Business Details
Your Trusted Landscape Architects in East Orange, NJ
Edgewater Design is a landscape architecture firm dedicated to creating solutions that harmonize with both natural and built environments. As a LEED AP-certified and New Jersey and New York WBE, DBE, and SBE firm, we specialize in serving the New York Metropolitan area. Our approach emphasizes collaboration with architects, engineers, planners, ecologists, and artists to deliver environmentally sensitive and aesthetically integrated designs for new architectural and engineering projects. With expertise spanning civic, institutional, academic, commercial, corporate, public, and private residential sectors, we combine decades of experience with a commitment to sustainability. Our team, led by Founding Principal Jan Saltiel Rafel, ASLA, LEED AP, brings specialized knowledge in urban spaces, ecological systems, and sustainable materials.We prioritize understanding each site's unique potential to create landscapes that promote biodiversity, improve climate resilience, and enhance quality of life. Our hands-on involvement from concept design through construction administration ensures cost-effective, innovative solutions that meet project timelines. By integrating native and ecologically appropriate plant species, we craft spaces that reflect local character while addressing global sustainability challenges. Our portfolio demonstrates a consistent ability to transform complex sites into functional, beautiful environments that serve diverse community needs.
Services
Campus Landscape Design
Civic + Institutional Projects
Private Development
Residential Gardens
Playground Design
Green Roofs
Ecological Restoration
Art Integration
Highlights and features
- We are LEED AP-certified landscape architects with specialized sustainability expertise
- Our WBE/DBE/SBE certifications demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion
- We collaborate with architects, engineers, and ecologists for holistic solutions
- Our team has decades of experience across all landscape architecture sectors
- We combine creative design with practical construction knowledge for reliable delivery
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
- WBE
- DBE
- SBE
Services
Campus Landscape Design
We create cohesive outdoor environments for educational institutions that balance functionality with ecological stewardship. Our designs enhance campus aesthetics while improving stormwater management and biodiversity. By integrating sustainable materials and native plantings, we develop spaces that support both academic activities and environmental goals.
Green Infrastructure
Our green infrastructure solutions combine natural processes with engineering principles to manage urban stormwater effectively. We design permeable pavements, bioswales, and rain gardens that reduce runoff while creating attractive public spaces. These systems improve water quality and contribute to climate resilience in densely populated areas.
Ecological Restoration
We specialize in restoring degraded ecosystems to their natural state through scientific analysis and native plant reintroduction. Our approach addresses soil health, hydrology, and biodiversity to create self-sustaining environments. These restored areas provide wildlife habitat, improve air and water quality, and offer educational opportunities for local communities.
Art Integration
We incorporate site-specific art installations into landscape designs to create unique, memorable environments. Our collaborative approach connects artists with architects and engineers to produce functional art that enhances spatial experience. These elements foster community engagement while reinforcing the cultural identity of each location.
People
Jan Saltiel Rafel
Founding Principal
ASLA-certified landscape architect with over 25 years of experience in New York metropolitan area projects. Specializes in sustainable design solutions that integrate ecological principles with urban development needs across diverse project types.
Mukta Jadhav
Associate
Landscape architect with architecture background specializing in plant integration and sustainable materials. Combines technical expertise with artistic sensibility to create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces that address environmental challenges.
Questions
What types of projects does Edgewater Design specialize in?
We work on diverse projects including campuses, civic institutions, private developments, residential gardens, playgrounds, green roofs, ecological restoration, and art-integrated landscapes across the New York Metropolitan area.
Are you certified in sustainable design practices?
Yes, we are LEED AP-certified and prioritize sustainable materials, native plantings, and ecological systems in all our projects to promote environmental stewardship and climate resilience.
How do you approach collaborative projects?
We work closely with architects, engineers, ecologists, and artists throughout the design process, from concept development to construction administration, ensuring integrated, holistic solutions.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in East Orange, NJ, we serve the entire New York Metropolitan area including New Jersey, New York City, and surrounding regions for all landscape architecture projects.
