Business Details
Expert Landscape Architecture & Urban Design Solutions
Lardner/Klein Landscape Architects is a nationally recognized firm dedicated to shaping public landscapes through innovative planning and design. With 34 years of collective experience, we specialize in creating sustainable, culturally sensitive solutions for parks, trails, greenways, and urban spaces. Our practice emphasizes community collaboration, assembling multidisciplinary teams of planners, engineers, and cultural experts to address each project's unique challenges. We prioritize regenerative design principles to build resilience against climate change and demographic shifts while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Our team combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving, offering services from initial visioning to detailed implementation strategies.We actively engage stakeholders through transparent dialogue, ensuring designs reflect community needs and aspirations. As a small but flexible firm, we work across diverse scales and locations nationwide while maintaining a balanced, employee-focused office culture. Our commitment to professional growth includes mentorship and financial support for certifications. Recognized for award-winning work, we focus on human-powered transportation integration and revitalizing 'long and skinny places' like scenic byways.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Urban Design
Cultural Heritage Planning
Tourism Development
Parks & Natural Areas
Greenway Systems
Historic Preservation
Community Engagement
Highlights and features
- 34 years of specialized landscape architecture experience
- Award-winning, nationally recognized design expertise
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration for comprehensive solutions
- Community-driven planning process with stakeholder engagement
- Regenerative design focused on climate resilience
Services
Landscape Architecture
We create functional, sustainable outdoor spaces through comprehensive site analysis and master planning. Our approach integrates ecological principles with user needs, delivering aesthetically pleasing environments that enhance property value and community well-being. Services include planting design, hardscape planning, and stormwater management solutions.
Urban Design
Our urban design services focus on creating walkable, human-centered environments that promote social interaction and economic vitality. We specialize in streetscape improvements, public space activation, and transit-oriented development that balances modern needs with historical context across various municipal scales.
Cultural Heritage
We preserve and revitalize culturally significant landscapes through meticulous research and sensitive design interventions. Our work documents historical narratives, protects architectural heritage, and creates interpretive elements that educate visitors while maintaining site authenticity and community identity.
Tourism Development
We develop tourism strategies that highlight regional assets while supporting local economies. Our approach creates cohesive visitor experiences through wayfinding systems, interpretive signage, and infrastructure improvements that balance accessibility with environmental stewardship across cultural and natural attractions.
Parks & Natural Areas
We design parks and protected natural areas that balance recreation needs with ecological conservation. Our expertise includes trail systems, playgrounds, and habitat restoration projects that create accessible, resilient public spaces while maintaining environmental integrity and promoting biodiversity.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily work in the Mid-Atlantic region but have completed projects across the United States.
What project types do you specialize in?
We focus on parks, trails, greenways, urban design, cultural heritage sites, and natural areas.
How do you involve communities in your projects?
We conduct stakeholder engagement sessions, public workshops, and collaborative design charrettes throughout the planning process.
What sustainability practices do you employ?
We use regenerative design principles, climate resilience strategies, and context-sensitive solutions to minimize environmental impact.
Are you involved in professional organizations?
Our team maintains active participation in landscape architecture and planning professional associations.
