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Combining 25 years of innovative landscape design experience with a rare expertise in applied ecology I deliver both policy advice and high quality environmental projects that are bio-diverse, multi-functional and frequently award winning. The 2013 Landscape Institute Award for Beam Parklands, Dagenham working with consultants ARUP is the most recent example. I am passionate about robust site appraisal shaping environmentally sensitive, visionary and imaginative concepts that embed sustainable design principles early in projects. I am a powerful advocate of health, well being and biodiversity benefits of the 'naturalistic' green space component of flood risk management projects. I am committed to connecting people with nature, positive team working, am experienced in community engagement and actively use sketch graphics to ensure a dynamic, efficient and effective design process. My recent portfolio includes the detail design of London's newest urban wetland, the re-planning of SPA designated common land to balance the demands of recreation, heathland wildlife and woodland character, enhancing city parks for flood defence, people and wildlife and the design of new native woodland to fit within some of England's most valuable and protected landscapes.Specialisms:Design leadership / managing consultantsSite appraisal / concept developmentDesigning with nature / planting designWetland habitat creation / water environmentWoodland and forest designBirds, ecology, habitat managementUrban green space regenerationEngaging and inspiring peopleEIA/SEA

Listed skills include Water, Environmental Awareness, Ecology, Environmental Management Systems, and 30 others.