THE
ART & SCIENCE OF THE LANDSCAPE
The Office of Katie O'Reilly Rogers, ASLA, takes a very traditional
approach to
Landscape Architecture. KOR believes in collaboration, and initiates
each project with meetings with the client, architect, civil engineer,
and when possible, contractors. KOR is involved in all aspects of
site planning, beginning with larger issues of stormwater management
and drainage, siting of structures and circulation. To KOR, 'sustainability'
is synonymos with landscape architecture. Our professional
approach has continuously implemented these principles throughout
the duration of our practice.
Classically trained, KOR's designs emphasize these qualities:
EXQUISITE
DETAIL
We
believe that from the smallest residential garden to an
80-acre commercial center and regional recreational park,
the beauty is in the details. KOR takes great pleasure in
giving critical attention to each aspect of the hardscape
design. Fountains, stairs and walkways, entry courts, pools
and spas, walls, columns, and fencing are all richly detailed
using authentic materials. The contractors with whom we
work are true craftsmen, who both understand and replicate
the art of the garden from the turn of the century.
TECHNICAL
EXPERTISE
Before the term "Landscape Architect"
was coined by Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux, Olmstead
referred to himself as a "Landscape Engineer." KOR
agrees that this term is more aligned with the actual practice
of traditional Landscape Architects. KOR has extensive exposure
to and experience with the principles of both Civil and Structural
Engineers. Our drawings are thorough and complete, and incorporate
Landscape Grading Plans, Layout Plans, Construction Detail
Reference Plans, and extensive Construction Details. Of course,
we also incorporate beautiful Planting Design, Irrigation
and Landscape Lighting Plans as finishing touches to our gardens.
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainable
development has been defined as development that meets the
needs of the present without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their needs. As responsive landscape
architects we are always working with the long-term future
in mind. An essential component of our design philosophy
is a lasting, positive outcome for the client, the community,
and the environment. The values we hold highest are
those of environmental sustainability and the implications
of our work for future generations.
HIGHEST
QUALITY DESIGN SERVICES
KOR has developed a technique incorporating
both computer graphics and hand rendering to produce absolutely
beautiful presentation drawings. These graphics are then inserted
into an aerial view of the site, offering a real life image
of the proposed project in its actual setting. These images
are an important tool for both the design review and the public
process. KOR's participation in public hearings and neighborhood
meetings has proven invaluable in obtaining acceptance of
many controversial proposals. KOR's approach is one of building
consensus through listening to the fears and concerns of those
in opposition, and then realistically addressing these issues
in the design development.
