Columbia River Reserve - 2019

GCH worked on the original planning and landscape architecture for Sagecliffe and the Cave B Inn & Winery, located adjacent to the Gorge Amphitheater in eastern Washington. We have recently start to assist with the planning and design for the next phases of development; which may include a hotel and event center, lake and beach park, resort residential communities, luxury camping, along with various trails and amenities. Paramount to every aspect of the planning effort is preservation and enhancement of the natural environment and ecosystems of the Columbia River Basin.  

Vineyards Community Pool - 2019

GCH is currently working on the design of several new parks and community features for The Lookout at Lake Chelan. This illustration is of The Vineyards Community Pool, which anchors the north end of Vineyard Park, the central pedestrian green corridor through the community.  GCH is excited to continue working with The Lookout and to watch its continued development and growth.

Sky Lake - 2019

GCH has been busy working with the development team at Sky Lake Resort in Vietnam expanding their idyllic destination property outside of Hanoi. The IMG Prestige property currently including two 18-hole championship courses and clubhouse will soon be adding 70 luxurious branded villas and residences with planning and landscape design provided by GCH. The project will ultimately include further development with two hotels, water park, additional high end residential communities and expanded golf facilities.

Reed's Crossing - 2019

GCH has been working with Newland Communities on the planning of Reed's Crossing; a 465 acre mixed-use community in Hillsboro, Oregon. Brian Merritt from Minuteman Mortgage has been keeping the world updated on the progress of the development through his YouTube channel, including this video he shot earlier this month showing the first phase of construction.

Ultimately Reed's Crossing will include 3500 residential units with a broad range of densities and neighborhoods, a shopping and entertainment district, commercial and office spaces, schools, and a network of parks, trails, and open spaces. The community is currently the largest mixed-use residential development planned in Oregon.

Meadow Park - 2019

We have been busy working on the  design of Meadow park, which is almost complete! This 20 acre park will include an event lawn, pavilion, lake, trails, STEM design features, and an amphitheater. The site will also serve as the primary stormwater facility for the Tehaleh community. Several large art pieces will be included in the park that will relate to the storm water functions.

Yesler Terrace - 2019

GCH is excited to be working with Vulcan Real Estate and Encore Architects on a mixed-use housing development in Yesler Terrace. The design protects and celebrates several existing trees and integrates urban wildlife habitat features with new native and drought tolerant planting. Other Site features include a neighborhood gateway, a series of pausing and amenity zones for public use and a series of integrated raingardens; that reveal and celebrate onsite storm water. The landscape design emphasizes our commitment to creating high-quality public open space and the seamless integration of new developments into the changing urban fabric of this neighborhood.

Dexter Yard - 2019

GCH is currently working on this exciting development located in South Lake Union. This full block project includes a through-block pedestrian connection and a field house for community gathering. Other amenities include an amphitheater, outdoor dining areas, public plazas, roof gardens and bioretention planters. SkB Architects have designed two beautiful buildings that respect the history of South Lake Union respond to the surrounding neighborhood.

Ferrying Trees - 2018

GCH recently worked on the landscape design of a private residence on Orcas Island. The design included over 30 mature trees which were transported across the Rosario Strait on Washington State Ferries.

Magnuson Residence - 2018

Construction was recently completed on the landscape for this existing private residence near Magnuson Park in Seattle. GCH redesigned the entire site, including this new retaining wall that includes a water feature and planter. The new design also includes an arrival court with fountain, extended parking area, stepped terraces, multiple outdoor seating and dining areas (including outdoor fireplaces and barbeque areas), lighting, new fencing, and a putting green.

Chengdu Hilton Concept Design - 2018

GCH recently prepared initial concept designs for a new luxury mountain resort at Qing Cheng Mountain near Chengdu, China.  This plan detail shows the natural Onsen Spa area designed for the mountain retreat. The entire program includes two Hilton Hotels,  the Onsen Spa, multiple swimming pools and water features, luxury lakeside villas, a recreational zone with putting course and commercial area.