Business Details
27 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscape Architecture & Preservation Services
Founded in 1999, Elmore Design Collaborative (EDC) is an award-winning landscape architecture firm dedicated to creating exceptional design solutions that harmonize with the natural and built environment. Our expertise spans landscape architecture, historic/cultural landscape preservation, and sustainable design, serving both public and private sector clients. With over three decades of experience, our principal, Thomas J. Elmore, ASLA, LEED AP, leads a team committed to understanding how people interact with outdoor spaces, ensuring each project reflects its unique context and client needs. We specialize in cultural landscape preservation, researching and restoring heritage landscapes to maintain their historical integrity while integrating modern functionality. Our collaborative approach involves allied professionals and stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions for projects of all scales, from cemeteries and memorials to public facilities.Licensed in six states, we bring flexibility and deep technical knowledge to every engagement, prioritizing sustainability, aesthetics, and long-term maintenance. Our mission is to create places that respect the land, celebrate cultural heritage, and enhance community vibrancy through innovative design. This philosophy guides our work in site planning, master planning, and post-design services, ensuring client goals are met with precision and creativity. EDCs commitment to excellence has earned recognition through awards and longstanding client relationships, solidifying our reputation as trusted stewards of the environment and cultural legacy.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Cultural Preservation
Site Planning
Master Planning
Historic Assessment
Design Development
Sustainability Consulting
Public Engagement
Construction Oversight
Maintenance Programming
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of landscape architecture expertise with a focus on cultural preservation.
- Our team is licensed in six states, ensuring regional expertise and flexibility.
- We prioritize sustainability and long-term maintenance in every design solution.
- Our collaborative approach integrates client goals with stakeholder input.
- We specialize in restoring heritage landscapes while maintaining historical integrity.
Associations and certifications
- ASLA
- LEED AP
Services
Landscape Architecture
Elmore Design Collaborative provides comprehensive landscape architecture services, from initial site analysis to construction oversight. Our approach integrates aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability to create spaces that meet client needs while respecting environmental contexts. We serve public and private clients with projects ranging from parks to urban developments.
Cultural Preservation
Specializing in cultural landscape preservation, we research, document, and restore historic sites to maintain their integrity. Our process includes assessing historical significance, developing treatment plans, and incorporating modern needs without compromising heritage value. This service ensures communities retain their cultural and emotional connections to these spaces.
Master Planning
We develop master plans that outline long-term visions for land use and development. Our plans balance ecological, functional, and aesthetic goals, incorporating stakeholder input to align with client objectives. Services include feasibility studies, budget projections, and phased implementation strategies for projects of all scales.
Sustainability Consulting
EDC integrates sustainable practices into every project, focusing on resource efficiency and environmental stewardship. We assess site conditions to recommend eco-friendly materials, water management systems, and energy-efficient designs. Our LEED-certified expertise ensures solutions that reduce ecological footprints while meeting regulatory standards.
Public Engagement
We facilitate public participation through workshops, forums, and hearings to gather input for projects affecting communities. Our methods ensure transparent communication and collaboration among stakeholders, fostering inclusive decision-making. This service strengthens project outcomes by aligning designs with community values and needs.
People
Thomas J. Elmore
Principal and Founder
Thomas J. Elmore, ASLA, LEED AP, has over 30 years of landscape architecture experience. He holds advanced degrees from the University of Massachusetts and SUNY, and is licensed in six states. His expertise includes cultural landscape preservation and sustainable design.
Questions
What services does Elmore Design Collaborative offer?
We provide landscape architecture, cultural landscape preservation, master planning, sustainability consulting, and public engagement services for public and private clients.
Do you specialize in historic landscape restoration?
Yes, we specialize in researching, documenting, and restoring heritage landscapes while maintaining their historical integrity and integrating modern functionality.
In which states are your services available?
We are licensed in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, and Virginia, serving projects across these regions.
How does EDC incorporate sustainability into designs?
We prioritize eco-friendly materials, water-efficient systems, and energy-conscious designs to minimize environmental impact while meeting client needs.
Can you assist with public participation in projects?
Yes, we facilitate community workshops, forums, and hearings to ensure stakeholder input is integrated into project planning and design.
