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William Pritchard

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🌿 From a neglected meadow to an urban oasis! Ou

🌿 From a neglected meadow to an urban oasis! Our site planning & design magic at Plum Point Park transformed a once despoiled 5-acre riverside gem into a haven of natural beauty. Embracing the Elizabeth River, our vision revitalized the space, blending shoreline restoration, native flora, and urban amenities seamlessly. Meticulously preserving open meadows and mature trees, we crafted a playground, kayak launch, and labyrinth in 2019, turning dreams into reality. ✨ Plum Point Park: Where urban meets nature in perfect harmony!

We are thrilled to have been part of an incredible

We are thrilled to have been part of an incredible journey with HRSD, where we transformed Woodstock Park into a hub of innovation and sustainability! Our team, as well as several others, worked tirelessly to seamlessly integrate a 5-million-gallon tank and facility into this strategic location, under a skate park, allowing for the redirection of flows while preserving the uniqueness of this community space. With a redesigned skate arena nestled into the landscape, to educational signage, exhibits, playground, and picnic area, Woodstock Park now embodies sustainability and utility in harmony. 🛹🏞️

HRSD Providence Road Pressure Station: Collaborati

HRSD Providence Road Pressure Station: Collaborating with Kimley-Horn, Guernsey Tingle Architects, and RK&K, we've crafted a vision of simplistic charm and functionality. With a timber fencing backdrop, the plant screen will grow to bring a touch of residential charm to this pump station project. We're committed to HRSD's green initiatives, transforming gravel into lush plant palettes. The multi-tiered boundary screen, adorned with evergreen accents, offers both privacy and beauty. The heartwood cedar fence, a true masterpiece of design, invites the eye to explore every dimension. 🌿🏡

Stepping into The Martin Luther King Jr. and Hampt

Stepping into The Martin Luther King Jr. and Hampton Heroes Plaza, we’re struck by the privilege of crafting a living tribute to courage and sacrifice. Every element, from the towering trees to the play of light, tells a story of resilience. As a landscape architects, it's humbling to see how our craft helps bridge past and present, creating spaces that inspire reflection. This plaza is more than concrete and greenery; it's a beacon of hope and a reminder that heroism endures.

The Francis Land House, dating back to the 1630s,

The Francis Land House, dating back to the 1630s, holds a rich history on its 7-acre site. Built in 1805 by Francis Land VI, a prominent plantation owner, it features Georgian-style architecture and Federal-style interiors. Recognized on both VA Landmarks and US Nat'l Historic Registers since 1975, it's now a city-owned museum.⁣Facing challenges like ADA compliance and structural issues, a local architecture firm, in collaboration with WPL, undertook comprehensive renovations. This included expanding parking, adding a versatile picnic shelter, enhancing drainage, revitalizing a well feature, realigning walkways and gardens, and creating inviting spaces. Together, they're preserving history while ensuring accessibility for generations to come.

Embracing the golden hues of nature in Virginia Be

Embracing the golden hues of nature in Virginia Beach, VA! Did you know that this coastal gem is adorned with vibrant Goldenrod plants, painting the landscape with their radiant blooms? 🌾 Fun fact: These native beauties not only add charm to the scenery but also play a crucial role in supporting local pollinators. Let's celebrate the natural wonders of our coastal haven! 🌊✨

As a design team sub-consultant for the Blair Midd

As a design team sub-consultant for the Blair Middle School updates, WPL led landscape architecture, and land surveying for the historic Ghent neighborhood project. Our site feasibility studies guided the expansion to preserve the heritage, while our land planning seamlessly integrated the urban context. Our landscape architectural design enhanced the outdoor spaces. With two years of construction administration, WPL ensured quality and timelines, contributing to the modernized school's harmonious blend within the heart of Ghent's historic neighborhood.

Nurturing nature's canvas in the Birdneck Point Ne

Nurturing nature's canvas in the Birdneck Point Neighborhood! Our planting plan is an blooming masterpiece of timeless colors and textures. From vibrant azaleas to elegant shade trees, we've carefully crafted a haven that embraces beauty and biodiversity.

Revolutionizing parking lots for a cleaner world!

Revolutionizing parking lots for a cleaner world! This CBPA site, a brainchild of WPL in collaboration with Lynnhaven River NOW, showcases ingenious design. It seamlessly integrates a 200-foot shoreline with a modern parking lot, meeting stormwater regulations and landscape standards. With a canopy of trees shading every parking spot (eventually), the permeable pavement absorbs rainwater, nurturing the earth and preventing pollution. Join us in celebrating this project that's championing eco-friendly innovation and safeguarding our community's waterways. 💙🌊

The Seatack Elementary School garden underwent a r

The Seatack Elementary School garden underwent a remarkable transformation thanks to generous donors, like @Pharrell Williams and Virginia Natural Gas. Inspired by the students' ideas, WPL helped create a new garden masterplan. With Visionscapes of Virginia Beach as the contractor, the garden was completed on April 26, 2019, as part of the Something In the Water festival.The redesigned garden tripled the schools existing gardening space and featured edible tree species, pollinator shrubs, an improved arbor gateway, an outdoor classroom, a new greenhouse, a gathering circle, compost bins, and artwork pieces. It served as an important educational space for the school and community, with harvested fruits and vegetables used in the school's cafeteria to teach students about food origins.

The importance of lighting your home landscape can

The importance of lighting your home landscape cannot be overstated. Beyond its practical benefits, it has a profound impact on multiple aspects of your living experience. Lighting design sets the mood and ambiance, creating an enchanting atmosphere for relaxation, entertainment, and intimate gatherings. For example, the interplay of soft illuminations, highlighted focal points, and gentle shadows evoke a sense of tranquility. Illuminated pathways, patio areas, and seating zones enable you to comfortably navigate outdoor areas long after dark, providing a seamless transition between your indoor and outdoor living environments. Well-designed lighting enhances the visual appeal of your property, increasing its overall value and curb appeal, and a thoughtfully lit landscape can be used to showcase architectural features, lush greenery, or hardscape elements. In essence, investing in lighting your home landscape enhances your quality of life, adds value to your property, and creates endless possibilities for outdoor living and entertainment.

Flower power vibes outside the WPL office! 🌼💚 Embracing the summer sun and blooming with joy. 🌞✨ #SummertimeLove #OfficeOasis #FlowerPower #WPLSiteDesign #WorkLife #OfficeGarden

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