession, and most importantly, the communities she serves.

Student Stewardship Program with ASLA-NY
Student Stewardship Program with ASLA-NY
Public School 38K Community Playground, Brooklyn
Public School 38K Community Playground, Brooklyn
Interview with NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver at Park(ing) Day event
Interview with NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver at Park(ing) Day event
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