Monteverde Engineering & Design Studio

12/05/2025

We are big fans of the Shenandoah Rail Trail and are ecstatic over the latest report released by VDOT identifying the estimated costs associated with each option. SRT couldn’t have said it better…”Rail-to-Trail provides the most benefits for the most people, for the least money, in the shortest time.”

We were thrilled to help SRT visually communicate this vision through conceptual design renderings. The section of trail shown here illustrates a scenario where short segments of the proposed trail could maintain remnants of the former rail, providing a great opportunity for story-telling and education around the history of the railway. Preservation of short sections of railway offers a unique opportunity to integrate materials of the past with the needs of today.

10/17/2024

We have been hard at work with Harrisonburg Parks and Recreation, LSG Landscape Architecture, and Harman Construction, Inc. in helping design an exciting and new community experience at the beloved Kids Castle at Purcell Park. At the same time, we acknowledge all of the special moments and memories that have been had at the existing Kids Castle - whether it was by helping build this local landmark back in 1990, playing here throughout your childhood, or as a parent who watches their children play here today. We are encouraged by the community support in this new chapter of Kids Castle and believe that the realm of imagination that was created in 1990 will only grow as new generations experience new memories with new stories to tell!

If you missed the community meeting, you can see all of the designs in our images below, and check out the presentation materials at https://harrisonburgva.gov/purcell-park.

09/28/2024

We are thrilled to see the recent approval made by Harrisonburg City Council for this DOWNTOWN PARK! We have thoroughly enjoyed leading the design efforts for this vision plan and can’t think of a better group of community-driven advocates to see this park become a reality in the very near future Build Our Park!

There is something special happening in downtown Harrisonburg and we are grateful to be able to partner and walk alongside some of the best individuals and organizations there are!

Organizers said the project is expected to cost around $2 million and take between two to three years to complete.

08/17/2024

We are thrilled to see this project begin construction! This facility has been anticipated for some time and will improve safety and reduce response times throughout the City, all while positioning the Friendly City towards a healthy and sustainable growth moving forward!

07/29/2024

Monday Morning Collab to start off the week right! Two members (Jason Owen, Owen Piao) from our Landscape Architecture + Urban Design team pictured above.

04/12/2024

Thanks Harrisonburg Public Works for the extremely informative site visit this week! We have been enjoying our time with the talented JMU Architectural Design students and look forward to continued collaboration and teamwork between City Staff and JMU!

More to come soon!

03/13/2024

It is beginning to bloom outside of our Design Studio in !!!

02/09/2024

Great work from the junior studio and the progress made so far for park performance space! We’re excited to be walking alongside both groups, as well as ,and look forward to further progress!

10/16/2023

As often the case with design, we find that projects are far more than just lines on a paper…and the Crist Farm Walking Trails are no different. This once vacant 20 acre property - now made up of multi-purpose trails, overlooks, resting areas, a wooded labyrinth, and an on-going meadow restoration - was an encouraging reminder of how organizations like Bridgewater Retirement Community continue to seek community wellness and relationship, within its walls and out.

As stated on their website, “BRC is a vibrant nonprofit Life Plan Community in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley with a vision to enhance and energize healthy living for our residents and seniors throughout our region. Guided by our core principles of compassion, innovation, and stewardship, we offer the environment, support, and opportunities that empower residents to make the most of every day”.

This ‘private’ development is uniquely special as it extends to their very neighbors and the overall public at large. As a result, the invitation is not only an offer to enjoy this amenity today, but to experience the regenerative transformation of this landscape for years to come.

10/16/2023

As often the case with design, we find that projects are far more than just lines on a paper…and the Crist Farm Walking Trails are no different. This once vacant 20 acre property - now made up of multi-purpose trails, overlooks, resting areas, a wooded labyrinth, and an on-going meadow restoration - was an encouraging reminder of how organizations like Bridgewater Retirement Community continue to seek community wellness and relationship, within its walls and out.

As stated on their website, “BRC is a vibrant nonprofit Life Plan Community in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley with a vision to enhance and energize healthy living for our residents and seniors throughout our region. Guided by our core principles of compassion, innovation, and stewardship, we offer the environment, support, and opportunities that empower residents to make the most of every day”.

This ‘private’ development is uniquely special as it extends to their very neighbors and the overall public at large. As a result, the invitation is not only an offer to enjoy this amenity today, but to experience the regenerative transformation of this landscape for years to come.

BRIDGEWATER — The much-anticipated Crist Farm Walking Trail at Bridgewater Retirement Community made its official debut during a dedication ceremony held on Oct. 5.

06/29/2023

We are beyond excited to see this vision become reality!

Harrisonburg, VA - Government will receive $14.3
million in federal funds to develop the Downtown Harrisonburg Streetscape and Mobility Transformation project, which will include construction of a 2-way cycle track on Liberty St, which was first proposed as part of the 2040 Downtown Master Plan! Monteverde Engineering & Design Studio, PLC had the distinct pleasure of drafting this component into the plan, along with our collaborators Interface Studio LLC, Merritt Chase, and Ninigret Partners. Congrats to the City of Harrisonburg on this significant step towards plan implementation, thereby improving quality of life for its residents for generations to come!

05/29/2023

📢 Job Alert! Monteverde Engineering & Design Studio is always looking for talented + dynamic Landscape Architects, Environmental Designers & Civil Engineers to join our growing team in downtown Harrisonburg.

At Monteverde, we celebrate a vast diversity of project types and scales, providing endless opportunities for creativity and professional growth. If you're passionate about creating innovative, sustainable designs that make a difference, we'd love to meet you.

Don't miss the chance to be part of our fast-growing firm, where your contribution can shape the landscape of tomorrow. Apply today by emailing your Resume/CV and Portfolio to [email protected]