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Welcome to our blog, where we share all the things that inspire, motivate, and define us.

Employee Spotlight: Christopher Miller

Christopher Miller is an Associate Principal leading RVi’s Sarasota office with 20 years of experience in landscape architecture, urban design, and managing teams through a variety of project types. He was recently inducted into Leadership Sarasota’s Class of 2025 where he’s able to apply his leadership excellence, industry expertise, and commitment to community development to... Read Full Post

Outdoor hospitality has evolved past glamping and into more sustainable, customized, meaningful experiences on resilient sites

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

RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture acquires Russell + Mills Studios, expanding landscape architecture and design capabilities in Colorado

June 25, 2024 (Denver, CO) – RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture has acquired Russell + Mills Studios to broaden its resources and capabilities in Colorado and throughout the Rocky Mountain region. With offices in Fort Collins and Denver, Russell + Mills provides landscape architecture, urban design, and master planning services for a variety of public... Read Full Post

Employee Spotlight: Kelly Uhrich

Kelly Uhrich is a Project Manager in the Phoenix office. She has a passion for outdoor projects that bring family and friends together to create lifelong memories. An avid outdoorswoman herself, Kelly shares more about why working at RVi has been a breath of fresh air and a source of inspiration. What initially inspired you... Read Full Post

How a family resort design is helping revitalize a community decimated by Hurricane Ian

In 2022, Fort Myers Beach suffered a direct hit by Hurricane Ian. A community dependent upon tourism for its economy saw entire hotels, resorts, homes, and recreational facilities destroyed and washed away within hours. Now, in 2024, the area is seeing a return to its beach community roots. One resort in particular, the Pink Shell,... Read Full Post

Top 3 priorities of amenity center design

By Sergio Yamada Sergio Yamada is a Project Director in the RVi Scottsdale office. With more than 25 years of experience (24 years in the U.S. and three in Argentina), Yamada has in-depth knowledge of infusing creativity in a budget-friendly way, while meeting client goals through amenity centers. When it comes to design and development,... Read Full Post

Activating Spaces on Two Wheels: The impact of bike-centric communities on residents, the environment, and the economy

By: Kristine Gay, Project Manager Every fall, hundreds of bike enthusiasts watch as the world’s top freeride mountain bikers drop from 50-foot cliffs, launch across 70-foot canyon gaps, and perform an array of flips and tricks. The Red Bull Rampage competition has become one of the biggest events in the biking community. In 2023, the... Read Full Post