DLF Gary Player Golf Course - 2017

The DLF Gary Player Golf Course has  won Best new golf course by the India Golf Expo, Most Iconic & Transformational Golf Development by the India Golf Industry Association and recently hosted the Hero Women’s India Open. The tournament attracts the very best talent from across the globe. The Hero Women’s India Open is exciting for all participants, as the race gets very intense at this point in the season and offers an opportunity to talented young Indian women golfers to test their skill against some of their overseas counterparts.

DMG House - 2016

Construction has been completed on the DMG House near Lake Washington. The concept  was founded on a sustainable, low-maintenance approach to landscape design. 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 which was designed by RHO Architects and built by Lockhart Suver.

Thousand Islands Lake - 2016

GCH has been working with MZA architects to develop a master plan for a unique eco-resort on Thousand Islands Lake in Zhejiang Province of China.  Thousand Islands Lake is located 160 kilometers west of Hangzhou in the picturesque Qiandaohu National Forest and is a celebrated eco-tourism destination given the 1078 islets located in the vast and beautiful 573 square kilometer lake.

The six land parcels and four islands which make up the property are interconnected by bridges to include a main hotel, conference center, boutique hotel, villas, educational center and recreational amenities.  Because of the remote location, a staff lodging facility is also being provided within the property. Preservation of the existing forest and unique character of the property using sustainable practices is integral to the project planning.  

Microsoft Campus Courtyard - 2016

As a place for Microsoft employees to relax, this courtyard offers a variety of opportunities for activity, social interaction and passive relaxation. Landscape buffers minimize views into offices while providing pleasant views outward from those offices. “Meeting capsules” offer intimate places to sit and talk, while a raised stage, large-scale fireplace area, and tables and chairs provide space for group interactions.

Tehaleh - 2016

GCH is excited to see the trail network at Newland Tehaleh Community getting so much use by this vibrant community located near Mt. Rainier National Park. The ongoing master planning work by GCH has over 50 miles of trails integrated within the 4700 acre development. The trails offer spectacular views to Mount Rainier and traverse a variety of natural and created northwest landscapes. 

ELEV8 - 2016

Located in Bellevue, Washington, ELEV8 is mixed-use project comprised of retail shopping, offices, luxury apartments, and hotels. It is at the high point of downtown Bellevue, and when completed will have the tallest structures in the core area. We are excited to serve as the landscape architect for all exterior spaces. The landscape design includes several large water features, plazas, outdoor seating and dining, green roofs, bioretention planters and a large amphitheater.

Even Staybridge Hotel - 2016

Construction recently started on the Even Staybridge Hotel on the corner of Mercer and Fairview, it is soon to be a prominent icon as a gateway to South Lake Union from I-5. The design intent for this contemporary hotel is to create a place of refuge within a highly-traveled urban area. A central courtyard offers hotel guests opportunities for exercise, social interaction and relaxation in an outdoor setting. Planting beds, street trees and a large public sculpture enhance the pedestrian experience and contribute to the street character along the building facade.

DLF Restaurant and Club Pavilion - 2016

DLF recently opened their new Restaurant and Club Pavilion on the DLF Phase 5 property in Gurgaon, India just outside of Delhi.  GCH provided planning and landscape architecture services for the project which includes a large restaurant, bar, members lounges, tournament terrace gardens and other facilities.  The Pavilion is centrally located within a sprawling development including Gary Player and Arnold Palmer designed Golf Courses, numerous luxury residential towers, extensive park system and beautifully manicured boulevards. GCH has been working with DLF on this development and others in the region over the past ten years.  

Haixia Youth Center in Fuzhou, China - 2016

Construction is underway at the Haixia Youth Center in Fuzhou, China.  The 33 acre site located in China’s Fujian province is a government sponsored project designed to host youth from around the world for sports and cultural exchange programs.   The site features an international level conference center, innovation center, cultural street, youth exchange center and sports complex located on prime South China Sea waterfront.  GCH worked jointly with MZA architects on the master planning and landscape architectural design for the project.  The landscape design was fundamental in linking the unique architecture into a pedestrian orientated campus. The success of the Haixia Youth Center is expected to set the stage as a model for future and similar projects in other parts of China.

Safeco Plaza - 2016

GCH was recently approached by CommmonWealth Partners to develop initial ideas for the design of Safeco Plaza in Seattle. The plaza is located downtown, adjacent to a 50 story skyscraper and across the street from the Seattle Public Library. The proposed design provides an inviting space which includes an existing Henry Moore sculpture, outdoor dining, a reflecting pool, a large sculptural trellis and a tree grove.