Sheraton Grand Da Nang - 2018

GCH is pleased to announce the recent opening of one of their hotel projects, the Sheraton Grand Da Nang Resort in Vietnam. The design for this property, including the landscape, was largely guided by the hotel’s future role as host to future APEC meetings in the region. Notable landscape features designed by GCH include an arrival water court, meandering stream, children’s play park, pop jet fountains, along with an astonishing 1 acre swimming pool ending with an infinity edge overlooking the East Vietnam Sea.   

California Plaza - 2018

Renovations of California Plaza in Walnut Creek, California have been completed. We worked closely with  SkB Architects and CBRE on the retail plaza. Features of the design include covered and open air seating areas, recreation areas (including Bocce Ball), and open air conference spaces.

DMG House in Gray Magazine - 2018

We were excited to see that the DMG House was a featured item in this month’s Gray magazine! The Lake Washington home was designed by RHO Architects and built by Lockhart|Suver. GCH’s landscape concept for the home was centered on a sustainable, low-maintenance approach. A large bio-retention planter collects storm water from the roof of the residence, nourishing the water-loving plants within the planter while reducing the amount of water running into the municipal storm system. Climate-appropriate plants throughout the site require little water and maintenance, and two courtyards provide flexible space for outdoor relaxation and gatherings. All exterior materials were carefully chosen to compliment the architectural character of the home.

EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites, Seattle - 2018

Construction is well under way for the new dual-branded EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites in Seattle. We are excited to have worked with InterContinental Hotels Group, Noble Investment Group and Murphy Varey Architects on this South Lake Union property. The owner’s attention to wellness-minded travelers can be seen in the exterior design with extensive outdoor landscape, green walls, gathering spaces and a special outdoor area for yoga. Corten planters and concrete seat walls have recently been installed and the landscape planting will be going in this month. 

Chee Chan Golf Resort in Asian Golf Magazine - 2018

GCH was excited to see Asian Golf’s February issue featuring an article about the Chee Chan Golf Resort!  GCH worked closely with Golfplan on the landscape design for the course in Pattaya, along the Gulf of Siam. The golf course is named after the Chee Chan Buddha; a 110 meter engraving in the limestone mountain that serves as a prominent vista throughout the golf course.  As part of the landscape design for the project, views were carefully framed to this and other dramatic natural formations and focal points surrounding the golf course.

Nest Hotel and Pool - 2018

We recently received new photos of the Nest Hotel in Incheon, South Korea near Seoul. GCH provided the landscape architecture services, including dining terraces, entertainment areas, a glamping area, sculpture gardens, a waterfront promenade and pool complex.

Point Roberts - 2017

The Point Roberts waterfront resort community is envisioned to be a destination that compliments the beauty of the region while maintaining the sites character. The project program includes over 200 new residences, upgrades to the existing marina and facilities, a yacht/beach club, commercial core, recreational areas, museums, parks and open spaces, native wetlands revitalization, and waste management facilities.

GCH used open spaces to create a natural visitor experience and promote land value while interconnecting the community. The existing marina was carefully integrated into the master plan as it was to be the focal point of the new surrounding community development. The commercial core is the central icon for the development and complements the architectural style of the hotels, clubhouse, and residential areas to strengthen the overall image. Residential areas are located in clusters to create open space for courtyards, pools, walkways, and connection to the water. 

The Lookout at Lake Chelan - 2017

We recently received this wonderful video from the folks at The Lookout in Chelan. It has been very exciting to take part in the site design and to watch the community grow over the years. Located on a high point on the southern side of Lake Chelan, “The Lookout” provides wonderful views to the lake and the surrounding area. The project consists of residential homes, parks, a village center, trails and a waterfront marina. GCH is excited to continue working with the community and watch its continued development.

Botánika, Costa Rica - 2017

Construction is currently underway for GCH’s Botánika project on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. Hilton Worldwide introduced GCH to the owners of this extraordinary eco-resort which will be the first ground-up designed Curio brand hotel for Hilton. GCH has been working closely with the Owner, Hilton’s Executive Design Review Committee, conservation groups, local council, and a consultant team of international architecture and design firms, to provide site planning and landscape architecture for this exciting property. 

5% of Earth’s wildlife is located in Costa Rica with 2.5% of the world’s biodiversity present in the Osa.  It’s no wonder that National Geographic named the Osa: “the most biologically intense place on Earth”.  In keeping with this enormous responsibility, GCH has collaborated with the extended team to replace non-native vegetation with native species and to re-establish migratory trails for wildlife – both on the ground and thru the tree canopy – to allow mammals and other wildlife safe habitat and the ability to move freely through the property.  As a result of the ecological responsibilities taken thru the design process for this project, enrichment of the guest experience will be profound.  

GCH New Offices - 2017

GCH moved to a new location in early September 2017. We’re now settling into a building from 1902 that originally served as a local neighborhood grocery store. For the last 30 years, it has been home to a specialty book distributor. We are excited to move into a new space and already feel like we are part of the vibrant community around us.