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  • Environmental Planning
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  • Landscape Architecture & Urban Design
  • Wayfinding & Monumentation
  • Public Engagement & Communication

Landscape Architecture

Landscape architecture plays a pivotal role in shaping our communities by blending art and science to create harmonious, environmentally sound spaces.

As part of a multidisciplinary firm, we collaborate seamlessly with our clients and team members to solve complex challenges and create meaningful spaces that enrich lives and strengthen communities. Our teams integrate design elements across various disciplines, such as stormwater management, transportation planning, and land development. By engaging project stakeholders and community members, we build on their ideas to create timeless solutions that benefit all who live, work, and play there.

Innovative and Engaging Solutions

Our landscape architecture expertise offers a fresh, engaging approach to addressing multifaceted concerns involving technical, regulatory, and community issues. Beyond the technical aspects of construction and functionality, we bring high design and user-experience concepts to create great places for people to enjoy. We craft unique spaces that resonate with local culture and history while embracing the future, creating inviting and attractive areas that elevate property value. Our designs offer social and recreational benefits, providing spaces for gatherings, recreation, and community activities to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Each space is designed to ADA standards, promoting inclusivity and ensuring equitable access for all.

Sustainable Transformation

Our thoughtful design enhances urban areas with green spaces and aesthetic improvements, while our streetscape designs craft pedestrian-friendly streets that balance aesthetics, safety, and functionality. We address environmental concerns by designing resilient landscapes that manage water efficiently, transforming ordinary spaces into memorable, inviting places that foster community engagement. By integrating sustainable practices and innovative design, we create environments that not only meet the needs of today but also anticipate the challenges of tomorrow. Our commitment to excellence in landscape architecture ensures that every project we undertake contributes positively to the community, enhancing both its visual appeal and its functional value. Through our holistic approach, we strive to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve, fostering a sense of place and belonging for all.

Projects

An aerial view of a bridge over an intersection in a suburban area. Cars are driving on the bridge and surrounding roads. Construction equipment and materials are visible below. Buildings and parking lots are in the background under a clear blue sky.

Highway 10/169 Improvements, City of Anoka, Minnesota

City of Anoka, Minnesota
An aerial view of a park

Pioneer Park Master Plan and Final Design, City of Little Canada, Minnesota

City of Little Canada, Minnesota
A visual representation of a two-lane road with a dedicated bus lane, surrounded by landscaping, pedestrians, and sidewalks.

Roosevelt Cultural District Streetscape Master Plan, City of Des Moines, Iowa

City of Des Moines, Iowa
Sidewalk with bench and park sign in a residential area surrounded by native grass and trees

Canary Park Site Plan, City of Clive, Iowa

City of Clive, Iowa
Night view of Bearden Promenade, featuring a well-lit brick pathway lined with trees and modern buildings. Several colorful glass installations and bright streetlights create a vibrant atmosphere.

Third Street Linear Park – Bearden Promenade, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, North Carolina

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, North Carolina
Modern building featuring large glass windows and green accents. The structure has multiple levels, with an overpass in the foreground. There is a logo on one side of the building, and landscaping with greenery around the entrance.

Raleigh Campus, WakeMed

WakeMed
Snow-covered bare tree at night with faintly lit building in the background

Downtown Tree Lighting, City of Belle Plaine, Minnesota

City of Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Sidewalk and bike path surrounded by lush greenery and cars passing by

CSAH 53 (66th Street) Reconstruction, Hennepin County, Minnesota

Hennepin County, Minnesota
A serene downtown scene with parked cars and buildings lining the side.

Dodge Street Improvements, City of Algona, Iowa

City of Algona, Iowa
Site map showing two large buildings labeled 870 Air Park West Drive and 8805 Air Park West Drive surrounded by roads and parking areas. The surrounding landscape includes trees and grass.

Airpark West Building II & IV, Bentall Kennedy

Bentall Kennedy
Aerial view of a large campus plan surrounded by trees, with multiple buildings in various colors. Roads and parking lots are visible, and paths connect the structures. A red dashed line marks the boundary. A legend explains the color coding.

Master Plan, Alamance Community College

Alamance Community College
A quiet residential street with sidewalks on both sides

Cedar Lake Road Improvements, City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota

City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota
A modern apartment complex surrounds a rectangular outdoor pool with clear blue water. Lounge chairs and umbrellas line the poolside, and greenery decorates the area. The building features a mix of white and brick facade.

Solis Southline, Blue Ridge Retirement Partners, LLC

Blue Ridge Retirement Partners, LLC
A modern brick office building with large windows under a clear blue sky. In front, there is a circular seating area with a contemporary sculpture. Green bushes and red flowers line the walkway leading to the entrance.

Northeast Heart & Vascular Tower, Atrium Health

Atrium Health
Two people observing a monument with plaques

National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) Project, Iowa State University

Iowa State University
Cars navigating a roundabout with multiple lanes and exits

Lyndale Avenue Reconstruction, City of Richfield, Minnesota

City of Richfield, Minnesota
Aerial view of a detailed urban landscape map, featuring various buildings, sports fields, parking lots, and roads. Green areas surround a complex network of streets and structures, indicating a mix of urban and natural spaces.

Master Plan, Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University
Brick walkway winding through a landscaped area at night, bordered by leafless trees and illuminated by streetlights. Buildings in the background have lights, enhancing the serene urban atmosphere.

The Green, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo
Digital rendering of downtown street with cars and people biking

Square Streetscape Master Plan, City of Indianola, Iowa

City of Indianola, Iowa
Downtown roundabout and streetscape improvements for both vehicles and pedestrians to enjoy

CSAH 21 Downtown Prior Lake Reconstruction, Scott County, Minnesota

Scott County, Minnesota

Resources

Landscape Architecture University Avenue

Designing for Wellness: How Landscape Architecture Makes Happier, Healthier Communities

Landscape architects are more than designers – they are the storytellers of the past, present, and future. They empower community voices, appreciate history, and use innovative design to create places where people thrive.
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• NPHC Plaza at Iowa State: Representing the Black Community

NPHC Plaza at Iowa State: Representing and Uplifting the Black Community

The NPHC Plaza at Iowa State University celebrates the rich history, accomplishments, and aspirations of Divine 9 members.
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Rain Garden full of different grasses and flowers

Rain Gardens: Designing with Winter in Mind

What happens to rain gardens when the weather turns cold? Learn how designing for all four seasons can create beautiful and functional systems.
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Building Equitable Communities Through Affordable Housing

Building Equitable Communities Through Affordable Housing

We leverage our affordable housing design expertise with community insight and stakeholder involvement to create a lasting positive impact.
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Synthetic Turf Field Sports Facility

Synthetic Turf Fields Are Green, But How Green?

The ‘grass’ may just be greener on a synthetic turf field! Learn how we make sure sustainability is the winner when it comes to sports facility solutions.
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Public Health and Outdoor Spaces

Promoting Public Health Through Outdoor Community Spaces

COVID-19 shifted the way we connect with people and places. Bolton & Menk focuses on public health with thoughtful outdoor community space design.
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News

Bolton & Menk Receives Two ASLA Minnesota Professional Awards

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Pioneer Park Receives MRPA Award of Excellence

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Bolton & Menk on the Board – 2025 Q1

The Green Receives 2024 Charlotte Urban Design Award

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Trio of Iowa Projects Earn Landscape Architecture Design Honors

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Bearden Promenade Receives 2024 NCASLA Recognition Award

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Top work place banners for Mn, IA, and NC

Named one of the very best workplaces in the States of Minnesota and Iowa! We’re proud to rank in the Top 50 on the list, and even prouder that we were voted in by our own employees.

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