3. Who we are
LANDCREATIVEINC.
Founding Partners + Creative Directors
David B. Salkowitz Paul T. Wong
Lifescapes International HRP LanDesign
HRP Studio Land Arc West
DBS Landscape Architecture Mission Landscape
Founding Partner David B. Salkowitz has been
practicing Landscape Architecture in
California since 1990, and his 20 years of work
experience encompasses many successful
projects throughout the US, and the
international community.
Formerly a Principal and Studio Director with
one of the industry’s leading international
hospitality and gaming-resort design firms,
David brings with him a focus in leisure-resort
and hospitality design and project
management. In addition he exhibits an in-
depth understanding of entertainment-
oriented mixed-use projects, as well as
"California-Lifestyle" influenced, multi- and
single-family housing projects, and luxury
family estates.
Also a former Principal and Design Director
with one of Southern California's premier
residential master-planning and landscape architecture firms, his project-visioning and
design-development leadership skills are well-honed, and have been instrumental in
directing all aspects of design for a number of California and international master-planned
residential projects. His art direction has included detail design for important planning
elements, such as community entries, neighborhood recreation centers and parks, as well
as establishing the community landscape theme and identity.
David is a graduate of Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Landscape
Architecture, and a CLARB certified Landscape Architect licensed in the State of California
(#4895). He is also a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects and the
Urban Land Institute.
Founding Partner Paul T. Wong’s 24 years of
experience in the landscape architecture and
planning profession includes collaboration on
large-scale communities, multi-family
residential, international hospitality, mixed-
use/retail, model homes and custom
residences.
His career began in 1987 with a 13 year tenure
at HRP LanDesign, where he was promoted to
Senior Associate. In 2000 Paul’s professional
growth continued to flourished, when he co-
founded Land Arc West, and nurtured the
fledgling design company to an impressive
medium-size office of 35 employees.
Paul and his partner sold Land Arc West in
2007toMissionLandscapeCompanies,giving
them an instant presence in the landscape
design-build industry. As Vice-President he
devoted his energies to the transition and
integration of the two companies, along with overseeing the daily operations and project
client services, until his departure in 2011.
Paul’s project experience has taken him across California and to international destinations
like China and Egypt. He brings with him a global and regional design approach by applying
an initial broad view to a project to ensure its appropriate fit into the fabric of the surrounding
communities.
Paul’s participation and lead of project consultant teams, is underscored by his strength in
project management knowledge and experience, allowing him to confidently guide any
team through the development and construction process.
5. How we work
Comprehend.Collaborate.Create.
Our Client Service Philosophy
Listen to client's project goals and desires.
Understand client's customer (end-user)
needs.
Provide continuous Principal project
leadership.
Encourage in-depth client participation and
review input throughout the project design
process.
6. How we think
Regionally.Globally.Culturally.Big
Design & Project Approach
Considerationofregionalcontextandinfluencestoensure
integration of the project into the fabric of the surrounding
community.
Apply Project-needs-oriented-Design. Functionality-
focused design thinking with creative aesthetic overlay.
Early 'Project Programing' and 'Bubble Concept Thinking'
Forward planning and operational issue resolving attitude
to facilitate a streamlined development process.
Aspiration to create succesful useable spaces, designed
to be enjoyed by the people that use them.
7. What we believe
Vision & Philosophy
We believe in the Beauty of Nature, and the Art of Design.
We pride ourselves in creating beautiful environments and
meaningful outdoor spaces which become sanctuaries in
our busy lives.
We strive to design landscapes that make us pause and
take notice, and that provide possibilities for us to
reconnect with nature and our fellow human beings.
"The great challenge for the garden designer is not to
make the garden look natural, but to make the garden
so that the people in it will feel natural."
Lawrence Halprin
8. What we have done
Project Experience
Hospitality & Leisure
Mixed-Use & Retail
Sports & Entertainment
Corporate & Office Campuses
Master Planned Communities
Parks & Gardens
Luxury Custom Estates
9. Hospitality & Leisure
The Palazzo, Las Vegas, NV - Lido Casino Resort, LLC
Paris Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV - Hilton Hotels Corporation
Green Valley Ranch Resort, Henderson, NV - Station Casinos, Inc.
Red Rock Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV - Station Casinos, Inc.
Ritz Carlton, Marassi, Egypt - Emaar International
Lombok Resort Golf Clubhouse, Lombok, Indonesia - Emaar Intl.
Dolphin Cove, St. Thomas, USVI - Dolphin Cove Development
Mandalya Resort, Bodrum, Turkey - Four Seasons Resorts
Wynn Golf Course, Las Vegas, NV - Wynn Design & Development, LLC
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
10. The Palazzo - Las Vegas, Nevada
This luxe $1.9 billion, 3,000 all-suite resort sits on merely 14 acres over the LV Strip's only 4-level subterranean parking garage. The
Palazzo is the nation's largest Silver Leed certified building, and features 3 acres of lush roof-top-gardens with 7 swimming pools,
3 spas, 5 fountains, and several themed architectural bar and pavilion structures, as well as 50 private canvas cabanas, all
overlooking the Las Vegas Strip on the 4th floor over the casino.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Lido Casino Resort, LLC
11. Paris Casino Resort - Las Vegas, Nevada
This 24 acre, $785 million casino property has been in operation since 1999, and features iconic Parisian architectural elements such
as a 5/8 scale replica of the Eiffel Tower, a reader-board sign in the shape of the Montgolfier Balloon, a two-thirds size Arc de
Triomphe, and a replica of the famous La Fontaine des Mers fountain. A 2 acre Versailles inspired formal French garden and pool
deck are located on the roof-top above the casino, with themed cabanas, trellises, and mature canopy trees.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Hilton Hotels Corporation
12. Green Valley Ranch Resort - Henderson, NV
The 500 room, Green Valley Ranch Resort & Casino property encompasses 40 acres, with 8 acres dedicated to outdoor recreation
and entertainment. Venues include a contemporary pool area with a sand beach dubbed 'The Backyard', and a daytime club pool
named 'The Pond'. A spa and wellness complex, private hotel-suite gardens with plunge pools, and a manicured lawn amphitheater,
are all enveloped in a rustic Tuscan vineyard setting overlooking the city lights of Las Vegas Valley.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Station Casinos, Inc.
13. Red Rock Casino - Las Vegas, Nevada
The 800 room, $925 million Redrock Casino Resort is layed-out on 72 acres, and represents Station Casino's flagship property. The
resort includes a multitude of indoor-outdoor entertainment venues and lounges, such as the 'Cherry Nightclub' pool. The ultra-
modern, desert themed resort includes a 3 acre pool area with wading pools, swim-up bars and gaming, and private cabanas. The
entire pool area also converts into an outdoor concert venue, with an audience capacity of 3000.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Station Casinos, Inc.
15. Lombok Resort Golf Clubhouse - Lombok, Indonesia
This luxury golf resort clubhouse has been carefully planned to nestle into the existing natural topography and pristine, tropical
landscape. The project is envisioned and themed after a traditional Indonesian family compound, and takes full advantage of the
sweeping views across the golf course to the Indian Ocean. Terraced view decks with stepped fountains and lily ponds, spill down
to the golf starter terrace. Terraced rice paddies with spillways, provide a dramatic backdrop to the 18th hole.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studio - ValleyCrest DesignGroupClient: Emaar, International
16. Dolphin Cove - St. Thomas, USVI
This luxury resort community is planned for 64 villas, 36 luxury flats, and 4 oceanfront bungalows, available for seasonal and
permanent residency. The self-sufficient community includes resort amenities such as tennis courts, fresh and salt water swimming
pools, sand beaches and hiking trails. A historic US Navy dolphin training facility is converted as a recreation center and beach club,
hosting a restaurant and a fitness center, with sweeping views of the Caribbean Ocean.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Dolphin Cove Development
17. Mandalya Resort - Bodrum, Turkey
The 42 acre resort, with 400 garden rooms and 37 villa suites with private plunge pool patios, is located on the Bodrum Peninsula,
and is set into the steep coastal terrain overlooking the Aegean Sea. Amenities include a porte cochere drop-off with spectacular
views, a central pool area with terraced sun decks and cascading infinity-edge pools, as well as 3 tennis courts and meandering
trails. Sand beaches, open lawn, and an island with a water sports boat dock are located near the waters edge.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
18. Wynn Golf Course - Las Vegas, Nevada
The 18-hole, 7042 yard, par 70 golf course was designed by world renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio, and was constructed
on the historic Desert Inn PGA course property. 800,000 cubic yards of earth were moved to create dramatic 45 feet elevation
changes, lakes and streams, and a 37 foot waterfall at the signature 18th hole. Approximately 1,200 mature pines were salvaged
and re-used from the historic Desert Inn Golf Course, some as old as 50 years and over 60 feet tall.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Wynn Design & Development, LLC
19. Mixed-Use & Retail
5550 Wilshire at Miracle Mile, Los Angeles, CA - Legacy Partners
Pacific City, Huntington Beach, CA - Makar Properties, LLC
Palm Plaza, San Diego, CA - McKinnnon Properties, Inc.
El Portal, Southgate, CA - Red Mountain Retail Group, Inc.
The Village a University Park, Palm Desert, CA - The Evans Company
The Square, Irvine, CA - The Irvine Company, LLC
The Village at Orange, Orange, CA - Rawson, Blum & Leon
Culver Plaza, Irvine, CA - The Irvine Company, LLC
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
20. 5550 Wilshire at Miracle Mile- Los Angeles, CA
Located on the 'Miracle Mile' and surrounded by the best in downtown Los Angeles culture, shopping, restaurants and
entertainment , this urban, luxury apartment community features a resort-style pool & spa, four rooftop view terraces, expansive 2-
story fitness center, private lounge and theater. This mixed-use project offers several shops & restaurant locations with street-side
seating patios and potted plantings.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studio - ValleyCrestClient: Legacy Partners
21. Pacific City - Huntington Beach, California
The 31 acre beachfront infill property consists of 10 acres of visitor-serving commercial uses along Pacific Coast Hwy, adjacent to
a 17 ac. high-density residential village. The commercial center is planned for 240,000 s.f. of retail, restaurant and commercial use
with outdoor pedestrian promenades and plazas, and a 400 room 8-story hotel. The residential village is organized into 3 distinct
neighborhoods clustered around open space amenities such as parks, pool areas, and public walkways.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Makar Properties, LLC
23. El Portal - Southgate, California
This 30 acre, $218 million retail-lifestyle center will feature contemporary architecture with 500,000 s.f. of retail, restaurant and a
luxury theater anchor tenant. Innovative "Linear LED Technology” integrates light, sound and movement into the architecture of
the project itself, creating an original interactive multi-media environment. The flexible central plaza with a 'zero-edge' fountain is
anticipated to host high-tech special event productions, ranging from music concerts to car shows.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studio - ValleyCrest DesignGroupClient: Red Mountain Retail Group, Inc.
28. Sports & Entertainment
Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear, AZ - Civiterra Design Build, LLC
Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA - The McCourt Company, Inc.
AAA Ballpark, Reno, NV - City of Reno, NV
Patriot's Place, Foxboro, MA - The Kraft Group
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
29. Goodyear Ballpark - Goodyear, Arizona
This $108 million, 10,000 seat ballpark is the latest addition to Arizona's 'Cactus League' spring training facilities, and the official
home for training operations of the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds. The ballpark's 'Home Plate Plaza' is the centerpiece
of a planned mixed-use development, with retail, high-density residential, office and a hotel/conference center. An iconic sculpture
fountain, shade palm grove, and carved sandstone benches are expressed in a stylized 'Desert Oasis' theme.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studio - ValleyCrest DesignGroupClient: Civiterra Design Build, LLC
30. Dodger Stadium - Los Angeles, California
In an effort to modernize Major League Baseballs' third oldest stadium, the LA Dodgers Organization has vowed to make Dodger
Stadium the 'greenest' facility in the league by striving for Silver Leed certification. 100,000 s.f. of new architectural improvements
are complimented by an 18 acre 'Green Necklace' with plazas and extensive landscaping, which envelops the stadium with retail,
restaurants, and special event areas, allowing circulation of the venue within a secured fan entertainment zone.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studio - ValleyCrest DesignGroup
Comstock Studio - ValleyCrest DesignGroup
Client: The McCourt Company, Inc.
31. Corporate & Office Campuses
The Summit, Phase V - Aliso Viejo, California - Parker Properties
8001 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA - The Irvine Company, LLC
Skechers Corp. Headquarters, Moreno Valley, CA - Highland Fairview Dev.
Lake Park Corporate Ctr, Salt Lake City, UT - Zions Securities Corp.
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
32. The Summit, Phase V - Aliso Viejo, California
Phase V, with 254,000 s.f. of office space, is the latest phase to open as part of the Leed certified, Summit office campus. This latest
phase, centered around a focus of sustainable design, consists of two 4-story office buildings, 6,500 s.f. of restaurant space, a
65,000 s.f. athletic club, 175 room hotel and a 6-level parking structure. Landscape features include 3 unique fountains, including
a 40 foot illuminated water wall, lush landscaping, and outdoor meeting and dining areas.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Parker Properties
35. Lake Park Corporate Center - Salt Lake City, Utah
The 640 acre corporate office center, features developable lots for sale ranging from 5 - 50 acres. The campus features 380 acres
of open space, consisting of a 18-hole golf course and wetlands, with acres of lakes, streams, and linear waterfront parks and trails.
Landscape elements such as entry monumentation, tree-lined boulevards, lake-side trails, and strategically placed focal features
complete this open range, nature-inspired project.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Zions Securities Corporation
36. Master Planned Communities
Tuscany Reserve, Naples, FL - WCI Communities, Inc.
SeaPoint Models, Crystal Cove, CA - Laing Luxury
Marguerite Pkwy & La Paz Rd. Masterplan, Mission Viejo, CA - City of MV
Aquabella, Rancho Bellago, CA - Highland Fairview Development
Portola Springs, Irvine, CA - The Irvine Company, LLC
Ritz Carlton Apartments, Marassi, Egypt - Emaar International
Esperanza, Irvine, CA - The Irvine Company, LLC
3400 Avenue of the Arts, South Coast Metro, CA - AIMCO Apt. Homes
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
37. Tuscany Reserve - Naples, Florida
This 463 acre community with 300 residences redefines golf and country club living, and is envisioned in the distinctive image of
a Tuscan countryside. The community's centerpiece 'Piazza Toscana', a island village accessed by 3 grand bridges, features formal
plazas and courtyards with fountains and lush gardens. A private 18-hole, 7200 yard Greg Norman and Pete Dye championship
golf course, with acres of lakes and cascading water features, completes this award-winning community.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: WCI Communities, Inc.
38. SeaPoint Models - Crystal Cove, California
SeaPoint is a collection of 27 detached home sites, with an average lot size of 21,000 s.f., and are some of the largest residences
available in the prestigious community of Newport Coast. The award- winning SeaPoint Models offer the best in luxury Southern
Californialiving. TheItalian-themed,formalgardenshighlightamenitiesforoutdoorentertainingandleisure,withinfinity-edgepools,
fountains and fireplaces, manicured lawns, and generous 'al fresco' cooking and dining terraces.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studios - ValleyCrestClient: Laing Luxury
45. Parks & Gardens
Downtown HB Library Park, HB, CA - HB Downtown Residents Assoc.
Gardens of Solomon, Los Angeles, CA - Hillside Memorial Park & Mortuary
Arlington Heights, Riverside, CA - City of Riverside, CA
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
46. Downtown Huntington Beach Library Park - Huntington Beach, California
The preservation effort of the 60 year old historic 'Downtown Library Branch' and its 1 acre 'Triangle Park', suggests to modernize
and expand the library facilities by creating a secured outdoor reading and sculpture courtyard, improving the building entry, adding
a garden cafe and terrace, and providing passive park amenities to the existing open space. An iconic fountain and monument plaza
with skyline palms, creates a visual gateway to the historic downtown district.
Landscape Architect: DBS - Landscape . Architecture . Planning . DesignClient: Huntington Beach Downtown Residents Associations
47. Hillside Memorial Park - Los Angeles, California
The expansion of this most prestigious Jewish Cemetery in all of Southern California, provides the facility with an additional 250
resting places, ranging in form of open-air family pavilions clad with Jerusalem Stone, to gated family estates with stone pillars and
iron gates and landscaped ground spaces. This design-build project creates a serene garden for reflection and meditation, enclosed
by gently sloped berms and trees, with a central pond fed by quiet streams and soothing waterfalls.
Landscape Architect: HRP Studio - ValleyCrestClient: Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary
48. Luxury Custom Estates
Demshur Residence, The Strand at Headlands, Dana Point, CA - The Demshur Fml.
Custom Estate, Queensridge, LV - Confidential
Custom Estate, Spanish Trails, Las Vegas, NV - Confidential
Dean Estate, Shady Canyon, Irvine, CA - The Dean Family
Hartsock Residence, Shady Canyon Irvine, CA - The Hartsock Family
Ladjevardi Estate, Shady Canyon, Irvine, CA - The Ladjevardi Family
* All projects designed and/or managed during David & Pauls employment at
Lifescapes International, Inc., HRP Studio, Mission Landscape and Land Arc West .
49. Demshur Residence - The Strand at Headlands, Dana Point, CA
This Southern California oceanfront mansion, is located on merely a .25 acre, $12 million lot, in one of the last unoccupied coves
along the Orange County Coast. The Provence Style inspired architecture includes a large center bar that steps down to the main
garden terrace. A cantilevered reflecting pool with glass bottom provides shade from above. The gardens adorned with antique
pottery and fountains, step down to the beach in terraces with an infinity edge plunge pool, spa, and sunken fire pit area.
Landscape Architect: DBS - Landscape Architecture . Planning . DesignClient: The Demshur Family
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50. Custom Estate - Las Vegas, Nevada
This 1.5 acre, $4 million family-oriented garden, includes large entertainment patios with a shaded pool bar and dining pavilion, an
infinity-edge pool tiled with intricate Italian mosaics, and 2 lounge cabanas. The children's garden consists of a skateboard park,
a large play lawn, and a sunken pool with a waterslide, spring board and rope swing surrounded by dramatic 'di Giacomo' rockwork.
The property also features a formal porte cochere and fountain, a lily pond, and romantic garden pavilion.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Confidential
51. Custom Residence - Las Vegas, Nevada
This 1 acre contemporary entertainment property was offered for sale at $20 million, several years after its completion in the early
'90's. The modern garden design features an expansive, multi-level swimming pool, with a sand beach-edge, a waterslide, and a
waterfall grotto with 2 underwater windows. The lush tropical garden setting includes a detached children's playhouse, a basketball
half-court with resilient surfacing, a large play lawn, and formal entry gates and arrival porte cochere.
Landscape Architect: Lifescapes International, Inc.Client: Confidential
55. What we are doing
LandCreative at Work
Wuchuan Entertainment District MP, Wuchuan, Inr. Mongolia - YCK Archs.
Meng Dong Financial District MP, Tangliao, Inr. Mongolia - YCK Architects
Brea Gateway Retail Center, Brea, CA - Colliers International
