Pihamaa Stuudio Landscape Architects
Landscape architecture and studies preceding construction projects for developments and construction projects
Landscape architecture and studies preceding construction projects for developments and construction projects
We help property developers, project managers and architects address issues regarding outdoor space, between existing vegetation, housing and utility networks at an early stage—before they result in costly changes, additional work or delays during the building permit application process.
We provide reliable studies preceding construction as a basis for design and create landscape design that bring the building, accessibility, vegetation, stormwater, technical solutions and users’ needs together into one carefully considered design.
The result is a more valuable development, a smoother design process and a stronger architectural concept.
For Property Developers
We help you make the right decisions about outdoor space while they can still be influenced within a reasonable timeframe and budget.
Studies preceding construction reveal the opportunities and constraints of the site at an early stage, while a carefully considered landscape design helps turn the values of the existing environment into a deliberate strength of the development.
Clear baseline information and early decisions reduce the number of design changes and the risk of additional costs arising from them, resulting in an outdoor space that strengthens the development’s identity, attractiveness and sales value.
For Lead Designers and Project Managers
We help keep outdoor-space-related matters under control throughout the design process.
We identify conflicts between vegetation, buildings, utility networks, movement patterns, grading and other specialist disciplines at an early stage.
Clear baseline information and an integrated solution reduce rework, additional time spent during the building permit application process and the project management workload, while helping to minimise the risk of delays to the agreed schedule.
For Architects
We help preserve the integrity of the architectural idea beyond the building itself.
We connect the architectural concept with the existing vegetation, character of the site, movement patterns, stormwater and other elements of the outdoor space, and identify potential conflicts while the solutions can still be influenced.
The result is a cohesive conceptual whole in which the building and outdoor space work together and the landscape design reinforces the architectural idea.
How can we contribute to the success of your project?
- Landscape design
We bring the building, accessibility, vegetation, stormwater and users’ needs together into one integrated whole. - Woody plants survey
We provide reliable baseline information for design regarding the value, condition and retention potential of the existing vegetation. - Herbaceous plants survey
We identify habitat types, nature conservation values and potential constraints before design decisions are made. - Tree protection measures for construction
We resolve conflicts between the proposed design and vegetation to be retained before construction begins on site. - Maintenance plan for landscape
We help ensure that the designed outdoor space retains its quality and functionality throughout long-term use after completion.
Why Pihamaa Stuudio?
Working with us reduces the risks of design changes, additional work and schedule
delays, while creating an outdoor space that generates value for both the
development and the end user.
When designing outdoor spaces, we identify potential conflicts between different disciplines at an early stage, when changes can still be made with less time and cost.
We help make well-founded decisions based on professional knowledge and experience
Our team holds the professional qualifications of Chartered Landscape Architect, Level 7; Dendrologist, Level 5; and Arborist, Level 4, and also holds a heritage protection and conservation licence.
We integrate the outdoor space and the building into one functional and conceptual whole
What kind of outdoor spaces do we create?
We create outdoor spaces where people can live healthier lives, communities are connected, and the environment continues to function in a changing climate.
We take into account the needs of users of different ages and abilities and create spaces that are accessible, intuitive and enabling. Well-designed outdoor spaces encourage physical activity, provide opportunities for meeting and social interaction, and support mental wellbeing.
To support climate change adaptation, we take the natural water cycle into account, create opportunities for on-site stormwater management, and use a range of measures to mitigate the urban heat island effect and support biodiversity.