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Celebrating our Landscape Architects

News Published 4/12/2024 Updated 4/12/2024

April is World Landscape Architecture Month, a special time to recognize the important role of landscape architects in shaping our parks.

Let's spotlight three talented landscape architects from Raleigh Parks:

Meet Shawsheen Baker

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Shawsheen is passionate about blending creativity and science in her work. She loves designing playgrounds because they offer children a place to play and grow.

Meet Terry Naranjo

Terry believes landscape architecture is about creating meaningful experiences. His favorite projects bring communities together with nature and culture through collaborative design.

Meet Di Gao

Di's passion lies in public projects, where she combines her love for nature with an understanding of human behavior. Her favorite projects promote both health and sustainability.

Join us in thanking Shawsheen, Terry, Di and all landscape architects for their incredible work in making our parks beautiful and enjoyable for everyone!

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Let's spotlight three talented landscape architects from Raleigh Parks:

Meet Shawsheen Baker

Meet Terry Naranjo

Meet Di Gao

Join us in thanking Shawsheen, Terry, Di and all landscape architects for their incredible work in making our parks beautiful and enjoyable for everyone!

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