Brad Smith promoted to Partner at SDG

SDG is proud to announce that our senior landscape architect, Brad Smith has been promoted to Partner within the organization. Brad’s creative vision and innovative approaches have consistently pushed the boundaries of design excellence, making a profound impact on our projects, team development, and our firm’s success.  His dedication and leadership have been instrumental in fostering our growth, mentoring young landscape architects, and enriching our company culture.  

“I am thrilled to extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to Brad as our new partner at SDG. This marks an exciting new chapter in our journey, and I am delighted to have him on board.  Brad’s expertise, creativity, and passion for landscape architecture are truly inspiring. I am confident that his unique perspective and skills will greatly contribute to our mission of creating beautiful, sustainable, and innovative landscapes. Together, we will continue to transform spaces, making a lasting impact on the environment and the communities we serve.

At SDG, we believe in the power of collaboration and the strength of a unified team. We are eager to work alongside Brad, learn from his experiences, and achieve new heights together. Brad’s vision and dedication align perfectly with our values, and we are excited about the incredible projects and achievements that lie ahead.

Once again, welcome to the SDG family. Here’s to a prosperous and inspiring partnership!”

– Haig Seferian

As an award-winning landscape architect, Brad’s collaborative approach to projects focuses on creating performance-based landscapes that strengthen the role of landscape architecture and bring together creative and strategic thinking.   In addition to Brad’s extensive professional experience, Brad is currently a sessional instructor at University of Guelph’s Landscape Architecture Program, providing exercises in urban design and master planning to help students understand the integrative design process that considers ecological, technological, socio-economic, human, and aesthetic factors in land development.  Projects focus on land planning, community design, urban design, and public engagement.

Brad was honoured as the 2023 University of Guelph Alumni Volunteer Award of Excellence recipient.  Brad is also an invited studio design critic at the University of Guelph and has enjoyed the opportunity to engage students in dialogue about design. He mentors several landscape architects as an OALA Advisor, assisting them in becoming full members and fully certified professionals.

Please join us in welcoming Brad to SDG, where he will undoubtedly lead the firm to new heights!