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Professional works from 2023 - 2025
Design Statement
In an everchanging world filled with chaos and conflict, harmony between humanity and nature offers refuge. Whether achieved through intentional design or untouched wilderness, the outdoors are enduring. Integrating vegetative elements into our daily lives compels me to design with these principles for future generations. During my undergraduate years, I witnessed the personal impact of plants on my life, engaging all five senses—sight, smell, touch, taste, and sound. Planting presents a beautiful opportunity to awaken the childlike wonder in all of us.
Now, with my education, it’s time to inspire others to embrace the outdoors, whether for a respite from reality or much needed mental rejuvenation. Outdoor environments will undoubtedly serve as a sanctuary for all. Despite the world appearing controlled in many aspects, creating inviting public spaces remains a driving force in my work. The fusion of sustainability with functionality is now a tangible reality and an integral part of my philosophy. Transforming the perception of these practices is also a crucial goal I aim to achieve. Bridging gaps among people regardless of their socioeconomic backgrounds and amplifying everyone’s voices are essential priorities.
I am thrilled to witness the evolution of landscape architecture and eagerly anticipate my role in facilitating future generations’ appreciation of the natural world.
Jacob Peach
EMAIL: Jp18817@uga.edu CELL: 404-834-9593 Athens, GA
Education
The University of Georgia, College of Environment and Design
• Bachelor in Landscape Architecture
• Minor in Horticulture from College of Agricultural & Environmental Science
Professional Work Experience
Landscape Architect Intern, Niles Bolton Associates
Athens, GA 2021-2025
• Working at a multidisciplinary landscape architecture firm creating designs and presentation graphics primarily for higher education RFP’s as well as private multifamily apartment developers
• Traveling bi-weekly to job sites to see the different stages of the development process from original site section to final punch
• Meeting with University faculty and developers to understand the goal of the potential property and delivering a solution that is financially profitable and functional
• Working extensively in Autocad, LandFX, SketchUp Pro and Adobe Suite products
• Assisting in preparing lesson plans, instructional materials, and laboratory exercises for undergraduate courses in landscape engineering.
• Guiding students in the practical application of design principles, grading, and stormwater
Landscape Architect Intern, Land Design Group, Inc
Atlanta, GA Summer/Winter 2024 Athens, GA Fall 2024
Landscape Engineering Assistant, College of Environment and Design Gainesville, GA Fall 2023-Spring 2024/2025
• Working at a licensed landscape architecture firm creating designs for commercial, recreational and residential buildings
• Creating planting charts weekly and planting graphics to show clients while balancing university classes and deadlines
• Meeting with residential clients to understand what the problem is and delivering a solution all the way from design concepts to installation
Landscape Designer, Griffin-Spalding County Airport Griffin, GA 2023
• Worked with a colleague to create a 10-20 year phased masterplan to redesign the current Griffin city airport
• Met with city planners, airport directors, and community members to understand how this 150+ acre site can turn into a flourishing community
• Nominated for Zone 7/8 ASLA award
Landscape Designer, Athens Area Humane Society Athens, GA 2022
• Worked with a colleague to create a new vision for the Athens Area Humane Society that recently moved to a new location
• Met with the operations coordinator at the shelter to understand what the employees and animals need. Created a phased masterplan with proper cost estimate, details and planting plan
Experienced Landscape Maintenance Crew, Lawnboys/ Peachscapes Marietta, GA 2019 2023
• Proficient in all aspects of landscape care with exceptional attention to detail, from mowing and trimming to plant selection and irrigation management
• Skilled in identifying and resolving plant health issues, ensuring lush and vibrant landscapes year-round
• Exercised proficient leadership skills to manage a business operation that oversaw a workforce of up to two part-time personnel at a time Skills
• Adobe Suite Software
• Autocad Software
• Arc GIS Pro
• Sketchup Visualization
• Lumion Illustration
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Hydrocad
• Handgraphics
• Site Grading
• Land FX
• Reve BlueBeam
• Rhinoceros
• Grasshopper
• ADA Design
Extracurriculars/Awards
• Men’s Lacrosse at UGA 2021-present
• President 2024-present
• Treasure 2022-2024
• MCLA Scholar Athlete 2023, 2024
• 2nd Team All-SELC 2023, 2024
• Athens Church Volunteer 2022-present
• Sigma Lambda Alpha Honor Society Member
• Vice President 2024-present
• Neel Reid Memorial Scholarship Fund 2024
• Neal Weatherly Scholarship 2023, 2024
• GSLA Member 2022-present
• Pacific Northwest Domestic Field Study 2023
• Paul Cassilly Journey Fund Scholarship 2022
About me
Growing up in the suburban town of Marietta, Georgia, surrounded by ample green space, I consistently engaged with the outdoors. My exposure to the natural world led to a profound realization of its daily benefits for everyone. During my high school years, I actively participated in landscape maintenance, cultivating a heightened appreciation for the specific flora and designed environments under my care.
Upon recognizing this pursuit as landscape architecture, I made an unwavering commitment to the profession. Endowed with a discerning designer’s eye, I consistently observe meticulously crafted beautiful spaces wherever I go, with the goal of creating a unique and enriching experience for users. My enthusiasm stems from engaging with individuals facing specific challenges, seeking to address and resolve their concerns through the meticulous design process.
Over the course of my professional journey, I have had the privilege of traveling to notable destinations such as Portland, Oregon, Seattle, Washington, and European cities including Paris, Brussels, and London. In light of the vast opportunities presented by the global landscape, I am driven by the aspiration to design environments that not only foster community but also strengthen the connection between humanity and nature. In conclusion, I am sincerely excited by the prospect of contributing to the exploration and enhancement of our world through the transformative lens of landscape architecture.
Waterworks
Permanent Homeless Housing and Supportive Services
Atlanta, GA | Summer 2024 | Niles Bolton Associates
The Waterworks Rapid Housing Project is located near the corner of Northside Drive and 17th, and is expected to be a continuation of the City and Mayor Andre Dickens’ goal to help address homeless in Atlanta. It will be constructed with state-of-the-art modular construction to reduce labor time and cost. This development will feature two multistory buildings with 100 modular studio units, providing stable housing for Atlanta’s chronically unhoused residents earning less than 30% of the Area Median Income. Residents will also have access to critical services, including case management and mental health support, all in a location that connects them to transit, amenities, and opportunities. Ground broke for this site as of December 19th and they believe they could have tenets moving in as soon at May.
“This project is addressing homelessness in the city and that’s awesome!”
-Josh Humphries from City of Atlanta
Exterior Courtyard
Atlanta Hemphill Water Treatment West
Midtown
Front Porch Facade
Project Site
Legend
Major Highways
Northside Drive
Completed Beltline
Future Beltline Access
- The site lies a short quarter mile from the Atlanta Beltline corridor.
- The closest connection is the North West Trail segment 4.
Under Construction
Shovel Ready
Currently In Design
-It is a 0.9 mile trail that begins at English and Culpepper and ends at the parking lot of Monday Night Brewery located just behind the site.
- This section of the Beltline currently has not been constructed yet, but is currently in design.
Beltline Corridor
Northside Drive
Major MARTA Lines
Potential Connection from Beltline to Site
Existing Beltline Images
-60% drawings have been completed as of June 2024.
- This future Atlanta amenity will give residents of the site immediate access to an outdoor green way.
Covered Mail Kiosk
Dog Run
Bike Racks
Seating/Game Nooks Privacy Fence
Seating
Plaza, Cafe Seating
Seating, Game Nooks
Seating Nook
Dog Run Area
Front Facade of West Building Entrance
MTU Gateway Signage
Michigan Tech University Sign
Houghton, MI | Summer/Winter 2024| Niles Bolton Associates
During my Summer at NBA I helped out with a gateway sign adjacent to the entrance to the Michigan Tech University campus. NBA won the RFP for the student housing request, and our LA team was working on the next steps with the gateway sign design. After crafting many concepts, our final design accommodates pedestrians and cars with welcoming them to campus. When I came back to NBA during the winter break, the MTU clients came down to see our progression. As a scale exercise, I worked on printing out a 1”=1” scale design of the sign, as well as a 5’/10’ scale 3D printed model for them to interact with. Meeting the clients and getting immediate feedback was an incredible and educational opportunity.
Husky Mascot Maquettes
NBA Landscape Team
Cherrylion Sculpture Studio
Real Life Scale Figure
Gateway Sign in the Landscape
Aerial Perspective
Back View of Sign
Front View of Sign
5’ Scale 3D Printed Model
View from the Adjacent Road
10’ Scale 3D Printed Model Set in the Landscape w/ Facade of Student Dorms
Jacksonville State RFP
Student Housing and Baseball Field Addition
Jacksonville, AL | Summer 2024 | Niles Bolton Associates
During my summer at NBA I was able to help in the process of putting together a presentation package in response to the Jacksonville State Alabama RFP that was released to the public earlier that year. My role included site analysis, designing the communal outdoor living spaces on the site, creating the rendered site plan, Sketchup model and finding precedent images to create a narrative of the design. After we submitted in early June we got the notification that we had won the RFP in July! The plan includes many amenities such as an outdoor bermed lawn viewing area for the adjacent baseball field, hammock garden, central plazas and areas for student recreation. I really enjoyed working in the competion atmosphere.
“Cocky Korner”
Exterior Amenity Overlay Site Plan
Hammock
6’ Tall Elevated Lawn Viewing Area
Lake Loudoun / Caledonia
University of Tennessee Student Housing
Knoxville, TN| Summer 2024 | Niles Bolton Associates
Before I had started my time at NBA, the firm won multiple 2023 RFP’s for the University of Tennessee student housing projects. The current student housing and parking situations on campus are very much at a breaking point and the University has now invested many millions of dollars into helping solve this problem. NBA submitted designs for Andy Holt, Calendonia and Lake Loudoun Residence Halls and now all are currently under construction. Andy Holt and Caledonia are currently set to open in Fall 2025 with Lake Loudoun opening up in mid 2026. My role in this project was to help update the new hardscape, landscape and structural designs since they had to change throughout the CD process. In addition to this, I helped design the Melrose park connection adjacent to the Calednonia dorm to offer additional green space to the students residing on the nearby dorms. It was a great opportunity to dive deep into the 3D world with such a vast project.
Overall Perspective of Lake Louden Student Dorm
Northwest Backside of Caledonia Dorms Melrose Park Connected Greenspace
Overall Perspective of Caledonia Student Dorm Interior Courtyard Plaza
Cross river
New York Agricultural Land Planning
Long Island, NY | Winter 2024 | Niles Bolton Associates
Land planning is a big part of NBA landscape team and I got to dive head first into this world throughout my time there. This project takes over 225 agricultural acres in New York and transforms around 75 acres into a thriving multi-density community. With an agricultural theme, this master plan includes 150+ acres of preserved farm land, a “Market Commons” commercial space, “The View” townhome and cottage area, 3-story condos, “The Villas”a multi story active adult community, and “The Flats” multi-story apartments. This plan combines central green spaces, pocket parks, walking trails, gathering space and commercial commons to create a flourishing community. In addition to the main master plan, we created a “By-Right” plan to maximize space for a single family community.
Site Data:
Site Area: +/- 227.185 acres
Existing Zoning: APZ(agriculture protection) CRC (commercial residential campus)
GREAT PECONIC BAY
Connectivity & Walking Trails
Neighborhood Gardens
Market Commons
Event Space & Gathering Areas
Diverse Density Ranges
Rear-Loaded Neighborhood Organization
Neighborhood Pocket Parks
Conceptual Master Plan
Total Site Area: +/- 9,896,178.60 SF (227.185 Acres)
Commercial Site Area: +/- 124,146 SF (2.85 Acres)
The Residences Site Area: +/- 1,870,902 SF (42.95 Acres) (For-Sale Mixed Density)
The Flats Site Area: +/- 877,298 SF (20.14 Acres) (For-Rent Apartments)
Improved Park Space: +/- 391,169 SF (8.98 Acres)
Overall Development Area: 3,263,515.2 SF (74.92 Acres)
Building Lot Coverage: 641,000 SF (20%)
Impervious Coverage: 1,532,000 SF (47%)
FAR: 0.50
Overall Total: 840 Units
Conceptual Master Plan - By-Right Scheme
Total Site Area: +/- 9,896,178.60 SF (227.185 Acres)
The Residences Site Area: +/- 1,243,244 SF (28.54 Acres) (For-Sale Single-Family)
The Flats Site Area: +/- 3,286,416 SF (75.44 Acres) (For-Rent Apartments)
Overall Development Area: 3,529,368.8 SF (103.98 Acres)
Building Lot Coverage: 604,500 SF (17%)
Impervious Coverage: 1,936,500 SF (55%)
FAR: 0.34
Overall Total: 710 Units
Glenn Kernan
Memory Care Land Planing
Jacksonville, FL | Summer 2024 | Niles Bolton
The Jacksonville, Florida Glen Kernan land planning project envisions a vibrant mixed-use development designed to enhance the community with a blend of medical offices, restaurants, cottages, recreational space, memory care and multi-story apartment spaces. Complementing this, a variety of dining options will be available in a detached restaurant space, catering to both residents and visitors. The residential component includes multi-story apartment buildings, offering a range of units to accommodate diverse lifestyles. Thoughtfully planned green spaces, convenient parking, and pedestrian-friendly walkways ensure accessibility and a high quality of life. This project aims to create a dynamic environment that promotes both convenience and well-being, contributing to Jacksonville’s urban landscape.
Proposed Development Summary:
Memory Care Building: +/- 87 Beds
3 ST | 53,640 GSF | 80% Efficiency | 34,912 NSF
400 SF/Bed | 87 Beds
10,000 GSF Programmed Space
- Kitchen, Lobby, Activity Room, Dining Hall
Medical Office Building: +/- 51,200 SF
4 ST | 51,200 GSF
Restaurant: 5,000 SF
5,000 GSF Restaurant (Detached)
Parking: +/- 225 Surface Spots
Medical Offices: 3 Spaces/1,000 SF = 155 Spaces
Restaurant: 10 Spaces/1,000 SF = 50 Spaces
Memory Care Building: 20 Spaces
Elevate Island
Elevate North Gate Entrance Island Planting
Navarre, FL| Summer 2024 | Niles Bolton Associates
After the multifamily apartment complex was fully constructed, the owner realized he wanted to spruce up the main entrance with colorful annual and perennial planting. I designed many options with different themes and objectives for him to chose between. This was an opportunity to get more familiar with plants from the 9A zone and work on annual planting design.
Creeping Phlox
Korean Boxwood/Dwarf Podocarpus
Cosmo Lantana
Adam’s Needle/ Mexican Fountain
Dwarf Variegated Ginger
Dwarf Bottlebrush
Hot Shot Hollywood Hibiscus
Tricolor Society Garlic
Seasonal Color
Brazilian Dwarf Morning Glory
Purple Heart Plant
Blue
Blue Creeping Phlox
Kingwood Torch Coleus
Lime Time Coleus
Purple Heart Plant
Seasonal Annual (Coleus)
Orange Sunpatients
Bloom Chart
Rochester Residence
High End Residential Landscape
Gainesville, GA | Fall 2023 | Land Design Group Inc.
Throughout my time at Land Design Group, I worked on many residential projects that help me refine my smaller scale design skills and expand on my plant knowledge. A particular skill I learned was designing with deer in mind. Many of these residential projects were in the wooded suburbs of North Georgia, so finding a balance between flowering deer-resistance plants was at first a challenge, but then became a strength when designing these residences. I was responsible for initial client meetings to helping them choose a likable plant palette and then craft final CD hardscape and landscape documents.
Planting Details
alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’
Weigela florida (Sub) Hydrangea macrophylla
‘Robleza’
(Sub)
Creeping Fig (Sub)
Camellia sasanqua ‘Hot Flash’
‘Vintage Jade’
× media ‘Densiformis’ Ilex latifolia Thuja occidentalis ‘Art Boe’
Magnolia virginiana
Cornus kousa
x acerifolia Green Giant Arborvitae Carolina Sapphire Cedar Magnolia grandiflora ‘Little Gem’
Magnolia stellata/Silverbell (Sub) Acer rubrum
deodara
