Business Details
Expert Landscape Architects in Alexandria, VA
Lardner/Klein Landscape Architects was founded on a commitment to shaping public landscapes through thoughtful design. With decades of combined expertise, we specialize in creating sustainable, culturally sensitive solutions for communities at local and regional scales. Our work spans trails, parks, greenways, and historic sites, prioritizing stewardship and cost-effective implementation. We employ regenerative design tools to address climate resilience and demographic shifts. Our collaborative approach involves leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers, ecologists, and preservation experts.We emphasize community dialogue to refine visions from grassroots input. For over 30 years, our practice has balanced visionary planning with actionable strategies. We support professional growth through mentorship and continuing education. Our firm maintains an informal culture valuing work-life balance and flexible scheduling. Located in Alexandria, Virginia, we work nationally with a focus on the Mid-Atlantic region. Our projects integrate human-powered transportation and public engagement to create lasting community impact.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Cultural Heritage Planning
Tourism Development
Resilient Infrastructure
Park Systems Design
Greenway Corridors
Historic Preservation
Community Engagement
Sustainable Development
Highlights and features
- 34 years of landscape architecture and community planning experience
- Specialize in regenerative design for climate resilience projects
- Award-winning practice with national recognition
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts on every project
- Maintain 100% health insurance coverage for employees
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create functional outdoor spaces that balance aesthetics with ecological responsibility. Our designs integrate native vegetation, sustainable materials, and accessible pathways to enhance community environments. Projects range from neighborhood parks to large-scale green infrastructure systems.
Urban Design
Our urban design solutions prioritize walkability, transit connectivity, and mixed-use development. We craft master plans that guide growth while preserving historical context through public realm improvements and streetscape enhancements across diverse cityscapes.
Cultural Heritage
We protect and revitalize historically significant landscapes through thorough documentation and adaptive reuse strategies. Our work maintains cultural narratives while integrating modern functionality for parks, monuments, and heritage tourism sites.
Resilient Infrastructure
We design infrastructure that withstands environmental challenges through green stormwater management and flood mitigation techniques. Our approaches combine ecological restoration with community safety requirements for sustainable long-term solutions.
Community Engagement
We facilitate inclusive design processes through stakeholder workshops and interactive planning sessions. Our methods ensure diverse community voices shape projects from concept through implementation, fostering local ownership of public spaces.
Questions
What types of projects does Lardner/Klein handle?
We specialize in parks, trails, greenways, urban design, cultural heritage sites, and resilient infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic region and nationwide.
How do you involve communities in design processes?
Through interactive workshops, public meetings, and stakeholder interviews that integrate diverse perspectives into every project phase.
What sustainability practices do you employ?
We use regenerative design principles including native plantings, permeable surfaces, and climate-adaptive features that reduce environmental impact.
Can you work on historic preservation projects?
Yes, we combine historic research with modern design to preserve cultural landscapes while meeting contemporary usability needs.
What makes your firm different from others?
Our 34-year focus on public realm projects with multidisciplinary collaboration and commitment to work-life balance for staff excellence.
Do you work outside the Mid-Atlantic region?
While we primarily serve the Mid-Atlantic, we accept projects nationwide through our flexible team structure.
