Buildings and residences won’t look so appealing without landscaping elements around them. That’s what the Landscape Architect does. Trained to subdue nature to conform to visual treats that complement man-made structures inside and out, landscape architects harness their artistry, creativity, architectural skills and an understanding of ornamental botany and soils to sculpt and conserve natural environments to deliver both aesthetics and function. A resume for the position calls for a portfolio of landscape works.
Landscape Architect CV Template
Deborah C. Henson
Cable St., Lancaster, England
Phone: 01523-789342
Objective
To be a landscape architect specializing in resorts and golf courses in a major architectural or residential interior firm
Summary of Qualification
- Almost 16 years of experience as landscape architect with the last 7 years as a freelance landscape architect.
- Portfolio of landscaping projects available during the interview
- Excellent training in gardening and horticulture as well as communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional Experience / Career History
2003 – Present: Freelance Landscape Architect
- Design landscaping concept options for parks, resorts and golf courses based on location terrain from aerial photographs
- Prepare Photoshop and 3D renditions of landscaping proposals to project management and clients for approval
1995 – 2003: Landscape Architect, Fenwick & Associates
- Travel to sites to be landscaped and discuss with clients landscaping specifics and objectives and budgets
- Confer with land surveyors and discuss technical feasibility of landscaping implementation.
- Use computerized design tools to develop landscape features, materials and cost estimates for client approval
Education
2000 – Present: Various in-house trainings and seminars on landscaping architecture trends
1990 – 2001: MS in landscape Architecture, University of Central Lancashire
1992 – 1995: Bachelor of Science in Architecture, University of Plymouth
Professional reference will be furnished upon request.