Principal

• Oct 2018 - Present

Principal

• Jan 2017 - May 2018

Principal

• Jan 2012 - Jan 2017

Quinn Landscape Architects (QLA) was founded in 2012 by Meghen Quinn following a decade of experience with the San Francisco offices of Sasaki Associates and Hargreaves Associates. We are a design consultancy providing services in landscape architecture and urban and environmental planning. Our approach to design comes from the context of the site – its history, natural systems, and inhabitants. Working closely with clients, we create a vision for the site that expresses its genius loci, or spirit of place. QLA works across a broad range of scales: from the cultural landscapes of public parks, to dynamic university campuses, to intimate, evocative gardens. The practice fosters a collaborative relationship with clients, interdisciplinary design teams, and communities. With a commitment to craft, projects are designed and managed to be enduring, vital and meaningful places. QLA is certified as a Woman-Owned San Francisco Local Business Enterprise. Show less

Senior Associate Landscape Architect

• Oct 2006 - Feb 2012

Design lead for institutional and public projects varying in scale, complexity, and context. Managed all phases of project development from planning and predesign through construction. Responsible for client presentations, workshops, and correspondence. Participated in construction budget management for projects up to $125 million. Worked fluidly within, as well as managed, complex project teams. Mentored staff in design process and skill development. Design lead for institutional and public projects varying in scale, complexity, and context. Managed all phases of project development from planning and predesign through construction. Responsible for client presentations, workshops, and correspondence. Participated in construction budget management for projects up to $125 million. Worked fluidly within, as well as managed, complex project teams. Mentored staff in design process and skill development.

Adjunct Faculty

• Feb 2007 - Jun 2009

"Urban Dirt: Designing Sustainable Landscapes On-Structure" Exploration of urban landscape typologies and sustainable design. "Urban Dirt: Designing Sustainable Landscapes On-Structure" Exploration of urban landscape typologies and sustainable design.

Landscape Designer

• 2005 - 2006

Staff Landscape Architect

• Aug 2004 - Aug 2005

Sale Representative + Advertising Manager

• Mar 1994 - Feb 2000

Communications Specialist

• Mar 1992 - Mar 1994