Prorata Practice Profile 2015

prorata landscape architecture & urban design

www.prorata.co.nz

Cenotaph & ANZAC Memorial - Remembrence Park, LEVIN

profile who we areprorata landscape architecture is a small, passionate and energetic award winning landscape architecture practice based in palmerston north, manawatu.

with a bckground in commercial horticulture and landscape construction our design led practice specialises in providing our clients with professional landscape consultancy and achieveable design solutions. we are experts in turning high level planning policy, strategy and vision into actual constructed spaces.

we work alongside our clients to provide the right design solution on all types of commercial and public projects both ruarl and urban. we also work alongside many of the regions leading landscape contractors, architects, engineers and construction companies to deliver quality landscape outcomes.

we offer our clients the following services:

landscape design consultancyconceptual spatial & landscape designlandscape masterplans and detailed designplanting plans and revegetation strategies3D sketches and photo imagingresource consent mattersproject management

our primary client base in within the greater horowhenua, manawatu and wanganui regions, however we also undertake work around the new zealand and overseas for commercial clients, community groups, schools, private institutions, local, regional and national government agencies. to date we have completed work for clients in china, wellington, hawke’s bay, waikato, taupo, christchurch and around the lower north island.

all projects are led by our practice director and intenational award winning landscape architect dave charnley. dave is a registered landscape architect with the new zealand institute of landscape architects (NZILA), has a honours degree in landscape architecture from lincoln university and other qualifications in horticulture and arboriculture. he has also held various horticultural and landscaping industry positions both here and overseas.

New Zealand Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research Centre


process how we thinkat prorata landscape architecture we love the land upon which we exist. from the micro to the grandest of landscapes, we are interested in the ongoing wellbeing of man and nature.

existing in harmany with natural systems drives us. immersing ourselves within rivers, forests, lakes, mountains and oceans, inspires our thinking.

while nature provides the starting point for our design process, culture and context informs and shapes the overall result. we care deeply about natural processes and the environment. we are passionate about art, architecture, urban design and the built environment.

our philosophy:

“we believe quality landscape architecture and landscape design should serve to integrate both natural and cultural processes.

we believe good design is about creating functional, comfortable and inspiring spaces for human use while promoting integrated environmental wellbeing.”

stormwater management - rural subdivisonprorata

landscape architecture & urban design

projects what we do

revegetation reintroducing native plants species to increase biodiversity, create habitat opportunity or just simply stabilise the existing landcover is always an exciting process for us and a rewarding exercise for our clients.

we often collaborate work other professionals in a multidisciplinary approach to get succesful results.these can include specialist nurseries and suppliers, engineers, hydrologists, ecologists, the department of conservation, local and regional councils.

seeing natural systems restablish and function amongst human use and process is a satisfying result for any community and all stakeholders involved

what our clients say:

a very creative, practical way that has people admiring the result. we are happy to recommend prorata to anyone who wants a landscape architect with imagination, commitment and attention to detail.”

images:foxton beach dune restoration

pekapeka beach house dune stabilisation


projects what we do

rural designalot of our work is rural based design working with private clients and smaller communities on various projects where consideration of rural or small town landscape character and land use is paramount to their rural identity.

often udertaking site planning for bare blocks, onsite stormwater management, community walkways, town facility upgrades, streetscap upgrades, planting and mitigation plans to meet resource consent conditions

we work alongside our clients to provide the vision and way forward for long term site development while considering rural identity and ef-fects of development into rural areas and communities.

images:queen street east walkway

wairarawa stream walkwayfoxton motor camp

rural subdivison


projects what we do

commercial

for corporate companies looking to enhance their image or simply to meet district planning provisions.

prorata commercial landscape design provide the creative ideas for your commercial premises. we listen to your requirements, give youprofessional advice and provide the design solutions to lift your corporate image and branding.

whether it be the front of building, entrance, staff outdoor areas,carparks or sustainable community focused projects, we are the people to deliver the goods.

images:department of corrections, p nth

countdown rangitikei street, p nthturners & growers, p nth

coffee in a box, p nth


projects what we do

rural lifestyle

looking to buy or just bought a block of rural paradise and don’t know where to start?

prorata landscape architecture can assist with site planning and development so you can achieve your rural lifestyle vision.

we grew up in the country and have the design skills to steer you in the right direction.

prorata landscape architecture the landscape design specialists

projects what we do

school / institutions / public facilities

improving education, public facilities and creating identity for the future.

prorata landscape architecture can provide the creative design ideas for schools, educational institutions and other public facilities. building identity, improving the sociology of space and enhancing outdoor play / rest opportunities is important for students, staff and visitors alike.

we will listen to your requirements, give you professional advice and provide the design vision to guide your school or facility in the right direction.

images:longburn school

royal new zealand police collegeroslyn school

new agricultural greenhouse gas research centrelevin rose gardens

foxton beach motor camp


projects what we do

playgrounds

improving play opportunities for all ages within public & private spaces

we work alongside schools, kindergartens, playground equipment designers, play consultants, district councils, and community trusts to design and integrate play structures and natural play opportunities within existing private institutions, public reserves, parks and urban spaces.

at prorata, we ar all big kids at heart and we relish any opportunity to create the challenge, freedom and sense of fun playspaces can provide.

images:pioneer park, te awamutu

campbell street kindergarten, pnthsommerset kindergarten, pnth

foxton beach motor camp


projects what we do

urban design

the space between, the art of placemaking in a modern built up environment.

with prorata landscape architecture that journey from A to B just got that much more interesting.......

prorata urban design focuses on vibrant, functional, sustainable and inspired external urban space. purposeful spaces where people meet, gather and reconnect with their community, colleagues and friends. district and city councils, government agencies, institutions and developers call us today to discuss your next urban deisgn project. we have the experience and expertise in working alongside other professional consultants to deliver quality design outcomes.

images:new zealand agricultural greenhouse gas research centre

c.j. monro memorial , massey universityremembrance park, levin


recent news

AOTEAROA

IFLA Exhibition Park2013 World Landscape Art Expo, Jinzhou, ChinaSilver Award (2nd place overall)

through an international design competition run by the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), Prorata Landscape Architecture has been selected along with 19 otherinternational landscape architectural practices to exhibit at the 2013 World Landscape Art Exposition in Jinzhou, China.

our concept is titled ‘Aotearoa’ and is centred around the oceanic themes of pacific island geomorphology, seafaring migration and Maori mythology. All onste stormwater is harvested in ponds, filtered and retained onsite for reticulation over central pou water feature.

Opened in May 2013 the exposition ran until October 2013. All top 20 IFLA selections now remain permanently within the site as the main central city botanical garden for the citizens of Jinzhou City .

Peoples Choice Award2015 Resene NZILA Pride Of Place Awards

Nominated and recognised by industry peers for our success on the global stage, Aotearoa was also recently selected by peer vote forthe Peoples Choice Award at the 2015 Resene NZILA Pride of Place Awards. Ddescribed as ‘an amazing international achievement with a strongly articulated and cleverly designed landscape’

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IFLA Exhibition Garden ‘Aotearoa’ - 2013 World Landscape Art Expo, Jinzhou China

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recent news

Maestro Colour Award - LandscapehResene Total Colour Awards 2014

Prorata Landscape Architecture recently were awarded national runner up in the Landscape section at the 2014 Resene Total Colour Awards for their work with Foxton Beach Motor Camp.

We are excited by being recognised for this award, though acknowledge this is bought about by a positive community effort supported by a client with lmited resources but bold vision.

What the judges said :

“Incorporating themes of ‘Retro’ Caravan Awning patterns and the local seascape this motor camp embraces this theme and perspective incredibly well. It brings together the focus of the location with the natural environment to celebrate both in a colourful lively way to attract and reflect the liveliness of its regular stream of family campers.

The use of colour on this project brings a warm and vibrant feel; without it the landscape could be very bland. Using bold strokes of colour on key elements of the project also provides a quick means of recognisable identification of key camp locations when the camp is abuzz with holiday activity. “

Landscape Colour Maestro Award

publications

native by designcanterbury press 2011

director of prorata landscape architecture, dave chranley has features a contribution in this stunning book ‘Native By Design’ wriitten by Professor Ian Spellerberg & Michelle Frey.

The book features 20 emerging and established New Zealandlandscape architects who discuss the topic of designing with native plant species and is backed up with some stunning photos of these projects by photographer John Malliard.

‘Native by Design is a snapshot in time and cross-sec-tion of gardens and landscapes … with the text by the 20 designers … providing intelligent insight.’

Peter Goodwin, Otago Daily Times

This book is available through all good bookstores and published by the Canterbury University Press.

other publications

Alfresco Magazine

NZ Landcape Architecture Magazine edition 25 Autumn 2015

featured in Native By Design - New Zealand Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research Centre

contact us

prorata landscape architecture

117 broadway ave, palmerston noth aotearoa, new zealand

m: 0276175035

e: [email protected]

www.prorata.co.nz

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www.linkedin.com/pub/dave-charnley

Feature Screening - Foxton Beach Motor Camp


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town sign enhancement plantings - levin

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