Business Details
Trusted Landscape Architecture & Civil Engineering Solutions
Element Design is a multidisciplinary design firm specializing in landscape architecture, civil engineering, and master planning. With decades of collective experience, our team creates transformative outdoor spaces that enhance community interaction and environmental sustainability. Our approach integrates creative design with technical expertise, focusing on materials, ecosystems, and human behavior to deliver functional yet aesthetically pleasing environments.We utilize cutting-edge technologies like drone imaging to ensure precision in site analysis and modeling. Our commitment to sustainability is evident in our LEED-certified projects and green infrastructure solutions that minimize ecological impact while restoring natural systems. Through collaborative processes, we address the unique needs of communities, campuses, and commercial districts, ensuring every project aligns with both client goals and public benefit.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Civil Engineering
Master Planning
Drone Imaging
Site Grading
Storm Sewer Design
Permitting Services
Construction Documentation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in landscape architecture and civil engineering.
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals with expertise in sustainable design.
- We utilize drone technology for precise site analysis and 3D modeling.
- Our collaborative approach ensures projects meet community needs and environmental standards.
- We specialize in transforming complex sites into functional, beautiful public spaces.
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create functional outdoor environments at all scales, from intimate gardens to large public parks. Our designs balance aesthetics, sustainability, and community needs through material expertise and ecological understanding. Projects include university campuses, recreational facilities, and urban plazas that enhance public interaction while preserving natural systems.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering services focus on sustainable water management systems, including storm sewer design and hydrologic analysis. We integrate green infrastructure techniques to minimize environmental impact while meeting regulatory requirements. Expertise covers utility design, site grading, and LEED-compliant solutions for municipal and commercial developments.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive plans for communities, campuses, and commercial districts using collaborative design processes. Our approach considers long-term growth, environmental factors, and stakeholder input to create adaptable frameworks. Services include land use analysis, zoning approvals, and illustrative site plans guiding future development.
Drone Imaging
Our drone technology captures precise site data for 3D modeling and topographic analysis. This enables accurate volume calculations, contour mapping, and progress monitoring. The technology supports efficient decision-making for large-scale projects like watershed master plans and park developments through real-time spatial data.
Site Grading
We design site grading solutions that manage stormwater runoff while creating functional spaces. Our approach ensures proper drainage, erosion control, and ADA-compliant accessibility. Services include cut/fill analysis and grading plans integrated with overall landscape architecture and civil engineering systems.
People
Ramona Fry
Principal / Sr Partner
Licensed landscape architect with ASLA and LEED BD+C certifications, specializing in sustainable design solutions for public spaces and educational institutions.
R. Derek Motsch
Civil Engineer
Professional engineer with expertise in municipal infrastructure projects, focusing on stormwater management and LEED-compliant civil engineering systems.
David White
Principal / Sr Partner
Senior landscape architect leading complex site planning projects, with extensive experience in campus design and large-scale recreational facility development.
Evan McDaniel
Murray Director / Project Manager
Project manager specializing in municipal projects and community planning, with deep knowledge of Kentucky's regulatory environment and local development needs.
Liz Piper
Junior Partner
LEED-certified landscape architect focused on sustainable materials and innovative design solutions for educational and public sector clients.
Questions
What services does Element Site offer?
We provide landscape architecture, civil engineering, master planning, drone imaging, and construction documentation services for public and private sector clients.
Where does Element Site operate?
Our primary service areas include Lexington, Louisville, and Murray, Kentucky, with projects across the state including the Kentucky Horse Park.
What makes Element Site unique?
We combine LEED-certified expertise with drone technology and a collaborative design process to create sustainable, community-focused spaces.
Can Element Site handle large-scale projects?
Yes, our experience includes campus master plans, watershed management, and municipal infrastructure projects like the LFUCG Wet Weather Storage Tank.
What industries do you serve?
We work with education institutions, municipalities, healthcare facilities, and commercial developers on projects ranging from parks to university buildings.
