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We seek clients who recognize planning and community design is not only an art but also a science based on cold hard facts. Every aspect of your project will be subject to a critical management review, from the signing of a clear and fair agreement, to well-coordinated documents, and timely delivery.
Our team draws on vast “rubber-meets-road” experience to justify our design decisions- the result being beautiful, economically-minded designs that turn into beloved community spaces.
Bob is responsible for project management, quality, and delivery. A University of Idaho graduate, he offers 42 years of professional practice as a landscape architect on a wide range of projects across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. A practical leader and ally, he has brought hundreds of projects to fruition across the pacific northwest; he has even designed the most Northern located park, and the most Western located park in the Nation, ask him about it! Bob is motivated by the challenge of maximizing taxpayer funds through creative, resourceful, and responsible design. Over the years you may have seen him serving on urban design commissions and art juries for many different municipal agencies. Bob’s therapy consists of goofing around with his grandkids and fly fishing for sea run cutthroat trout and silver salmon in Alaskan estuaries. Here’s one of his favorite inspirational quotes, “Success is always in the details” – Bill Marriott
Likes
Black Labs (Gracie Mae), Lost Coast rivers, skiing, Ice Age Floods, geomorphology, insects
Dislikes
Traffic, know-it-alls, liars, reality shows
If you could have any superhero power, what power would you have and why?
My superpower would be self-controlled aerial propulsion, AKA, Flying. This superpower allows me to be somewhere quick to help out, access job sites, and go to just about any river for fishing.
Heidi is responsible for billing, HR, marketing, project organization, business management, and keeping all of our ducks in a row. Since staring RWD in 1992 she claims her “multitude of tasks has multiplied”. She is hard-working, makes the best of any situation, and challenges everyone to learn and grow. Heidi is inspired by her business partner and husband Bob Droll who is honest and true; and she is motivated by the staff at RWD who are small but mighty. RWD gives her the flexibility to help care for her growing grandchildren, here’s what she says, “Grandparenting is an experience to put a name on it. I am grateful to have this opportunity.”
Likes
Getting lost in my garden; Tennis; Warm sandy beaches (especially in Florida and Hawaii); skiing, Discovering the world through my grandkid’s eyes
Dislikes
Not too many things but I do not like sushi or even going into a sushi restaurant even if they have non-sushi choices
What was the last gift you gave someone?
The gift I most like to give someone is my time and a smile
For most of his 30+ year career, Don has designed and managed the construction of parks and athletic facilities across the United States; and has worked on an impressive range and scale of competitive athletic facilities for Olympic, NFL, NCAA, MLS, US Soccer, Women’s World Cup, major and minor league baseball, interscholastic, and communitiy clients, among many other organizations. His motivation is the pursuit of providing fair and equitable playing experiences for all ages and abilities. In his personal time, Don competes in Highland Games Heavy Athletics, and spends time outdoors as far away from civilization as possible. He is a US Forest Service-trained crosscut and chainsaw instructor, and spends countless hours each year clearing and maintaining our state trails for the Washington Trails Association, the Pacific Crest Trail Association, the Backcountry Horsemen of Washington. Here’s one of his favorite quotes, “Some people come to the woods because they don’t fit in anywhere else. Some people come to the woods because they just love being there. I guess I’m somewhere in between.” – Ray Lewis ‘The Last Alaskans’
Likes
Highland Games Athletics, Tossing the Caber, Throwing the Hammer, volunteer trail maintenance, backpacking, snowshoeing, and sea kayking.
Dislikes
CLARB Council of Landscape Architectural Licensing Board, people with no self-awareness.
If you could choose one song to play every time you walked into a room for the rest of your life, what song would you choose and why?
“All My Days” by Alex Murdoch. It touches my soul like no other – goes right to the heart of my self-awareness.
Phil is responsible for design production and project management. A graduate of Washington State University, he is passionate about creating well-loved public spaces that deliver enduring value for the community. His experience includes design and permitting work on public parks, sports fields, commercial developments, and apartment buildings across Washington. Outside of the office, Phil enjoys hiking, paddleboarding, and gardening.
Likes
Windowsill gardening, picnic tables with good views, old street trees
Dislikes
Horror movies, cold rain, cottage cheese
You have to sing karaoke, what song do you pick?
Any Dolly Parton song… Tennessee Mountain Home? Here You Come Again?
Ann is responsible for design, production, and marketing. A graduate of UW, she has worked on a diverse range of projects including athletic facilities, tribal developments, housing for underserved people, and culturally reflective parks and playgrounds. She finds it rewarding to be part of the orchestration of a project, from conception to construction; but the most rewarding part of her work is seeing how our projects benefit a community’s health and well-being. Ann has many interests; with a ‘jack of all trades’ type of personality, she would try anything at least once. A few of her hobbies include foraging, cooking, and DIY projects. She also enjoys traveling and loves being immersed in different cultures and experiences. One of her favorite quotes that she tries to incorporate in work and life is, “If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” – Albert Einstein
Likes
When you laugh so hard you cry, new adventures and experiences, swimming and gardening
Dislikes
Waiting in line
How do you think people would communicate in a perfect world?
Telepathy. You would never have to guess what someone was thinking… but it might be good if we could turn this on and off.
Jonah is responsible for design production and project management. He has a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture and a Masters degree in Environmental Design, both from Michigan State University. He has direct experience in the field, installing residential and commercial landscapes and sitework. Jonah entered the profession to be both a steward of the earth and to create places for the enjoyment and health of others. His masters research focused on the mental health benefits of outdoor spaces; and his design work aims to increase the health of the earth as well as the physical and mental health of the sites users. In his spare time, Jonah enjoys traveling both domestically and abroad, as well as spending as much time as possible doing outdoor recreation such as backpacking, hunting, and hiking. One of Jonah’s favorite quotes is “Never stop exploring.” A reminder to never stagnate and to constantly strive to be learning new things, finding new places, and having new experiences.
Likes
Almost all outdoor recreation activities, as well as video, board, and table top games. Enjoys traveling, projects such as building furniture, landscape installation, or home improvements. As well as music and almost all food that includes cheese.
Dislikes
Traffic, hot and humid weather, and repetitive music
What’s your favorite way to get in some exercise?
My favorite way to exercise is to go backpacking, the gym isn’t for me and backpacking gets me both outside and is also a great work out.
Kuan is responsible for design production. He has a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from the University of Washington. Before joining the team, he had worked on many residential projects in Portland and the greater Seattle area. Having grown up in East Asia, he aims to bring his unique perspective to the team. During his free time, Kuan likes to design furniture and small objects using cardboard. The styles that inspire Kuan the most are Art Deco, Art Nouveau, and Arts and Crafts.
Likes
Urban Parks, Zen Gardens, Wondering in a city at night taking pictures and enjoying the quietness of a city.
Dislikes
Mosquitos
If you had a time machine, would you travel to the future or back to the past?
The idea of traveling to the future and knowing what lies ahead, yet being unable to change it, makes me feel vulnerable. That’s why I prefer to travel back to the past.
