Urban Design + Landscape Architecture
Pfeifer Design + Associates is an interdisciplinary startup design firm working across professional disciplines to improve built and natural environments through planning and design, located in Treaty 6 Territory in Edmonton. Our approach is applied across scales to landscapes, public places, buildings, objects, and communications; with a focus on integrated design thinking. Our passion is meaningfully shaping built and natural environments that inform, engage, and inspire
Services
Urban Design
Urban design shapes the spaces between buildings, creating vibrant, functional, and resilient places. It blends architecture, landscape architecture, mobility, and public realm planning to craft environments that are beautiful and practical. Thoughtful urban design enhances walkability and fosters community identity.
Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture shapes the relationship between people, nature, and the built environment. From park and public space design to building site planning, low-impact development and green infrastructure, our work integrates natural systems with thoughtful placemaking.
Planning
Landscape Architecture shapes the relationship between people, nature, and the built environment. From park and public space design to building site planning, low-impact development and green infrastructure, our work integrates natural systems with thoughtful placemaking.
Communications
Communications shape people’s experience and understanding of the built environment. Through branding, illustration, and visual storytelling, we craft compelling narratives that bring places to life. Our expertise in urban design documents, wayfinding, interpretation, and experiential graphic design ensures clarity, cohesion, and impact.
Values
01. The Small Advantage
Operating in a market dominated by large firms, we offer:
Agility and Adaptability: Tailored solutions that meet client needs with a deep understanding of unique project contexts
Personalized Service: Strong, long-term client relationships that prioritize satisfaction
Experienced Leadership: Direct involvement of a senior Principal in project management and delivery, from start to finish
Flexibility and Efficiency: Fast decision making and project turnaround, thanks to a streamlined structure with no middle management
Design Innovation: Distinctive approaches that break free from the standardized methods of larger engineering-led firms
Cost-Effectiveness: High-quality results at competitive pricing
Enhanced Communication: A small team ensures clear and consistent coordination
We are passionate about public, vibrant, and sustainable and healthy people places. We walk-the-walk in making, promoting, and providing healthy and sustainable choices getting around including walking, biking, public transportation, or driving.
02. Lead By Example
We are passionate about public, vibrant, and sustainable and healthy people places. We walk-the-walk in making, promoting, and providing healthy and sustainable choices getting around including walking, biking, public transportation, or driving.
03. Bold Vision
We are active in design communities through participation in professional governance, and design discourse. We learn, write, design, and advocate for better and improved design outcomes in the built and natural environment. Meaningful and positive change starts with showing up and being involved in important causes and communities.
