The Marriott Courtyard project in Kelowna is a strong example of how integrated civil engineering and landscape architecture can solve complex site challenges with efficiency and clarity.
Navigating Site Constraints with Smart Design
Working within the constraints of the parkade layout and City of Kelowna bylaw requirements—particularly around tree retention and soil volume—the team focused on optimizing the parking lot design without compromising functionality or compliance.
Balancing these requirements required a coordinated, solutions-driven approach from the outset.
Optimizing Parking While Meeting Landscape Requirements
A key success on this project has been the landscape team’s proposal to realign parking stalls.
This strategic adjustment:
- Reduced the number of required tree zones
- Improved efficiency in meeting soil volume requirements
- Maintained a clean, functional parking layout
By rethinking the layout, the team was able to meet both regulatory and design goals more effectively.
Seamless Integration of Civil Engineering Systems
In parallel, the civil engineering team ensured that grading and drainage strategies were fully aligned with the updated site layout, delivering a solution that performs well from both an engineering and operational standpoint.
Landscape Architecture That Performs
Coordination extended beyond the parking area to the perimeter landscape design.
These spaces were carefully designed to serve a dual purpose:
- Enhancing the site aesthetically
- Supporting drainage and overall site performance
This approach reflects the value of multi-functional, performance-driven landscape architecture.
The Value of Early Collaboration
The Marriott Courtyard project highlights the importance of early and ongoing collaboration between civil and landscape disciplines.
By working together from the beginning, the team achieved:
- Practical, buildable solutions
- Compliance with municipal requirements
- A well-integrated and efficient site design
Building Better Projects Through Integration
Projects like this demonstrate that the best outcomes happen when disciplines are not siloed, but fully integrated.
Through collaboration, creativity, and technical expertise, we can deliver sites that are not only functional—but thoughtful, resilient, and built to last.
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