Landscape Architecture Portfolio - Jared Collinson by Jared Collinson

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about me

I’m Jared Collinson, a Landscape Designer and graduate from the University of Guelph BLA. I enjoy designing spaces that encourage people to get outside, appreciate nature and engage in physical activity. I’m passionate about the outdoors, sports activities, travelling, playing guitar, fishing, surfing and reading.

education

University of Guelph

Bachelor Landscape Architecture

Henry Kortekaas and Assoc.

Intermediate Landscape Designer

EDEN Projects

Design Associate and Producer

Kent Ford Design Group

Landscape Designer

Freelance Landscape Designer

Baja California Sur, Mexico

Head Optimist Race Coach

Royal Canadian Yacht Club

Landscape Architecture Internship

Pueblo Pescadero

skills & certifications

Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, Sketchup, LandFX, DynaScape

Teamwork - Team Management Software

BuilderTrend - Construction Management Software

Hand Drafting

Conversational Spanish

Can Sail Level 6 Coaching Certification

Canadian Red Cross First Aid

PCOC (Pleasure Craft Operators Card)

volunteer & extra curricular

South Ajax Golf Club - Member/League Member

Jib Sea Sol - Charity Band Member

Warrior Veteran Sailing - Coach

University of Guelph - Varsity Rugby

Guelph Food Bank - Sorter

Team Ontario - Rugby

Malvern Charity Fashion Show

Daily Bread Foodbank - Sorter

Parismina, Costa Rica Turtle Conservation - Volunteer

yorkville st

concept plan & perspectives

This rooftop project in the heart of Toronto brought many exciting challenges. It required a design that would have full season interest. There was plenty of collaboration with engineers, architects, contractors and the condo board to anchor all the design elements to the roof in an appropriate way that satisfied all approval bodies.

dale ave

green roof & amenity area blow-ups

I had the exciting opportunity to take the lead design role on this condo project in the East end of Toronto. Working alongside a very passionate team of architects, there was plenty of room for collaboration and creativity. We decided to go with a flowing design theme through the entire site. This theme was reflected in different mediums, including plant groupings, monoculture hydroseed mixes, unit pavers and green roof plant species.

The lower level amenity area brought about another series of design opportunities. To incorporate more depth, vertical interest and reduce the need for a large structural wall, we designed a naturalized retaining wall featuring multiple tiers of armour stone, complemented by ornamental grasses and shrubs.

nunns rd

colour masterplans & planting plan

Nunns, located North of Victoria BC, is a small, affordable townhouse development by Northlands Development LTD. I had the chance to take this project on as the lead designer. Although this project was rather simple when it came to the hardscape design, I was able to put my creativity into planting the central parking lot island.

pescadero - mexico

before & after

pescadero - mexico

feature entrance piece

During two separate trips to Baja California I had the chance to work together with local landscaping crews. We were able to create desirable design solutions using only the materials available in town for local clients and a small development called Pueblo Pescadero.

skymark revitalization

conceptual plans and plant visuals

skymark revitalization

conceptual plans and plant visuals

In this project, we were assigned with restoring two outdoor rooftop spaces in an older condo building that was having its roofing membrane replaced. This was a plant heavy project and part of the assignment included creating a plant visual presentation for the condo residents.

alberg ln perspectives

This residential project brought life to the landscape of a new build. The clients wanted an outdoor space they could enjoy year round and screening from a busy intersection. The design incorporates fully louvred pergolas with infrared heaters and a covered outdoor kitchen unit. The front yard features heavy natural screening combined with cedar privacy panels.

contract administration

before & after

This TDSB parking lot is one of many contract admin jobs I have had the opportunity to undertake. From start to finish, I always enjoy getting out on site to meet with contractors and clients, conduct inspections, and generally make sure the job runs smoothly.

shawnigan lake school

planting plan and perspective

Shawnigan Lake is a private high school located North of Victoria in BC. We had the exciting opportunity to design the landscape for their new residence, Samuel House. This design features a very naturalized environment taking elements of North Vancouver Island planting themes combined with recreational areas for students to socialize.