Business Details
Cowen Design Group (CDG) is a leading civil engineering and landscape architecture firm dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for government and commercial clients worldwide. Founded by Alisa Cowen, a certified landscape architect, our team brings decades of combined experience to every project. We specialize in high-performance design, secure facility planning, and environmentally conscious site development. Our portfolio includes international embassy projects, regional parks, educational facilities, and federal buildings, all designed with precision and a commitment to sustainability. As a certified women-owned small business, we pride ourselves on collaboration, technical expertise, and a client-focused approach.
From water and wastewater systems to stormwater management and aesthetic outdoor environments, we integrate functionality with beauty. Our designs prioritize low-impact, sustainable practices to ensure long-term efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a deep understanding of local and global needs, we create spaces that are safe, efficient, and visually striking. Trust CDG to transform your vision into a high-performance reality, backed by a team of licensed engineers, landscape architects, and industry experts. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and building lasting partnerships with our clients.
From water and wastewater systems to stormwater management and aesthetic outdoor environments, we integrate functionality with beauty. Our designs prioritize low-impact, sustainable practices to ensure long-term efficiency and environmental stewardship. With a deep understanding of local and global needs, we create spaces that are safe, efficient, and visually striking. Trust CDG to transform your vision into a high-performance reality, backed by a team of licensed engineers, landscape architects, and industry experts. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and building lasting partnerships with our clients.
Services
Civil Engineering Design
Landscape Architecture Design
Secure Facility Site Design
Integrated High-Performance Design
Site Development Planning
Water and Wastewater Systems
Stormwater Management
Parking and Utility Design
Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Sustainable Environmental Features
Highlights and features
- We have decades of experience in civil engineering and landscape architecture.
- Our designs integrate sustainable, high-performance solutions for long-term efficiency.
- We are a certified women-owned small business with a client-focused approach.
- Our team includes licensed engineers and landscape architects with specialized expertise.
- We deliver secure, functional, and aesthetically pleasing facility designs.
Services
Civil Engineering Design
We specialize in site design for land development, focusing on access, utilization, and utility systems. Our work includes water, wastewater, and stormwater management to ensure safe and efficient land use. Sustainable practices and local community connections are central to our approach.
Landscape Architecture Design
We create unique indoor and outdoor environments tailored for pedestrian, vehicle, and recreational use. Our designs incorporate native plants, sustainable features, and functional surfaces. Each project is attuned to the local environment for aesthetic and ecological harmony.
Secure Facility Site Design
We design discrete yet effective security features to control and protect designated areas. Our solutions balance physical security with architectural aesthetics and property functionality. Clients benefit from strategic, secure environments without compromising visual appeal.
Integrated High-Performance Design
Our systems reduce operational costs and waste through innovative design, such as rainwater harvesting for irrigation. We also lower air conditioning demands with canopy trees and photovoltaic canopies. These solutions enhance sustainability while maintaining high performance standards.
Site Development Planning
We develop comprehensive plans for land use, ensuring efficient access, utility integration, and community connectivity. Our designs prioritize low-impact, sustainable practices for long-term viability. Clients receive tailored solutions that meet both functional and environmental goals.
