Michael Boucher Landscape Architecture

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Michael Boucher Landscape Architecture is a professional landscape design firm located in southern Maine. MBLA, founded in 1994, is engaged in ongoing collaborations with many acclaimed architecture firms. The office is currently involved in a variety of projects nationally and internationally, connecting us to many landscape typologies, cultural viewpoints and methods of building. This experience benefits our clients and projects in providing a sense of objectivity that we fold into each new undertaking.We offer a full scope of landscape architecture services tailored to assist our clients in developing clear visions for their properties. Our designs explore the interplay between buildings, site structures and nature, with a focus on space-making and movement through the landscape. We take clues from nature - the land, vegetation and climate - but do not attempt to replicate nature's patterns. Instead, we merge architectural intentions and site dynamics as we help site buildings and shape the land around them. We strive to create elegant and lasting landscapes that are logical to build, inherently low-maintenance, and will endure in the collective memory of those who experience them. We advocate the use of native and indigenous plants, striving for a beautiful, practical and self-sustaining landscape. We are service-minded and comfortable handling projects of many types and sizes. We love what we do, and appreciate new opportunities to collaborate with others who share our outlook and enthusiasm.
news 12.13.2011Michael Boucher is a juror for the final review of Shane Coen's landscape architecture studio: 'Modernizing MIT', at the Harvard Graduate School of Design.11.18.2011 - 11.19.2011Jeff Pelletier is attending a conference at the Museum of Modern Art, New York:Second Wave of Modernism II: Landscape Complexity and Transformation 11.16.2011Michael Boucher is attending a series of workshops and events at Build Boston.11.15.2011Michael Boucher is attending a reception to celebrate the publication of DETROIT: 138 SQUARE MILES by Julia Reyes Taubman, at the Whitney Museum of American Art, in New York.11.09.2011 - 11.10.2011Michael Boucher is presenting work done by MBLA and participating in student reviews for Marlon Blackwell's architecture studio at the University of Arkansas Fay Jones School of Architecture.10.12.2011Michael Boucher is participating on the jury reviewing design proposals by students in Shane Coen's MLA Option Studio: Modernizing MIT, at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. 10.06.2011Michael Boucher is presenting a range of projects and leading discussions on the process of collaborative design for Adjunct Professor Amy Hinkley's senior architecture seminar at the University of Maine at Augusta. 06.14.2011 - 06.17.2011Michael Boucher is attending Ghost 13 an international architecture conference hosted by MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects in Upper Kingsburg, Nova Scotia. The theme, 'Ideas in Things', addresses architecture as a commitment to place and offers a critique of the current separation of the academy and practice; the mind and the hand.
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michael boucher Michael BoucherPrincipal, ASLAMichael Boucher has practiced landscape architecture for over 25 years. Born and raised in eastern Maine, his project experience includes site planning and design for public and private schools, universities, public parks, residential properties, and various types and scales of land development.PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONMichael is CLARB certified, a Maine licensed landscape architect and is registered to practice in nine other states.EDUCATIONHarvard Graduate School of DesignCambridge, MassachusettsMaster of Landscape Architecture 1985University of MassachusettsAmherst, Massachusetts Bachelor of Science, Environmental Designcum laude 1981University of MaineOrono, MaineAssociate of SciencePlant & Soil Technology 1979 PUBLIC SERVICELicensure Committee Maine Section of the Boston Society of Architects2009-presentARCHITALX Design Lecture CommitteeMember, 1997-1998, Advisor, 1998-presentSTUDIO CRITICArizona State UniversityBoston Architectural CenterHarvard Graduate School of DesignMassachusetts Institute of Technology University of MaineUniversity of Washington TEACHING POSITIONSMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge, MassachusettsDepartment of ArchitectureVisiting Studio InstructorSpring 1996, Fall 1997, Fall 1999Studio Consultant, Fall 2001Thesis reader, Fall 2002, Fall 2005

jeff pelletier Jeff Pelletier Landscape ArchitectJeff joined the firm in 2003 and has contributed to and led all phases of many of our projects, from design through construction. He brings to the studio a broad array of experiences and is currently working on designs for private residences in New Hampshire and Colorado as well as the ICA at Virginia Commonwealth University. PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONJeff is a Maine licensed landscape architect.EDUCATIONCornell UniversityIthaca, New YorkMaster of Landscape Architecture 2003University of MaineBachelor of ScienceBiology 1992 EXPERIENCETrowbridge & Wolf, Landscape ArchitectsIthaca, New YorkSummers 2001-2002EXHIBITIONS + AWARDSMichael Rapuano Memorial Award for Distinction in DesignCornell University 2003ASLA Faculty Award for Outstanding AchievementCornell University 2003Outstanding Graduate Teaching AssistantCornell University 2003Jury Award (with M.Marquard, L.Herrera, A.Johansen)"Designing the Highline"Friends of the Highline 2003"Reclaiming the Highline" ExhibitionDesign Trust for Public SpaceNew York, New York 2002PUBLIC SERVICEBrunswick Village Review Board

gretchen giumarro Gretchen Kelly GiumarroLandscape ArchitectGretchen has been with the firm since 2003, working on residential and campus designs, with a particular focus on the design phases of our work. Gretchen's current projects include private residences in Maine and Massachusetts.PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONGretchen is a Maine licensed landscape architect.EDUCATIONUniversity of VirginiaCharlottesville, VirginiaMaster of Landscape Architecture 2003Brown UniversityProvidence, Rhode IslandBachelor of ArtsComparative Literature/French 1993EXPERIENCED.I.R.T. studioCharlottesville, VirginiaDesigner, 2002-2003Cole Burrell DesignsFree Union, VirginiaDesign + Drafting, 2002Truex, Cullins + Partners ArchitectsBurlington, VermontMarketing Assistant, 1998-2000SERVICE + AWARDSBuildings and Grounds Committee MemberSt. Pauls SchoolConcord, New Hampshire2011-presentDesign Team Member, Pump HouseHighland Park, Texas2007 ASLA Residential Design Honor Award Winnerwith D.I.R.T. studioPresident, Student Chapter American Society of Landscape Architects2002-2003Member, The Raven SocietyUniversity of Virginia2001-present

seth kimball Seth KimballDesignerSeth joined MBLA in 2005, and has contributed to a variety of projects, from institutional landscapes to residential projects, as well as commercial properties. Seth brings to the firm his experience in a multidisciplinary firm, combined with practical knowledge of plants and construction. Seth's current projects include private residences in Austin, Idaho and New York. EDUCATIONUniversity of MassachusettsAmherst, MassachusettsBachelor of ScienceLandscape Architecture 2003 EXPERIENCEGawron Turgeon ArchitectsScarborough, Maine2003-2005Devine, Tarbell & AssociatesPortland, Maineintern, 2002Laurie Humphreys Landscape DesignPhiladelphia, Pennsylvanialandscape construction, 1999-2001PUBLIC SERVICEAdvocacy ChairMaine Section of the Boston Society of Landscape Architects

erin aiello Erin AielloDesignerErin brings to our team a new perspective with her architectural training and experience. Her recent studies at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute culminated with a thesis project exploring the relationship between the natural world and technology, proposing a flexible relationship between interior and exterior conditions. EDUCATIONRensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, New YorkBachelor of Architecture 2009International Study ProgramRome, ItalyFall 2006 EXPERIENCEResurgence Engineering & PreservationPortland, MaineDrafting + Design AssistantSpring - Summer 2011Woodward Connor Gillies & Seleman ArchitectsAlbany, New YorkProject Manager, 2009-2010Intern Architect, Summer 2008Yarosh Associates, Inc. Mashpee, MassachusettsIntern, Summers 2006, 2007PUBLIC SERVICEHabitat for HumanityPortland, MaineSite Selection Committee MemberWomen Build Committee Co-Chair

valerie king Valerie KingBusiness ManagerValerie has been our business manager since 2007. Valerie brings her expertise in running VTK Accounting, a sole proprietor accounting firm, and lends her expertise to the financial management of our projects.EDUCATIONHusson CollegeBangor, MaineBachelor of ScienceAccounting 1993Eastern Maine Technical CollegeBangor, MaineAssociate DegreeBusiness Administration 1991 EXPERIENCEVTK Accounting ServicesPortland, MaineSole Proprietor 2005-present Baker, Newman + NoyesPortland, MaineAudit Manager for Public Accounting Firm 1999-2005Poulin Financial ServicesScarborough, MaineAccountant 1998 Sandy River Health SystemsPortland, MaineCorporate Accountant 1995-1997