Business Details
Trusted Landscape Architecture & Environmental Design in Atlanta
Owens Environmental Design is a landscape architecture firm dedicated to creating purposeful environments that harmonize with natural beauty and client needs. With decades of experience, we specialize in analyzing, planning, and designing spaces ranging from intimate gardens to expansive estates. Our approach prioritizes listening to clients, ensuring their unique visions guide every project. We integrate ecological sensitivity with functional design, crafting spaces that reflect cultural significance and enhance community connections. Our teams expertise spans urban design, residential communities, and recreational spaces, with a focus on low-impact development and sustainable practices.Recognized by the American Society of Landscape Architects, our work emphasizes artistic integrity and technical excellence. Headquartered in Atlanta, we serve diverse regions with projects that honor local landscapes and foster human connection. Our founder, Richard Owens, brings advanced education and certifications in landscape architecture, wetlands restoration, and rooftop garden design. We collaborate closely with clients and interdisciplinary teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet both aesthetic and practical demands. From master planning to detailed site design, our commitment remains to create enduring spaces that resonate with users and the environment.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Garden Design
Horse Farm Planning
Urban Design
Streetscape Design
Wetlands Mitigation
Site Planning
Bio-retention Plans
Pedestrian Path Design
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in landscape architecture and environmental design.
- Our team holds advanced certifications in wetlands restoration and urban planning.
- We prioritize client collaboration to ensure unique visions guide every project.
- Our designs integrate ecological sustainability with functional, community-focused spaces.
- Recognized with merit awards for contributions to landscape architecture excellence.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Landscape Architects
- Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB)
What people say
Thoughtful and wise
True professional
Emotionally intelligent
Artistic designer
Sensitive to client needs
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces tailored to client needs. Our approach integrates ecological sustainability with artistic vision, ensuring each project enhances natural beauty while meeting practical demands. Services include master planning, garden design, and urban space development.
Master Planning
Our master planning services develop comprehensive, long-term visions for residential communities, campuses, and recreational areas. We balance land use efficiency with environmental preservation, creating connected spaces that support community growth and cultural expression through thoughtful design.
Horse Farm Planning
Specialized planning for horse farms that harmonize with natural landscapes. We design layouts preserving open spaces while strategically placing barns, fencing, and structures to optimize functionality, aesthetics, and environmental sustainability for equestrian properties.
Wetlands Mitigation
We provide wetlands mitigation planning that restores ecological balance while meeting regulatory requirements. Our solutions enhance biodiversity, manage stormwater naturally, and create educational spaces that connect communities with vital environmental systems.
Urban Design
Our urban design services create vibrant, livable city spaces. We focus on pedestrian-friendly environments, integrating green infrastructure and cultural elements to develop cohesive neighborhoods that support commerce, recreation, and community interaction.
People
Richard Owens
Founder & Landscape Architect
Richard Owens is a certified landscape architect with advanced degrees from the University of Georgia and University of Pennsylvania. He specializes in environmental design, wetlands restoration, and urban planning, bringing over 40 years of experience to create spaces that harmonize human needs with natural ecosystems.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Atlanta, North Georgia, and Chattanooga, with projects spanning residential, commercial, and community spaces across the Southeast.
What types of projects do you handle?
Our expertise includes landscape architecture, master planning, horse farm design, urban spaces, and wetlands mitigation for both private and public sector clients.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We begin by listening to client needs and vision, ensuring their input shapes every design decision through collaborative planning and regular communication.
Are you certified in sustainable design practices?
Yes, we hold CLARB certification and specialize in low-impact development, bio-retention systems, and environmentally sensitive designs that preserve natural ecosystems.
Can you work with existing architectural styles?
We integrate designs with existing structures and landscapes, ensuring cohesive aesthetics while enhancing functionality and environmental harmony.
