services

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ANALYSIS

Site Analyses

Code/Regulatory Investigation

Pre-Development Test Fits

Feasibility Studies

Site Condition Assessments

GIS Mapping and Analysis

Tree + Vegetation Assessments

ENGAGEMENT

Stakeholder Facilitation

Web/Community Surveys

Community Meetings

Public Presentations

Neighborhood Listening Sessions

Design Charettes

Quasi-Judicial Hearings

Project Management

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PLANNING

Master Planning

Community Visioning

Land Use Planning

Site Plan Entitlements

Site Permitting

Rezonings

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DESIGN

Conceptual Design

Renderings and Animations

Schematic Design

Design Development

Construction Documents

Bid Period Assistance

Construction Observation

team

  • Graham Smith

    PRESIDENT + LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

    Virginia native; former Hokie wrestler; father of 2 daughters; husband to firm co-founder Leah; gained extensive experience working in VA, CO, AZ, and NC prior to launching Site Collaborative

    graham@sitecollaborative.com

  • Jose Rodriguez

    PRINCIPAL + LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

    Surfer; jiu jitsu enthusiast; father of 2, detail-oriented designer; chaser of knowledge about how the world works; brings unique expertise from his time working in the Caribbean, FL, CA, and NC

    jose@sitecollaborative.com

  • Emily Rothrock Cannady

    SENIOR ASSOCIATE + LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

    Grew up in PA; schooled in VA (yes, VT….); worked in VA Beach; migrated to the Triangle; married recently; always seeking design challenges and insight about the natural world.

    emily@sitecollaborative.com

  • Elizabeth Wilcox

    PLANNER + PROJECT MANAGER

    Passionate about well-designed places, all things Durham, and Tar Heels basketball

    elizabeth@sitecollaborative.com

  • Dante Brewer

    ASSOCIATE

    Born and raised in the Bull City, former right-handed pitcher, Tar Heels hoops fan, and overall sports lover

    dante@sitecollaborative.com

  • Randy Thomas

    SENIOR DESIGNER

    City of Oaks native son, father, grandfather (7x!!), and a long-time contributor to the Raleigh landscape architecture scene

    randy@sitecollaborative.com

  • Elle Hinman

    DESIGNER

    New Jersey native, succulent grower, VT graduate, cat fan, and office techie

    elle@sitecollaborative.com

  • Charlotte Robinson

    BOOKKEEPER

    Open road traveler, financial whiz, Raleigh-native, new mom, and collaborative team player

    accounting@sitecollaborative.com

recognition

 
  • 2016: Greater Triangle Stewardship Award: Robertson Millpond Preserve (prime consultant)

  • 2017: Greater Triangle Stewardship Award: Wooten Meadow Park Master Plan (prime consultant)

  • 2017: Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women Community Enhancement Award: Sassafras Playground (prime consultant)

  • 2017: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (community impact) – Sassafras All Children’s Playground (prime consultant)

  • 2017: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (rehabilitation/renovation) - Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina (site consultant)

  • 2020: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (commercial development) – Gateway Plaza (site prime consultant)

  • 2020: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (rehabilitation/renovation) – Longleaf Hotel (site prime consultant)

  • 2020: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (rehabilitation/renovation) – Preservation NC Headquarters (landscape consultant)

  • 2021: Blue Ridge Corridor Alliance Award (development project of year) - Lake Boone Shopping Center Redevelopment (site consultant)

  • 2021: Raleigh Environmental Awards (commercial enterprise) - Gateway Plaza (site prime consultant)

  • 2023: Raleigh Environmental Awards (commercial enterprise) - Care First Animal Hospital (site prime consultant)

  • 2023: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (landscape project) - Wooten Meadow Park (prime consultant)

  • 2025: Sir Walter Raleigh Community Appearance Award (new project) - Baileywick Park Court Sports Facility (site prime consultant)

  • 2025: Virginia Parks & Recreation Society Award (best new facility) - Third Avenue Splashpad (prime consultant)