Rob Gray

PLA, LEED AP | Partner

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As a creatively driven landscape architect and urban planner, Rob provides design leadership across multiple facets of the built environment and public realm. With unique visualization, representation, and communication skills, he enjoys inspiring community dialogue and making abstract concepts more tangible for clients. Rob is also a strong advocate for sustainability in design, and has been involved in the development of numerous complex projects that thoughtfully integrate green infrastructure in the public realm. He approaches sustainability as a key aspect of the design with innovative solutions that place strong emphasis on both the visibility and performance of sustainable practices in the built environment.

In his free time, Rob performs regularly as a classically trained bassoonist and is an avid gardener. He serves on the board of directors for the Kansas City Rose Society, stewards of the Laura Conyers Smith Municipal Rose Garden in Kansas City’s Jacob Loose Park. He and his husband, also named Rob, are proud parents to a Morkie named Robbie.

Directs business development firm-wide
Over twenty years in landscape architecture and urban planning
Vast range of experience in large-scale planning and design, including streetscape design, campus and community planning, healthcare, public parks, botanical and zoological gardens, resorts and theme parks

With this breadth of expertise, Rob developed a strong commitment to identifying solutions that evoke the spirit of a place in each design. He draws inspiration from both site and program to create settings that immerse the user in an enriching and memorable environment.

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