STUDIO HIP is a design collaborative which partners Landscape Architects and Designers, Environmental Educators, Artists and Certified Arborists in the pursuit of creative place making, innovative master planning efforts, recreational open space design and implementation. We are a woman owned business lead by design professionals who bring to the firm over thirty-five years of award winning design and technical expertise in the field of landscape architecture. Our goals are to promote healthier communities through environmental education, design excellence, sustainability, storm water management and art in the landscape. Community outreach and collaboration is at the core to our work. We strongly believe that communities should be active participants in the design of their neighborhoods. We listen to their needs and advocate for their voices to be heard.
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Studio HIP promotes environmentally responsible design and through thoughtful analysis of each site’s unique ecology and through our in depth knowledge of the inherent opportunities and constraints of development initiatives we craft sustainable solutions. Studio HIP’s success is based on maximizing a sites’ potential both environmentally, horticulturally, artistically and balancing those design objectives without losing site of constructability, Affordability and long term maintainability. We work diligently on behalf of communities protecting trees and promoting canopy cover.
Sustainable Design
At STUDIO HIP, we believe that thriving ecosystems are the foundation of thriving communities. Clean air, fresh water, nourishing food, and accessible green spaces are not luxuries—they are vital to our health and well-being. Biodiversity doesn’t just sustain the environment; it nurtures our mental health, enriches our lives, and deepens our connection to the places we call home.
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Our work is grounded in decades of expertise in ecological design. From pollinator-friendly habitats and multi-season planting strategies to the use of diverse native species, we create resilient, living systems that extend beyond project boundaries to support neighborhood- and city-wide nature networks. In dense urban environments, where open ground is limited, we transform vertical and rooftop spaces into dynamic green infrastructure. Green roofs and living walls are more than beautiful—they cool buildings, clean the air, manage stormwater, and offer vital habitat for wildlife.
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We see native landscapes as powerful educational tools. Whether it’s a schoolyard or a cultural campus, outdoor environments can inspire learning and spark curiosity. STUDIO HIP designs immersive spaces that invite exploration and interaction—think vibrant signage, playful art, custom furnishings, and elements like book nooks, seating, and stages that bring lessons to life outdoors. Every project is an opportunity to restore the bond between people and nature—intentionally, beautifully, and with lasting impact.
OUR SERVICES
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning and Creative Place Making
Site Analysis
Open Space Design
Construction Documentation
Estimates of Probable Cost
Construction Administration
Certified Arborist Services
Community Engagement
