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Revitalizing DeKalb

Pedestrian-friendly streetscapes were key to revitalizing downtown DeKalb, Illinois. Courtesy of Hitchcock Design Group

The objective was clear—to restore downtown DeKalb, Ill., to its former glory as the centerpiece of the community. To be successful, the city formed a revitalization task force and commissioned a study to determine ways to bring economic improvment to … Continue reading

Posted in Departments, Issues, Landscape Architect Business, Nov/Dec 2012, Private | Leave a comment

Overuse And Neglect

Much press is given to golf courses–the turf, the landscaping, the architecture of the clubhouse, even the layout of the pro shop. And those are all essential parts of the experience for players. But, just for this article, let’s turn … Continue reading

Posted in Departments, Golf Course Design, Issues, Landscape Architect Business, March/April 2012, Private | Leave a comment

Sicilian Courtyard Restored

Early photographs of Sicilian Court at Scripps College in Claremont, Calif., show the space serving as a quiet study court, a place for subdued conversations and a cup of tea. And that is how we see the courtyard being used … Continue reading

Posted in Departments, Issues, Jan/Feb 12, Landscape Architect Business, Landscape Design, Private | 1 Comment