Led by Landscape Architect Robert Gilmore, GLA creates beautiful landscapes that are simple + bold.

Rob earned a Master in Landscape Architecture from Harvard's Graduate School of Design in 2002. Prior to this, while pursuing a BFA at the University of Michigan (1998) he realized that a passion for making art could be combined with a deep appreciation for the beauty and subtley of nature.

His first summer job was as an Apprentice to a Master Carpenter. There he began a life-long appreciation of craft:

  "I began to develop an eye for sound structure and technique, and I was taught to have a certain respect for the material I was working with.  This goes for carpentry as it does for making landscapes - with structure, technique and craft good design can be realized across landscapes of all scales" 

His love of Landscape Architecture lies in the process of working closely with the Client to discover the unique voice that emerges when site opportunities and Client goals converge. He encourages the use of native plants and sustainable design practices. This approach is not just good for the environment - it keeps more money in the Owner's pockets as maintenance costs are reduced or eliminated.

Before launching GLA in 2009 Rob served as Senior Project Manager for Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates and Gregory Lombardi Design, both in Cambridge, MA, and as a landscape designer for the Olin Studio in Philadelphia, PA.

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  • Mieke joined GLA in 2013 and really gets into her work. She holds a Master in Architecture and has a designer's eye for detail and a commitment to craft.Mieke joined GLA in 2013 and really gets into her work. She holds a Master in Architecture and has a designer's eye for detail and a commitment to craft.
  • Ian joined GLA in 2015 with a Master in Landscape Architecture. He is the driving force behind the succesful installation of our custom designs, and understands what makes healthy landscapes thrive.Ian joined GLA in 2015 with a Master in Landscape Architecture. He is the driving force behind the succesful installation of our custom designs, and understands what makes healthy landscapes thrive.
  • Dan is a student of Architecture who really digs his plants. Dan is a student of Architecture who really digs his plants.
  • Fernando brings his passion for resilience and sustainability to everything he designs and builds.Fernando brings his passion for resilience and sustainability to everything he designs and builds.
  • Liam is a rock-steady builder of custom landscapes.Liam is a rock-steady builder of custom landscapes.
  • James helps keep track of the numbers when not assisting in the field. James helps keep track of the numbers when not assisting in the field.
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