Business Details
Expert Landscape Architecture Services in Rhode Island
Founded by Elena M. Pascarella, PLA, ASLA, Landscape Elements specializes in creating sustainable and functional outdoor spaces across Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Our expertise spans landscape architecture, cultural landscape preservation, and ecological planning, serving municipal, residential, commercial, and academic clients. With licensed professionals in three states and certifications as a Women-Owned and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, we combine technical precision with creative design to address complex site challenges. Our team has earned multiple awards for innovative projects ranging from urban parks to historic property restorations.We prioritize environmentally responsible solutions, including green infrastructure and wetland conservation, while maintaining deep expertise in construction documentation and site analysis. Through technical writing and continuing education contributions, we advance industry knowledge about sustainable materials and urban tree management. Our regional focus ensures tailored approaches to New England's diverse landscapes, from coastal properties to academic campuses.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Cultural Preservation
Landscape Ecology
Technical Writing
Site Design
Highlights and features
- Certified WBE/DBE in three New England states
- Award-winning designs recognized by Connecticut ASLA
- Licensed professionals in CT, MA, and RI
- Specialized expertise in historic landscape preservation
- Comprehensive technical writing and continuing education contributions
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
- Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create functional outdoor spaces for municipal, residential, and commercial clients. Our services include master planning, construction documentation, and site analysis. Our award-winning designs balance aesthetics with practical considerations for parks, academic campuses, and private properties.
Cultural Preservation
Specializing in historic property restoration and adaptive reuse, we develop cultural landscape reports and treatment plans. Our team prepares National Register nominations and creates preservation master plans for historic sites across New England's diverse environments.
Landscape Ecology
We provide ecological assessments and conservation strategies for natural resources. Our services include greenway planning, wetland restoration, and sustainable development solutions that integrate environmental considerations with client needs across various property types.
Technical Writing
Our continuing education courses for design professionals cover green infrastructure, sustainable materials, and urban tree management. We contribute to Architectural Record's Continuing Education Center with accredited courses that address current challenges in landscape architecture.
Site Analysis
We conduct comprehensive site assessments for development projects, including soil analysis, drainage evaluation, and environmental impact considerations. Our team creates detailed master plans that optimize land use while maintaining ecological integrity and regulatory compliance.
People
Elena M. Pascarella
Principal Landscape Architect
Licensed in CT, MA, and RI with over 20 years of experience, Elena specializes in historic landscape preservation and sustainable design. She has authored multiple technical courses for Architectural Record and led award-winning projects across New England.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, with occasional projects throughout New England.
What types of projects do you specialize in?
Our expertise includes landscape architecture, cultural landscape preservation, ecological planning, and technical writing services.
Are you certified as a women-owned business?
Yes, we hold WBE and DBE certifications in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.
What professional accreditations do you hold?
Our principal is a licensed landscape architect in three states and a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects.
Can you handle historic property restoration projects?
Yes, we specialize in cultural landscape preservation including National Register nominations and adaptive reuse plans.
Do you provide continuing education for design professionals?
Yes, we author accredited courses for Architectural Record covering sustainable materials and urban green infrastructure.
