Business Details
39 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscape Architecture in Vermont & New York
Founded in 1987, Wagner Hodgson Landscape Architecture is an award-winning studio with offices in Burlington, Vermont, and Hudson, New York. Our design philosophy centers on landscapes as a unique art form, blending contemporary sculptural elements with natural beauty to create spaces that harmonize context, function, and materials. Through a collaborative studio environment, we prioritize design excellence, delivering landscapes that are aesthetically striking, ecologically resilient, socially engaging, and functionally robust. Our expertise spans landscape architecture, master planning, mixed-use developments, and urban design, supported by a team with deep knowledge of natural systems, construction, and horticulture.The firms leadership includes registered professionals in 13 states, certified by the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards, ensuring rigorous adherence to industry standards. We serve public and private clients nationwide, including corporate campuses, cultural institutions, universities, and residential developers, with a portfolio reflecting diverse project scales and phases. Our team combines technical precision with creative vision, fostering partnerships with clients to realize innovative, context-sensitive solutions. With decades of collective experience, we remain committed to advancing the practice of landscape architecture through thoughtful, sustainable design.
Services
Landscape Architecture
Master Planning
Mixed-Use Development
Urban Design
Project Management
Natural Systems Integration
Horticultural Consulting
Public Space Design
Residential Landscaping
Cultural Institution Projects
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of expertise in landscape architecture and urban design.
- Our collaborative process ensures client-driven, context-sensitive solutions.
- Leadership certified in 13 states by the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards.
- Portfolio spans diverse public and private projects nationwide.
- Team combines technical mastery with creative vision in natural systems and horticulture.
Associations and certifications
- Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards
Services
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture services focus on creating contemporary sculptural environments that integrate natural beauty with functional design. We prioritize ecological resilience, using native materials and plantings to craft spaces that enhance user experience while supporting environmental sustainability. Projects range from private residences to large-scale public parks.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans that balance aesthetic vision with practical implementation. Our approach considers long-term land use, circulation patterns, and ecological impact to create cohesive frameworks for urban developments, campuses, and mixed-use sites. Plans emphasize adaptability and phased execution for evolving client needs.
Urban Design
Urban design services focus on shaping public spaces that foster community engagement and economic vitality. We address streetscapes, plazas, and transit corridors through designs that improve walkability, accessibility, and environmental performance while maintaining artistic integrity within urban contexts.
Mixed-Use Development
We specialize in designing mixed-use environments that seamlessly blend residential, commercial, and recreational elements. Our solutions optimize land use through innovative zoning strategies, sustainable infrastructure, and spaces that encourage social interaction across diverse user groups within a single development.
Public Space Design
Public space design emphasizes creating accessible, inclusive environments for civic engagement. We transform parks, plazas, and waterfronts into vibrant community assets through thoughtful layout, durable materials, and features that accommodate both passive recreation and large-scale events.
People
H. Keith Wagner
Founding Partner, Landscape Architect
H. Keith Wagner, FASLA, is a founding partner with over 35 years of experience in landscape architecture. He leads design initiatives and mentors staff while maintaining active involvement in professional organizations and sustainable design advocacy.
Jeffrey Hodgson
Partner, Landscape Architect
Jeffrey Hodgson, FASLA, co-leads project teams and specializes in complex urban environments. With expertise in public infrastructure and ecological restoration, he ensures technical excellence across projects ranging from waterfront revitalizations to campus master plans.
Dale Schafer
Partner, Landscape Architect
Dale Schafer, FASLA, focuses on integrating natural systems into built environments. His work emphasizes sustainable stormwater management and habitat creation, combining ecological science with artistic landscape composition for both public and private clients.
Robert Mooney
Principal, Landscape Architect
Robert Mooney, ASLA, specializes in cultural landscapes and historic preservation. He brings technical precision to projects requiring sensitive adaptation of heritage sites while maintaining contemporary functionality and aesthetic innovation.
Edward Adams
Principal, Landscape Architect
Edward Adams, ASLA, oversees project management and construction documentation. His expertise ensures design intent translates accurately into built form, with particular focus on material selection and detailing for long-term durability in diverse climates.
Questions
What types of projects does Wagner Hodgson typically handle?
We work on diverse projects including public parks, university campuses, mixed-use developments, cultural institutions, and private residential landscapes across the United States.
Are your landscape architects licensed in multiple states?
Yes, our leadership team holds professional licenses in 13 states, including Vermont, New York, and other Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions.
How does your collaborative design process work?
We maintain an open studio environment where clients, designers, and stakeholders co-create solutions through iterative discussions, site analysis, and material exploration to ensure shared vision alignment.
Do you handle both design and construction phases?
Yes, we provide full-service landscape architecture from conceptual design through construction documentation and site observation to ensure design integrity during implementation.
What sustainability practices do you incorporate?
We prioritize native plantings, permeable paving, rain gardens, and other green infrastructure to manage stormwater, reduce heat islands, and support local biodiversity in all project types.
Can you work with existing architectural frameworks?
Absolutely. We specialize in integrating landscapes with built structures through site-specific solutions that enhance architectural forms while addressing ecological and functional requirements.
