Danielle ClevelandASLA, LEED AP BD+C

Danielle Cleveland is a veteran landscape architect known for a research-driven approach that places user well-being at the forefront of design. With two decades of experience, Danielle has left an indelible mark on a diverse array of projects, ranging from preschools to expansive corporate campuses and hospitals. Her meticulous attention to detail and empathetic leadership style have made her a trusted project leader and client resource.

Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a passion for infusing wellness principles into every aspect of design, fostering collaborative partnerships with clients to deliver bespoke solutions tailored to each project's unique needs. An emphasis on collaboration and the healing power of nature are consistent themes in her work.

Among Danielle's notable projects, her work on the Edwards Lifesciences campus in Irvine is recognized as a model of a sustainable, collaborative corporate campus, including the first commercial rainwater harvesting system in the city. Another signature project, the Environmental Nature Center Preschool, which earned an AIA COTE Top 10 Plus honor and an ASLA Southern California Honor Award, is designed around nature-based play and outdoor learning environments.

Danielle is a sought-after speaker at education and landscape architecture conferences, including CASH, A4LE and ASLA, where she was a keynote speaker. In her public advocacy, she champions the importance of outdoor spaces for school campuses and advocates for informed design practices.