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We collaborate with other firms and lead our own landscape architecture projects.

Zāle Design is located in the unceded Coast Salish territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations, in the area also called Vancouver, BC. We recognize that on-going work to decolonize our landscapes and our landscape architectural practices is vital in creating truly healthy spaces. 

Zale design studio process

Kristina Zālite

Landscape Architect MBCSLA

Over the span of more than 18 years, I have provided excellent design, details, and related documents with Nunavut Territorial Parks Department, Zeidler Partnership Architects, Jonathan Losee Ltd, Prospect & Refuge Landscape Architects, and my sole proprietorship, Zāle Design.

The Vancouver School Board Outdoor Playbook cites three of Kristina’s design projects as part of their Inspirational Projects & Sensational Schools. Norma Rose Point Elementary is recognized for its sensational stormwater management design and integration into childhood curriculum; Hastings Park Elementary is recognized for its small scale impact; and Laura Secord Elementary is recognized for its integration of hardscape areas and planted areas.

With my trusted network of collaborators and consultants, we create landscapes for schools, homeowners, places of worship, municipalities and other valued clients. Zāle Design landscapes are built to naturally buffer environmental stressors, while elevating inclusive and accessible design principles. The local Coastal Western Hemlock biogeoclimatic forest ecosystems are a constant source of my firm's inspiration to co-create healthy native-plant-rich urban landscapes. 

Collaborators

SOM Landscape Design
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Alex Lerner Landscape Design
Prospect & Refuge Landscape Architects
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Services

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DESIGN & PLANNING:

  • Schematic and conceptual landscape design

  • Layout, grading and drainage design

  • Planting design

  • Detailed construction documentation

  • Preparation for municipal permit submissions

  • Plant and materials sourcing

  • Ecological restoration planning

  • Green infrastructure, biofiltration & bioswale design

  • Labyrinth & healing garden design

  • Garden consultation

CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION:

  • Field review

  • Cost estimates for landscape construction

  • Construction documentation

  • Construction contract administration

  • LEED submittal documentation

ZĀLE DESIGN 2025

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