VIRIDIS Design Group

05/11/2026

We’re happy to introduce Ava Yon, who will be spending the summer with our Grand Rapids team as a landscape architecture intern. Ava is a fourth-year BLA student at Michigan State and is simultaneously pursuing a master’s in environmental design. She is a 2026 LAF Olmsted Scholar and holds roles as MiASLA DEI board member and MSU ASLA Student Chapter Alumni Relations Chair. Ava brings a thoughtful, artistic approach to design that balances environmental responsibility with human connection. Ava is a rising talent in the field and we are overjoyed to have her around! Please join us in welcoming Ava!

05/06/2026

Construction is moving quickly at Holmes Family Park in Chelsea, transforming the former Federal Screw Works property into a vibrant community hub. Based on feedback from over 1,000 community members, we're implementing loads of recreational amenities, including a skate park, climbing walls, play structures, a flexible pavilion and restroom, sports courts, a hammock grove, and more.

We are honored to partner with Main Street Park Alliance in bringing the community’s dreams to life. The park is set to open this summer, and we can’t wait to celebrate it!

To learn more about the project, visit https://www.mainstreetpark.org/

Project Partners: MAYOTTEgroup Architects, Spohn Ranch Skateparks, Eldorado Climbing Walls, Bazen Electric

04/30/2026

We were thrilled to participate in Tuesday evening's event celebrating several thoughtful and transformative projects across downtown Kalamazoo, including Arcadia Creek Festival Place. Alongside LBA Landscape Architecture, we have had the joy of reimagining this critical public space to function seamlessly, from hosting high-spirited festivals to everyday use for downtown residents.

The event comes as we move into the Construction Documentation phase. We are so excited to bring the community's vision to life. Thank you, The City of Kalamazoo, Michigan!

Project Partners: ROSSETTI, Bazen Electric, Nehil Sivak Structural Engineering

04/28/2026

Last night's Indian Mounds Drive Community Open House was PACKED and the energy was contagious! Bringing together project partners, community leaders, and over 100 neighbors, the room was full of thoughtful conversation and passion for this unique space on the Grand River. We're thrilled to be a part of it.

Learn more about the event here: https://www.kentcountymi.gov/1903/Indian-Mounds-Drive-Study

The Kent County Parks Department hosted an open house to discuss potentially closing the four-mile trail to vehicle traffic based on feedback from nearly 2,000 neighbors. Read the full story through the link in the comments.

04/08/2026

We are excited to celebrate Matt Hull’s two year anniversary at VIRIDIS Design Group!

Matt is an experienced landscape architect with a heart for creating meaningful outdoor experiences, from project conception to completion. Matt combines analytical and systems thinking with his wealth of planning, design, and construction knowledge to deliver innovative and resourceful solutions to every project he takes on. We’re grateful to have him on the team!

03/27/2026

Fish Ladder Music Park was recently recognized at the mParks Conference as a Park Design Award Winner! We were honored to partner with visionaries at Capital Region Community Foundation, City of Lansing, Michigan - Government, and Lansing Parks and Recreation (Brett Kaschinske, Parks Director is pictured accepting the award) to realize a vibrant and innovative community riverfront space in Old Town, Lansing. With warmer weather here in Michigan, the park is beginning to come alive for its first full season. Be sure to catch one of its numerous music, community, and wellness events, or stop by to watch the sunset from a swing bench.

Thank you to the many event planners and community members who provided valuable information and feedback through the design process, and congratulations to all involved! This project is a shining example of the collaborative and ambitious mindset that is transforming the Lansing Riverfront.

Team: Construction Managers at WIELAND, Electrical Engineers at DHEngineering, Kalamazoo

📸: Choose Lansing, Lansing State Journal, Dam Jam Music Festival, mParks Michigan Recreation and Park Association

03/23/2026

Tucked into the wooded area of Riverside Park, Mayor’s Grove will be a space for gathering, reflection, and learning. VIRIDIS is leading the design and implementation of a spiral-shaped outdoor classroom with natural stone seating, surrounded by native plantings and a grove of flowering understory trees, honoring former Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss and her love for public green spaces and the Grand River.

Read more on MLive: https://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/2026/03/new-improvements-coming-to-riverside-park.html

03/16/2026

We’re marking a big milestone today - VIRIDIS Design Group turns TWENTY! As we reflect on our roots, we're sharing a few words from Founding Principals, Woody Isaacs & Tim Britain:

“Our journey began with a simple but profound belief: that landscape architecture should be more than just an aesthetic layer, it should be a vital, living bridge between people and the environment.

When we founded this firm, we chose the name VIRIDIS (Latin for "green, youthful, and full of life") to reflect our commitment to restorative design. We didn't just want to build parks or plazas; we wanted to create enduring spaces that solve ecological challenges while sparking human connection.

Looking back, we are incredibly proud of the landscapes we’ve shaped, but we are even more excited about the ones yet to come. Our mission remains the same as it was on day one: to design a world that is more resilient, more accessible, and more vibrant for everyone.”

03/09/2026

01/17/2026

Today, we celebrate Trevor Bosworth’s fifteen years of impact at VIRIDIS Design Group.

A principal in our Grand Rapids office, Trevor exemplifies the timeless spirit of landscape architecture with a rare blend of design intuition, craft, and stewardship. Known in the industry for his design excellence and collaborative approach, Trevor delivers creative solutions to complex challenges across diverse contexts, from dense urban systems to wild landscapes. He’s a trusted listening ear for the communities he serves and a passionate advocate for the profession. We’re grateful for his compassionate leadership and lasting influence on our practice. Congratulations on your work anniversary, Trevor!