land planning
merge studio strives to first consider the social, economical and ecological impact and benefits for the long-term use of a site before moving on to other phases of design. Therefore, research and planning are essential first phases of each and every project, including:
// inventory, analysis + program development
// grading, drainage + stormwater assessment/water harvesting
// landscape + habitat assessment
// zoning values + community development
// public improvement + infrastructure values