Today we’d like to introduce you to John Feldman. They and their team shared their story with us below:
A native of Los Angeles, John Feldman is a licensed Landscape Architect in California. He studied at the College of Architecture and Environmental Design at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture.
Before beginning his professional career, John embarked on an extensive overseas study program, traveling throughout China and Southeast Asia. Through both his individual study and collaboration with professional offices and universities, he sought to explore, in-depth, the social and cultural impacts on architecture, urban planning, and the natural environment.
John enjoyed his tenure while at some of the most prolific design firms in Los Angeles. As Director of the Landscape Studio at KAA Design Group, he directed all aspects of design, management, and construction administration for the range of opportunities at the firm. John credits having honed his skills in design and theories in “regional contextualism” while at the firm Nancy Goslee Power and Associates. In addition to strong business skills developed while having formerly operated the firm Garness|Feldman – Architecture and Landscape, Feldman brings extensive international design experience from having completed landscape projects in many countries around the world.
John has been involved in a wide range of project types, including commercial retail, street improvements, museum and institutional, public open spaces, multi-family housing/mixed-use planning, residential gardens, and estate master planning. His skills uniquely reflect the diversity of his experience and his ability to provide expertise in design, public relations, technical problem-solving, scheduling, and budgeting issues.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
Running a studio is never easy, but we’ve learned something from all the challenges and get better every year as a result.
We’ve been impressed with Ecocentrix Landscape Architecture, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Ecocentrix Landscape Architecture is a full-service firm that creates luxury exterior environments for single-family and multi-family residences, and iconic commercial spaces in Los Angeles and throughout Southern California. The Ecocentrix ethos focuses on the interaction of nature with the constructed form, seamlessly creating environments that are both elegant and comfortable. We believe that quality of life is a reflection of the quality of one’s landscape. Located in Santa Monica, we take pride in the rich and complex terrain of Southern California. Every site is unique in both need and opportunity, and we love the challenge of perfecting the art of outdoor living.
Ecocentrix Landscape Architecture enjoys multidisciplinary collaborations with the design industry’s top talent, including respected architects, interior designers, and developers. Whether working with our valued clients or trade professionals, we pride ourselves on a holistic approach to feasibility, design, and development. Our process is collaborative and creative, and we believe it shows in our work.
Is there something surprising that you feel even people who know you might not know about?
We were founded on Earth Day 2006. That’s 17 years!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ecocentrix.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecocentrix.landscape
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-feldman-78a83516
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