Leonard Rodrigues
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Kenneth W. Buck, MICF, ACC, EACC, BCSLA, OALA, CSLA
Len and I worked together at Stantec in Vancouver, both of us in Senior Leadership roles. I didn't have the opportunity to work with Len directly on projects, although came to know him well through the preparation of numerous multidisciplinary campus/project proposals. I have always been impressed with Len's enlightened, holistic approach to his work generally, and specifically, his understanding and appreciation for the synergistic function of his Landscape Architects throughout the entire design process. Unlike many Architects I've experienced, Len purposefully creates a creative, collaborative atmosphere for his entire project team to generate their best, uninhibited work. This attitude speaks volumes to me about the "apropos" quality of Len's design solutions!
Karl Swannie
Len is an unusually innovative problem solver, solution designer and visionary. I have had the great fortune of working with him on several projects with Stantec, including the Stantec Asset Management System (SAMS), which he conceptualized and led. Len has a breadth of knowledge that allows him to participate in any domain, yet his specialized skills in "the hard stuff" are truly compelling. Len sees the big picture where others can’t, and resolves issues with a combination of strong business acumen, product management and leadership. Without reservation, I recommend Len to govern any project.
Kenneth W. Buck, MICF, ACC, EACC, BCSLA, OALA, CSLA
Len and I worked together at Stantec in Vancouver, both of us in Senior Leadership roles. I didn't have the opportunity to work with Len directly on projects, although came to know him well through the preparation of numerous multidisciplinary campus/project proposals. I have always been impressed with Len's enlightened, holistic approach to his work generally, and specifically, his understanding and appreciation for the synergistic function of his Landscape Architects throughout the entire design process. Unlike many Architects I've experienced, Len purposefully creates a creative, collaborative atmosphere for his entire project team to generate their best, uninhibited work. This attitude speaks volumes to me about the "apropos" quality of Len's design solutions!
Karl Swannie
Len is an unusually innovative problem solver, solution designer and visionary. I have had the great fortune of working with him on several projects with Stantec, including the Stantec Asset Management System (SAMS), which he conceptualized and led. Len has a breadth of knowledge that allows him to participate in any domain, yet his specialized skills in "the hard stuff" are truly compelling. Len sees the big picture where others can’t, and resolves issues with a combination of strong business acumen, product management and leadership. Without reservation, I recommend Len to govern any project.
Kenneth W. Buck, MICF, ACC, EACC, BCSLA, OALA, CSLA
Len and I worked together at Stantec in Vancouver, both of us in Senior Leadership roles. I didn't have the opportunity to work with Len directly on projects, although came to know him well through the preparation of numerous multidisciplinary campus/project proposals. I have always been impressed with Len's enlightened, holistic approach to his work generally, and specifically, his understanding and appreciation for the synergistic function of his Landscape Architects throughout the entire design process. Unlike many Architects I've experienced, Len purposefully creates a creative, collaborative atmosphere for his entire project team to generate their best, uninhibited work. This attitude speaks volumes to me about the "apropos" quality of Len's design solutions!
Karl Swannie
Len is an unusually innovative problem solver, solution designer and visionary. I have had the great fortune of working with him on several projects with Stantec, including the Stantec Asset Management System (SAMS), which he conceptualized and led. Len has a breadth of knowledge that allows him to participate in any domain, yet his specialized skills in "the hard stuff" are truly compelling. Len sees the big picture where others can’t, and resolves issues with a combination of strong business acumen, product management and leadership. Without reservation, I recommend Len to govern any project.
Kenneth W. Buck, MICF, ACC, EACC, BCSLA, OALA, CSLA
Len and I worked together at Stantec in Vancouver, both of us in Senior Leadership roles. I didn't have the opportunity to work with Len directly on projects, although came to know him well through the preparation of numerous multidisciplinary campus/project proposals. I have always been impressed with Len's enlightened, holistic approach to his work generally, and specifically, his understanding and appreciation for the synergistic function of his Landscape Architects throughout the entire design process. Unlike many Architects I've experienced, Len purposefully creates a creative, collaborative atmosphere for his entire project team to generate their best, uninhibited work. This attitude speaks volumes to me about the "apropos" quality of Len's design solutions!
Karl Swannie
Len is an unusually innovative problem solver, solution designer and visionary. I have had the great fortune of working with him on several projects with Stantec, including the Stantec Asset Management System (SAMS), which he conceptualized and led. Len has a breadth of knowledge that allows him to participate in any domain, yet his specialized skills in "the hard stuff" are truly compelling. Len sees the big picture where others can’t, and resolves issues with a combination of strong business acumen, product management and leadership. Without reservation, I recommend Len to govern any project.
Credentials
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NCARB
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)May, 1996- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Thinkspace Architecture Planning Interior Design Ltd.
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Canada
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Principal
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Apr 2014 - Present
Educational Facility Planning, Campus Planning, Strategic and Innovation Planning and Asset Management Educational Facility Planning, Campus Planning, Strategic and Innovation Planning and Asset Management
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Stantec
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Canada
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Design Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Principal
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Jan 2008 - Nov 2013
Leader for Post secondary consulting services Leader for Post secondary consulting services
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University of Alberta
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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University Architect
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Sep 2003 - Dec 2008
Responsible for programming, planning, allocation and management of 14million SF of space. Also directed consulting teams in programming, and campus architecture. Responsible for programming, planning, allocation and management of 14million SF of space. Also directed consulting teams in programming, and campus architecture.
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WSAG Architects
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Edmonton
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Architect
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1992 - 2002
This firm is a name change from Wensley Spotowki Architectural Group. This firm is a name change from Wensley Spotowki Architectural Group.
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Wensley Spotowski Architecural Group
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Edmonton, Canada
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Architect
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1984 - 1991
Wensley Webster Rodrigues merged with Bell Spotowski Architects Wensley Webster Rodrigues merged with Bell Spotowski Architects
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Dennis Christianson Architect Ltd.
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Edmonton
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Architect
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1981 - 1983
Design Architect Design Architect
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City of Calgary
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Planner
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1978 - 1981
On the planning team for the Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan. Also appointed head of Urban Design for the City. On the planning team for the Downtown Area Redevelopment Plan. Also appointed head of Urban Design for the City.
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Intern
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1973 - 1974
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Education
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
M. Arch A.S.; MCP, Architecture and City Planning -
McGill University
B Sc. And B. Arch, Architecture -
Cardinal Newman High School