Brett Allen Park, Principal, and Tony Ortiz, Associate Principal, are among the newest additions to RVi. Based in California, they bring decades of experience in landscape architecture—both individually and as long-time business partners. In this Spotlight, they share insights into the foundation of their successful partnership, the value of diverse experiences, and the global impact... Read Full Post ›
Located on the former General Motors (GM) proving grounds in Mesa, Arizona lies a 3,200-acre master-planned community that has artfully transformed the land into a sustainable, park-centric community. Eastmark seamlessly combines entertainment, community engagement, and a diverse population of residents. Brett Anderson, Vice President and Principal at RVi, led the team in creating a visionary... Read Full Post ›
As RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture expands, so does its focus on Campus planning and design. Tony Catchot, Principal and Campus Sector Leader, is leading this effort with a clear vision and strategic approach. With over 40 years of experience, he knows what it takes to create campuses that foster learning, collaboration, and innovation. We... Read Full Post ›
RVi President Chris Crawford and Senior Vice President of Operations Ryan Binkowski have led the firm through a series of strategic, intentional goals and milestones in 2024, positioning RVi for an exciting and rewarding 2025. In this Q & A, the leaders discuss what went well in 2024, how they plan to continue supporting their... Read Full Post ›
Craig Russell and Paul Mills are Principals at RVi, leading the Fort Collins and Denver offices in Colorado. The former co-owners of Russell + Mills Studios became part of the RVi team in August 2024, bringing their decades-long design experience and friendship to the firm. With a diverse portfolio of experience from campus planning to... Read Full Post ›
Colorado State University’s (CSU) student housing facilities were first designed and constructed in the 1960s. As the university’s population, technology, and environment grew and evolved, its student housing did not. Circulation challenges, limited outdoor amenities, and a lack of character were key issues that CSU Housing and Dining Services wanted to address. CSU engaged RVi... Read Full Post ›
We are excited to share that Tony Catchot has joined RVi as Principal and Leader of our emerging Campus sector. With more than 35 years of experience, Tony has led or played a critical role in the planning and design of campuses across the nation and abroad. This includes colleges and universities, healthcare, innovation and... Read Full Post ›
In the past 10 years, the number of households actively participating in outdoor hospitality has increased by 21.6 million, or 68%. Considering major societal events like a months-long pandemic, the rapid rise of social media and concerns about screen time, and more awareness around mental health practices, it’s no surprise that people are eager for... Read Full Post ›
By: Karishma Joshi, Landscape Designer Out of the eight planets in our solar system, Earth is the only habitable one, due to its rich, natural ecosystems and plethora of resources. But in today’s era, these ecosystems have been threatened due to years of human interference and resource depletion. Although these effects have been enormously reflected... Read Full Post ›
