Valerian Celebrates 20th Year In Business!

A sincere "Thank You" to all of our clients and various project team members. We couldn't have done it without you!
-- Susan

From concept to completion, we handle all the details.

Landscape Architecture
Inspiring outdoor spaces are vital components of thriving communities and cities. Valerian draws on the site's history and context to create a memorable and engaging outdoor experience that becomes part of daily living. We collaborate with educational outreach organizations, scientists, architects, and others to design county campgrounds, private outdoor education facilities, as well as nature preserves in rural settings or within the urban fabric. These projects encourage children and adults to appreciate the natural world. We have developed special expertise in the design of parks and open spaces, recreation facilities, plazas, campuses, residential and commercial developments, and environmentally restored landscapes.

Master Planning
One of the mainstays of Valerian's professional practice has been our master planning capabilities for designing places to live, work, and play. Our proven planning process enables us to formulate the client's program and the existing site conditions into a workable, implementable solution that is successful in the marketplace. Valerian has master planned projects large and small, from individual landowners to mixed-use projects. From commercial, residential, parks and recreation areas to downtown urban design projects, Valerian is a team player creating distinctive environments for people.

Urban Design
Valerian strives to develop towns and cities in a way that increases the quality of life for residents by enhancing the aesthetic qualities of the community and bringing about economic vitality. This is based on the belief that good urban design will intrinsically add value, instill pride, and enhance a sense of community. The American downtown is where we gather to interact, celebrate, watch, protest, and remember. The purpose of good urban design is to bring economic viability back to these areas; working within the context of what exists and providing value, character, and an identity for the community and create a sense of place.