Michael Vergason Landscape Architects

Michael Vergason Landscape Architects, Ltd. is a studio-based practice committed to timeless design and masterful execution. Established in the Washington, D.C. area in 1987 and incorporated in 2004, MVLA employs 12 landscape architects and 1 administrative staff. MVLA cultivates a purposefully small corps with a diverse range of backgrounds, including specializations in fine art, architecture, […]

The Missouri Botanical Garden’s Jack C. Taylor Visitor Center brings new life to one of the country’s most significant horticultural institutions. By prioritizing the Garden’s mission “to discover and share knowledge about plants and their environment in order to preserve and enrich life,” the Center is a gateway to the Garden’s collection, now hosting 1.25 […]

Community interaction with water can feel surprisingly limited in the District of Columbia, despite its historic setting along the confluence of two rivers. The opportunity to reconnect people with this resource is realized by The Wharf’s 7th Street Park and Recreation Pier, which draws visitors over and into the Washington Channel. In an intensive design […]