Business Details
46 Years
experience
Innovative Landscape Architecture & Urban Design
Olin Partnership is a women-owned design studio dedicated to creating transformative landscapes and urban environments. With offices in Philadelphia and Los Angeles, our team of landscape architects, planners, and urban designers combines innovation with a commitment to social engagement, environmental responsibility, and financial sustainability. We approach each project with tailored strategies that leverage the unique characteristics of a site while integrating advanced research through Olin Partnership LABS. Our work spans diverse scales and typologies, from public parks to corporate campuses, all driven by a mission to enhance human interaction and community well-being.With over four decades of experience, we have established a reputation for crafting resilient, aesthetically compelling designs that address complex urban challenges. Our practice emphasizes collaboration, education, and technological advancement, ensuring our solutions remain at the forefront of the industry. We prioritize transparency, ethical practices, and client partnerships to deliver projects that exceed expectations and stand the test of time.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Public Space Planning
Ecological Restoration
Campus Master Plans
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in landscape architecture and urban design.
- Our practice integrates research, technology, and sustainability through Olin Partnership LABS.
- We prioritize site-specific solutions that address ecological and social challenges.
- Our team includes recognized leaders in the field of landscape architecture.
- We maintain a commitment to transparency and client collaboration throughout projects.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Olin Partnership creates innovative landscape architecture solutions that merge aesthetics with functionality. Our approach emphasizes ecological sensitivity, cultural context, and user experience. We design spaces that adapt to environmental challenges while enhancing community connectivity and long-term sustainability.
Urban Design
Our urban design practice focuses on creating vibrant, equitable public spaces that address modern city challenges. We develop comprehensive plans that improve pedestrian connectivity, green infrastructure, and mixed-use development while respecting historical contexts.
Public Space Planning
We specialize in designing inclusive public spaces that foster social interaction and environmental stewardship. Our parks and plazas incorporate accessible amenities, climate-resilient features, and programming that reflects community needs and cultural heritage.
Ecological Restoration
Olin Partnership restores degraded ecosystems through science-based interventions that enhance biodiversity and natural processes. Our work includes wetland rehabilitation, riverfront revitalization, and creating educational landscapes that connect people with nature.
Campus Master Plans
We develop comprehensive campus plans that balance growth with sustainability. Our designs create cohesive environments that support academic missions, improve circulation, and integrate green spaces that enhance user experience and institutional identity.
People
Lucinda Sanders
CEO / Partner
Lucinda Sanders is a landscape architect and urban designer with over 30 years of experience creating award-winning public spaces. She leads Olin Partnership's strategic vision and design excellence initiatives.
Susan K. Weiler
Partner
Susan Weiler specializes in sustainable landscape architecture and has led complex urban projects that integrate ecological systems with public infrastructure across North America.
Demetrios Staurinos
Partner
Demetrios Staurinos focuses on urban waterfront revitalization and resilient design. He has over 20 years of experience transforming public spaces into community assets that address climate challenges.
Josh Leaskey
Partner
Josh Leaskey oversees Olin Partnership's quality assurance and construction documentation standards. He leads sustainability initiatives and has managed large-scale projects including Apple Park and university campuses.
Pat Playdon
Associate
Pat Playdon designs dynamic public spaces that merge natural systems with urban environments. His work spans university campuses, corporate landscapes, and ecological preserves with a focus on social and ecological function.
Questions
What types of projects does OLIN specialize in?
OLIN specializes in landscape architecture, urban design, public parks, campus planning, and ecological restoration projects worldwide.
How does OLIN approach sustainability in design?
We integrate sustainable practices through native plantings, stormwater management, and materials selection that minimizes environmental impact.
Can OLIN handle large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with complex urban infrastructure, including waterfront revitalization and transportation corridors.
What is OLIN LABS?
OLIN LABS is our research initiative focused on advancing design innovation through five areas: eco, people, tech, design, and build.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, our projects span North America and include international collaborations in Asia and Europe.
