Business Details
Creative Landscape Architecture Solutions
Studio Insite is a professional creative firm specializing in landscape architecture, urban design, and planning. Our approach combines collaborative engagement with clients and communities to shape sustainable, vibrant environments. With decades of experience, we integrate emerging trends and regional insights to deliver tailored solutions for diverse projects. Our team of nearly 70 professionals operates across the Midwest, prioritizing innovation and stewardship in every design. We employ a four-stage processExplore, Evaluate, Refine, Recommendto ensure client goals align with community needs. Through authentic placemaking and sustainable strategies, we transform spaces into thriving hubs for recreation, culture, and connectivity.Our work spans campuses, parks, transit systems, and mixed-use developments, reflecting our commitment to enhancing quality of life. Recognized for award-winning projects, we maintain deep expertise in balancing ecological, social, and functional design requirements. Our multidisciplinary team fosters continuous learning through industry conferences and community partnerships. Clients benefit from our localized knowledge and national perspective, ensuring solutions that resonate with regional identities while meeting global standards.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Community Planning
Sustainability Strategies
Campus Planning
Public Space Design
Digital Modeling
Placemaking
Rail-to-Trail Conversions
Resilient Design
Highlights and features
- We implement a four-stage collaborative design process validated through 20+ years of award-winning projects
- Our team of 70 professionals combines localized market knowledge with national industry expertise
- We integrate sustainable strategies across all project phases using proven ecological design methods
- Our integrated approach bridges landscape architecture, urban design, and strategic planning disciplines
- We maintain active participation in industry advancement through conference sponsorships and fellowships
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
Services
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architects create sustainable outdoor spaces that balance ecological function with human needs. We specialize in analyzing existing conditions, developing master plans, and implementing construction documentation for parks, campuses, and urban environments. Clients benefit from our 20-year track record of transforming underutilized spaces into vibrant community assets through evidence-based design.
Urban Design
We shape cities through artful urban design that enhances public spaces and infrastructure. Our approach integrates mobility systems, architectural contexts, and economic development goals to create walkable, mixed-use districts. Recent projects demonstrate our ability to revitalize downtown areas while preserving historic character and promoting sustainable transportation options.
Community Engagement
Our engagement process combines digital modeling with hands-on workshops to involve residents in shaping their environments. We employ interactive tools that allow communities to visualize planning scenarios and provide targeted feedback, ensuring final designs reflect local priorities and address specific neighborhood challenges through collaborative problem-solving.
Sustainable Strategies
We integrate climate resilience and ecological best practices throughout every project phase. Our sustainable solutions include stormwater management systems, native vegetation restoration, and energy-efficient site lighting that reduce environmental impact while creating functional spaces that adapt to changing climate conditions.
Digital Modeling
Our digital studio creates 3D models and interactive simulations to help stakeholders understand planning decisions. These tools enable real-time scenario testing during community meetings and provide clients with accurate visualizations of proposed spaces before construction begins, enhancing decision-making transparency.
People
Chris Della Vedova
President & CEO / Senior Principal
With over 25 years of experience, Chris leads strategic growth while maintaining active involvement in complex urban design projects across Midwest communities.
Wm. Christopher Cline
Senior Vice President / Senior Principal
A registered landscape architect with expertise in public space revitalization, focusing on creating equitable access to green infrastructure in urban settings.
Daniel Tal
Digital Studio Manager
Specializes in creating interactive visualization tools that enhance community engagement through immersive design simulations and 3D modeling applications.
Brenda Nelson
Principal
Focuses on campus planning and academic landscape design, bringing 18 years of experience developing sustainable outdoor learning environments for educational institutions.
Gary Worthley
Vice President / Principal
Infrastructure specialist with a focus on transforming underutilized spaces into multifunctional civic assets through innovative design solutions.
Questions
What services does Confluence provide?
We specialize in landscape architecture, urban design, and community planning, creating sustainable spaces that connect people and environments.
How does your design process work?
Our four-stage process includes Exploring project goals, Evaluating alternatives, Refining solutions, and Recommending final implementation strategies.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across the Midwest with offices in Des Moines, Denver, Kansas City, Sioux Falls, and other regional centers.
What project types do you handle?
We work on parks, campuses, transit systems, mixed-use developments, and community revitalization projects of all scales.
Do you collaborate with local communities?
Yes, we prioritize stakeholder engagement through workshops and digital tools to ensure community input shapes final designs.
Are you involved in industry advancement?
Our team contributes to professional development through ASLA fellowships, conference sponsorships, and design research initiatives.
