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56 | J U N E 2 0 2 3 P H OTO G R A P H Y CO U RT E S Y L A N DS C A P E FO R M S Landscape Products Landscape Forms' newly released Theory is a system of furniture and struc- ture that merges rational transit shelters with sculptural beam benches to elevate and humanize transit experiences. Designed by Scott Klinker, this family of street furnishings consists of a transit shelter system, and beam and bench seat- ing elements. Theory uses modularity and aspects of non-prescriptive design to spark designers' creativity. "Merging the functionality of the shelter with the sculptural nature of the beams is a totally new approach to shelter systems, and allows for interesting layering opportunities between the various pieces in the collection," Heiser says. Another example of modularity is Backdrop, designed by Landscape Forms in collaboration with Kem Studio: this is a system of modular panels and acces- sories with a simple yet important purpose, to define the outdoor spaces where people want to be. "It's an innovative way to completely transform an outdoor area into an artful, functional environment with the feel of a room," Heiser says. Landscape Forms has greatly benefitted from its proprietary performance concrete, MeldStone, which has enabled the company to create large-scale organic forms, crisp-edged geometric pieces, thin-profile shapes, and seemingly weightless suspended architecture. "A great example of MeldStone's benefits is our design with Designworks, a BMW Group company, called Typology – a seat- ing and lighting collection that is extremely sculptural in appearance, with concrete forms draped over metal frames," Heiser says. Last but hardly least, while trees and other greenery are critical to landscape design, their health and upkeep is often overlooked, meaning elaborate and costly landscaping that is critical to the success of commercial and public places can quickly become drab and unappealing. Enter Cohen & Master Tree and Shrub Services Ltd., whose consulting ser- vices along with plant health care have – in addition to forging long lasting relationships with architects and developers – made them familiar to viewers of HGT V, The Weather Channel, and many other media venues. "A good upkeep plan for any landscape design is critical," says Cohen & Master director Tait Sala. "Moreover, we're increasingly included in the planning design stages of projects because we take inventory of existing greenery to determine its health and iden- tify any invasive species. This helps avoid last minute and costly design changes, in addition to helping formulate a landscape design." Additionally, Cohen & Master advises on hazards to landscaping, especially in urban zones. "Construction in downtown cores is the primary hazard of landscaping in that tree roots can easily be severed," Sala says. "An even more common problem is soil compaction from skid steers and even foot traffic, with the damage to greenery only becoming apparent over time." Consulting early on provides solutions to such problems, where it is adjustments to design or practical solutions such as underground post and beam placements that pre- serve roots and enable work on the surface to continue uninterrupted. A Backdrop outdoor site furniture. Theory sculptural beam bench. Thermal Gradient Header The award-winning HVAC design solution proven to cost-effectively and radically reduce building carbon emissions. "Best in Canada" Verified Results: 67% Energy Reduction 79% Carbon Reduction "Congratulations to Providence Health Care for their Brock Fahrni Pavilion project" Thermenex.indd 1 Thermenex.indd 1 2023-05-24 11:33 AM 2023-05-24 11:33 AM

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