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Lydia Chen
Professional Summary
Registered Landscape Architect with 9+ years of experience in urban design, parks/recreation, and sustainable site development. Led 30+ public and private projects ranging from $500k–$15M. Expertise in site planning, construction documentation, planting design, stormwater management (LID), and GIS. LEED AP (ND) certified.
Skills
Skills: AutoCAD Civil 3D, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), GIS (ArcGIS), Planting Design (Native, Drought‑Tolerant), Grading & Drainage, LID/BMP Design, Construction Documentation (CDs, Specs), Public Presentation & Entitlements
Work Experience
Senior Landscape Architect — SiteWorkshop Landscape Architecture
- Led design and construction administration for $8M waterfront park and $12M mixed‑use plaza projects; completed on time and under budget.
- Integrated LID (Low Impact Development) strategies (bioswales, rain gardens, permeable pavers) that reduced stormwater runoff by 35% exceeding city requirements.
- Achieved LEED Gold certification for 5 projects through sustainable site selection, water efficiency, and native planting design.
- Mentored 4 landscape designers and interns in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and planting design.
Landscape Designer — Swift Company
- Developed conceptual and construction documents for 15+ residential/commercial projects.
Education
Master of Landscape Architecture — University of Washington
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Environmental Design — Rhode Island School of Design
Certifications & Licenses
Licenses & Certifications
Registered Landscape Architect – Washington (WABO) | LEED AP (ND) | SITES Accredited Professional (AP) | CLARB Certified