Michigan Central: Meet our Landscape Architect Lex Zavala in Conversation with Mikyoung Kim March 11, 2021 From the Youth Center Space in Corktown Detroit, Lex Zavala, Director of Programs, Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation, joins Mikyoung Kim to discuss how MYKD’s design approach at Ford Motor Company’s Michigan Central will engage the community and showcase the site’s heritage. The two […] Read More
Familiar Faces – Mikyoung Kim March 10, 2021 Landscape Architecture Magazine has featured Mikyoung and the Design Museum’s exhibition about diversity and accessibility. Stephanie Roh, a student at the University of Washington says “Seeing Mikyoung running a firm is mind-blowing to me. This is the first time where I’ve seen someone […] Read More
MYKD is recognized by The Chicago Athenaeum Design Awards for Design Excellence in Environments January 8, 2021 The 70th Chicago Athenaeum Design Awards recognizes MYKD’s Boston Children’s Hospital Rooftop Healing Garden, Prudential Exchange Plaza, and Booth Arts Plaza — all in Boston, MA — for leading design excellence in Environments. We’re honored to be acknowledged by the museum’s enduring program […] Read More
Landscapes that Heal + Connect December 29, 2020 Some exciting projects that have expanded our design research in human and ecological health and well being in 2020. Read More
2020 State of the Texas Medical Center December 17, 2020 In parallel with completion of construction documents for Texas Medical Center’s TMC3 Park in Houston, TX, Mikyoung Kim was pleased to participate in a state-wide presentation of how the world’s largest medical city is battling Covid-19 while looking ahead to promote healthy living […] Read More
A|N Best of Design 2020 December 4, 2020 MYKD is honored to be among the firms recognized by The Architect’s Newspaper in this year’s Best of Design Awards for our work at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein Learning Campus (Landscape, Honorable Mention) and for the 37 acre park in the TMC3 […] Read More
Mariya Lupandina Promoted to Design Associate September 9, 2020 Join us in congratulating Mariya Lupandina for her promotion to Design Associate at MYKD! Mariya’s experience includes planning and concept development for a number of urban greenspaces and educational institutions. With a interest in wellness and inclusive design, Mariya focuses on designing visionary […] Read More
MYKD is Hiring! August 13, 2020 As an award-winning landscape architecture and urban design studio that focuses on innovative design in urban plazas, large scale parks and masterplans throughout the country, we are looking to expand our team to further connect with our clients and build more healthful cities. […] Read More
New Partners HealthCare Centers June 23, 2020 With Gensler Architects and Partners HealthCare, MYKD is working to develop three new Partners HealthCare centers in Massachusetts. This $400 million investment aims to provide improved healthcare throughout the state to address widespread disparities within our communities by providing much needed behavioral health, […] Read More
Jess Hamilton Promoted to Associate June 17, 2020 We are pleased to announce that Jess Hamilton has been promoted to Associate at MYKD! Jess has extensive experience in developing innovative community focused parks and plazas throughout the country. With a focus on environmental and human resiliency, she is dedicated to bringing […] Read More
Rethinking Urban Spaces May 27, 2020 As we adjust to this new way of living and think about what it means as our cities open up again, we wonder what the new normal will be. Featured in Boston Magazine, Mikyoung Kim and other local professionals discuss the future of […] Read More
Conner’s Spring Reading List March 27, 2020 Spring has sprung, though it seems that COVID-19 is here to stay. While you’re federally ordered to stay on your couch and socially distance, here’s six book recommendations from MYKD’s Conner Cunningham to keep your mind and hands busy. 1.) The Rings of Saturn by […] Read More
Each One Makes: Hands-On Design Workshop March 11, 2020 Yufan Gao and Jess Hamilton celebrated International Women’s Day by exploring and creating with Boston’s future designers by making treehouses out of found materials. With the BSA and the WID community, design firms across Boston came together for this family-friendly workshop to impact […] Read More
Architect Magazine features Innovative Lighting Design February 14, 2020 Architect Magazine’s article, Nine Architectural Lighting Designers Identify Innovations and Ideas for 2020 and Beyond, profiles nine studios from across the country for our industry-changing lighting advancements. As our urban environments have become increasingly densified, meeting the needs of neighborhoods and individual residents […] Read More
Ian Downing Promoted to Associate Principal February 6, 2020 Congratulations to Ian Downing for his promotion to Associate Principal at Mikyoung Kim Design! Through his work in complex urban environments and expertise focused on landscape technology and systems-focused design, he has proven experience with the complexities of structural landscapes and seamless integration […] Read More
The Nexus wins LIT Lighting Design Award January 30, 2020 The Nexus at UNC Charlotte was awarded an Honorable Mention award from the LIT Design Awards for its interactive lighting. The lighting is activated by students as they move around the sculpture at this transit hub in Charlotte, North Carolina. “The design concept […] Read More
2020 Projects to Watch in Boston January 22, 2020 Curbed Boston lists our LGBTQ-friendly senior housing project at 15 Everett Street as one of the “projects to watch” in 2020. We are excited to be a part of the Penrose development team for this path breaking project in Hyde Park. At the […] Read More
Mariya’s 2020 Book Picks January 8, 2020 Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to read more? If you’re looking for somewhere to start or are building a list of your own, MYKD’s Mariya Lupandina has some suggestions for your 2020 must-read list! From international fiction to Pulitzer prize finalists, […] Read More
The Year in Review at MYKD: 2019 December 30, 2019 It has been an incredible year at MYKD! As we reflect on 2019- we want to share some highlights from this year, express thanks to new friends and clients, and look forward to projects that are going into construction in 2020. winter Children’s […] Read More
Mikyoung Joins Van Alen Institute Board of Trustees December 10, 2019 Mikyoung is very pleased to join the Board of Trustees at Van Alen Institute in New York City. It is an honor to be a part of this institution that supports cross-disciplinary research and civic engagement. Mikyoung is looking forward to focusing on […] Read More
A|N Best of Design 2019 December 5, 2019 The Boston Children’s Hospital Green Master Plan was selected as a winner of the Architect’s Newspaper’s 2019 Best of Design Awards in the Unbuilt Landscape category. This plan was a community-based process that focused on bringing restorative gardens and more effective medical care […] Read More
This Weekend: ASLA Extreme Design Challenge November 15, 2019 Join the esteemed jury of Hood, Kim, and Delk for a shark tank style presentation in the Expo showcasing student ideas and work! Student finalists from schools across the country will guide a vibrant discussion of ideas that matter today. Sunday, November 17th, […] Read More
Booth Theatre & Exchange at 100 Federal Win BSA Honors October 17, 2019 Boston University’s Booth Theatre & the Exchange at 100 Federal Street were selected as honor award recipients by the Boston Society of Architects. The recognition highlights exemplary projects that serve as inspiration for practitioners and elevate the potential for positive impact that architecture […] Read More
Boston’s Seaport: Climate Change Adaptation October 11, 2019 MYKD’s Bryan Chou participated in a boat tour hosted by Boston Harbor Now and the BSLA to discuss how new development in Boston’s Seaport is designed to accommodate our changing climate. The tour brought together landscape architects, engineers, and federal and state elected […] Read More
ASLA Award Winner: McIntire Botanical Garden October 1, 2019 MYKD’s master plan for the soon to be McIntire Botanical Garden has won an Honor Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects in the analysis and planning category. The plan incorporates a vision for a premier botanical garden in Central Virginia that […] Read More
Yufan Gao Promoted to Associate September 17, 2019 We are very pleased to announce that Yufan Gao has been promoted to Associate at MYKD! Yufan brings a wide range of experiences to her role as both project manager and designer on numerous important projects in the office. She currently is the […] Read More
Announcing Student Finalists for the Extreme Design Challenge September 15, 2019 We are delighted to announce the selected students for the Extreme Design Challenge Competition at the ASLA Conference on Landscape Architecture, San Diego 2019. We received many compelling entries, and we appreciate the interest and effort of everyone who applied. This “shark tank” […] Read More
Bryan Chou Promoted To Associate Principal September 12, 2019 We are excited to announce that Mikyoung Kim Design has promoted Bryan Chou to Associate Principal. As MYKD’s Design Leader, Bryan has continued to expand and evolve the firm’s research-based design process, which merges the science and art of landscape architecture through material innovation […] Read More
Constructing Landscape: GSA Video Series September 12, 2019 A new video series, Constructing Landscape, features insights from a group of landscape architecture leaders about industry trends and challenges to federal projects. The series was created by Christian Gabriel, Design Director of the General Services Administration, to educate and inspire the agency’s […] Read More
MYKD Adds To Our Team September 3, 2019 MYKD has added three talented designers to our team this summer! We’re pleased to welcome Conner Cunningham, Nam Jung Kim, and Jack Beresford (from left to right) to our team. Conner Cunningham joins MYKD as a Designer. Conner received his Bachelors of Science […] Read More
Tour the Booth Theatre Arts Plaza at Boston University August 28, 2019 Join our design team for the Edgar Booth Theatre and Arts Plaza at Boston University on Wednesday, September 11th for a project tour, hosted by the Illumination Engineering Society (IES). We’ll walk this unique urban site and explore how our multi-disciplined team collaborated […] Read More
Van Alen Report Profiles Crown Sky Garden August 27, 2019 Highlighting the connection between science-informed design and healthier cities, the Van Alen Institute profiles the Crown Sky Garden project in its Van Alen Report 20. “Healthcare facilities have been on the leading edge for quantifying the impacts of the built environment and demonstrating the […] Read More
Creating Places to Play for Refugee Children August 16, 2019 Mikyoung Kim Design’s Mariya Lupandina served on a committee – the Global Design Initiative for Refugee Children (GDIRC) – to help children affected by the refugee crisis. The following is a recap describing her experience. What unique service can architects and landscape architects […] Read More
The Nexus in Top 100 August 15, 2019 Our firm’s art project, The Nexus at UNC Charlotte in Charlotte was selected as one of the Top 100 projects in the CODA Awards, which celebrate work that successfully integrates commissioned art into interior, architectural, or public spaces.. Stay tuned – winners will […] Read More
Michigan ASLA Annual Conference Keynote August 8, 2019 This fall, Mikyoung will give the keynote address at the Michigan ASLA Conference on Landscape Architecture. She will share recent work, highlighting landscape architecture’s role in enlivening the urban civic realm while also designing for resiliency. The conference will take place October 24 […] Read More
Metropolis Profiles Four Innovative Landscapes August 6, 2019 Metropolis magazine profiled four innovative urban landscapes from around the world, including the Regenstein Center at Chicago Botanic Garden... Read More
CLAD Magazine Feature July 11, 2019 In their 2nd issue of the year, CLAD magazine features Kath Hudson’s interview with Mikyoung. Through the Q&A, they explore process, impact, and community. “Every project has to strike a balance between bringing something new to a community, addressing resiliency problems and creating […] Read More
Join Us at the University of Virginia June 21, 2019 Join Mikyoung on Sept 9th at 5pm at the University of Virginia for the Dean's Forum lecture. Read More
Chicago Botanic Garden in Metropolis Magazine June 13, 2019 Mikyoung was interviewed by Metropolis magazine about our work at the Regenstein Learning Campus of the Chicago Botanic Garden. “We were interested in the role of the natural world in our everyday lives and how we encourage creative engagements,” says Mikyoung, “How do […] Read More
Strength of Diversity in Practice April 30, 2019 Mikyoung Kim, Walter Hood of Hood Design Studio, and Michelle Delk of Snohetta will be delivering an education session at this year’s National ASLA Conference titled “Jumping off the Deep End: Strength of Diversity in Building a Practice.” Through a case study approach, […] Read More
Join Us At the BSLA Conference May 14, 2019 On May 22nd, join thought leaders from landscape architecture practice and academia, architecture and planning, horticulture and engineering, municipal agencies and nonprofit organizations and other industry experts at the 4th annual Boston Society of Landscape Architects Conference. MYKD Design Leader, Bryan Chou, and […] Read More
Case Study: Prudential Center Plaza May 10, 2019 Located in the heart of Boston’s historic Back Bay neighborhood, this plaza is a constant hub of activity serving pedestrians accessing both the retail at the Prudential Center and office tenants at 888 Boylston Street. Inspired by the site’s wind patterns, custom designed […] Read More
Announcing a student design competition! May 7, 2019 THE EXTREME DESIGN CHALLENGE: ASLA Conference on Landscape Architecture, San Diego 2019 What is the journey between a great idea and a path breaking design project? This call invites students to participate in a “shark tank” style competition... Read More
Plenary Speaker at American Public Gardens Conference April 30, 2019 If you’re attending this year’s American Public Gardens Association conference, be sure to catch Mikyoung as a plenary speaker on June 18th. This year’s conference theme, Thrive Together: Diversity Grows Gardens, celebrates public landscapes’ powerful role in shaping our world, while also renewing […] Read More
Boston Women Designers: Then and Now April 9, 2019 What does Boston’s social and political landscape look like for women designers today, and how has it evolved over time? Hear the personal perspective from local leaders at “Boston Women Designers: Then and Now.” Mikyoung Kim will be part of this panel discussion, […] Read More
Green Streets Commuter Challenge April 5, 2019 This year we are excited to take our commitment to healthy and sustainable community building a step farther by participating in the Green Streets Commuter Challenge. MYKD designer Jess Hamilton is on the Board of Directors of the Green Streets Initiative, and we’re […] Read More
Designing Landscapes over Structure April 5, 2019 Working in the city often means that newly planned civic spaces must take into account the structural constraints of the building program that exists below. Whether it’s a new green roof atop a building– or a street-level plaza on a structural slab– when […] Read More
Landscape Architecture Exhibit at Boston City Hall April 3, 2019 Check out some of our work at Boston City Hall! For Boston Design Week, the Boston Society of Architects has created an exhibit in City Hall lobby. It celebrates some of the dozens of open space projects, built or in process, that exemplify […] Read More
ASLA Southeast Regional Conference Keynote April 2, 2019 Are you attending this year’s ASLA Southeast Regional Conference in Greenville, South Carolina? As a keynote speaker, Mikyoung will explore “Building Innovative Habitats for Human Engagement.” The theme “Leading Transformations” shapes this year’s conference. In framing her own experiential framework for transformation, Mikyoung will […] Read More
Thinking through Making: a Panel Discussion March 22, 2019 New Yorkers - join Cooper Hewitt in collaboration with the DesignSingapore Council for this complimentary talk on April 17th at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum... Read More
The Art & Science of Landscape at Georgia Tech March 19, 2019 As a guest speaker in the Douglas C. Allen Lecture series, Mikyoung spoke about the scientific research in both ecological and human resiliency that shapes her studio's interest in human-centered design. Read More
NPR Features Potomac River Kaleidoscope March 11, 2019 Washington, D.C.’s local NPR affiliate, WAMU, recently featured Mikyoung Kim Design’s Potomac River Kaleidoscope project. The piece, “What’s With the Kaleidoscope Tower on D.C.’s 14th Street Bridge?” explores the gateway landmark’s surprising evolution, as part of WAMU’s “What’s With Washington” series. In the story, […] Read More
Join Mikyoung at Georgia Tech March 1, 2019 On Wednesday, March 6, Mikyoung will be speaking at Georgia Tech on the benefits of landscapes that focus on environmental and physiological health and well being. She will discuss the scientific research that shapes our firm’s interest in human-centered design and how pressing hydrological issues […] Read More
Profile in Boston Magazine February 28, 2019 Mikyoung was recently profiled in Boston Magazine’s spring home issue in the Innovators section. An excerpt is below: More than two decades into her career, Mikyoung Kim doesn’t just sculpt landscapes: She creates interactive art. “If we could put up a sign in front [of […] Read More
BU Booth Theatre Featured in Wallpaper February 28, 2019 Among Wallpaper's diverse selection of international designs, the Boston University Booth Theater was highlighted for its unique structure and multi-functionality. The outdoor plaza, designed by Mikyoung Kim Design, was described as a "public 'room' and extension of the campus community." Read More
Human-Centered Design February 22, 2019 How can design be focused more holistically on neighborhood health and well-being? In our work, we are interested in measuring the impact of people’s wellness throughout each project’s life cycle, particularly in the city, where health disparities are more pronounced. Our process begins […] Read More
What Does the Future of Campus Design Look Like? February 21, 2019 How can resiliency shape places of learning? Mikyoung Kim and Ian Downing explore this question and more in a guest post on ASLA’s blog, The Field. As recent hurricane seasons remind us, new global weather patterns continue to wreak havoc at an alarming pace […] Read More
One of Fast Company’s Most Innovative February 20, 2019 Exciting news: Mikyoung Kim Design has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies! The list honors businesses that are making the most profound impact on both industry and culture, showcasing a “variety of ways to thrive in today’s volatile world.” Our studio was selected […] Read More
Creating Healthy & Resilient Cities February 13, 2019 Here at MYKD, our design ethos is grounded in our belief that health and sustainability are integrally connected. Our approach is to design holistic environments that promote both human and environmental health, weaving them into memorable and inclusive experiences. By drawing people in, […] Read More
Diversity Brings Innovation February 8, 2019 Check out this Fast Company article on how workplace diversity produces better business outcomes. (Even more) research demonstrates diversity of backgrounds and experiences leads to innovation and professional success... Read More
Mikyoung’s Winter Book Picks January 30, 2019 With winter settling in and icicles hanging from our deck in Boston, I’ve been warming up on the couch and rereading some old favorites to remind myself about how creative people can inspire real change for urban communities. Some of the recent reads I'd recommend include: Read More
The New Midtown Detroit Cultural Plan January 24, 2019 As finalists in this international design competition, yesterday we had the pleasure of presenting to the selection committee for creating a new midtown cultural district in the city of Detroit, which will create a new cultural destination within the city. Our plan creates […] Read More
Detroit Midtown Cultural District: Finalist Presentations January 18, 2019 Join us on Wednesday, January 23 at 10:00 am for the finalist presentations for the DIA Plaza | Midtown Cultural Connections Competition. We’re looking forward to both sharing our design concept with the community, as well as presenting in the Detroit Institute of Art’s […] Read More
EunJee Kim Promoted to Associate January 8, 2019 We are pleased to announce that EJ Kim has been promoted to the position of associate. An integral member of our design team, EJ is a design leader who has played a significant role in shaping projects such as Emerson College’s new entrance […] Read More
Sculpture at UNC Charlotte January 5, 2019 As part of the City of Charlotte’s expansion of the LYNX Blue Line, their “Art in Transit” program strives to integrate more art into capital improvement projects. We created a sculptural installation in the plaza adjacent to the UNC Charlotte stop, as well […] Read More
Alexander Lofts Receives First-Ever Downtown West Palm Beach Urban Design Award December 27, 2018 Congratulations to Alexander Lofts for receiving the first-ever Downtown West Palm Beach Urban Design Award! This award recognizes excellence in urban design with new projects in the downtown area. With its accompanying Art Plaza, the Alexander Lofts was selected by the Downtown Action Committee […] Read More
Children’s National Breaks Ground on Innovation Hub December 10, 2018 In a heartwarming ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 28, current and former young patients connected to Children’s National Health System in Washington, D.C. joined leaders in breaking ground on the new pediatric research and innovation hub. Unique nationally, the freestanding complex will focus on […] Read More
Mikyoung Appointed BCDC Commissioner December 4, 2018 The Boston Civic Design Commission has appointed three new commissioners: Mikyoung Kim, Anne-Marie Lubenau, and Eric Howeler, as well as appointing Andrea Leers as Chair. “We are excited for Eric, Mikyoung and Anne-Marie to join us as they begin in their roles as commissioners, and […] Read More
The National Design Awards Visit Boston November 20, 2018 Our team had a blast participating in various events last week as the Cooper Hewitt started their nationwide celebration of this year’s National Design honorees. Speakers Anne Whiston Spirn, Mikyoung Kim, and Sunanda Sharma pose with the team from Cooper Hewitt. Mikyoung speaks […] Read More
Our Winter Book List November 13, 2018 Winter weather is upon us: time to hibernate with a good book! MYKD’s Jess Hamilton has some recommended reading for the design enthusiast: Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming by Paul Hawking. A clear and extensive breakdown of […] Read More
Tracing Motion Through the Landscape at OSU November 9, 2018 Mikyoung concluded a fun and meaningful fall semester with a third visit to The Knowlton School at Ohio State University as Glimcher Distinguished Visiting Professor. Check out this inspired video by The Knowlton School, highlighting her third workshop with Assistant Professor Katie Jenkins’ […] Read More
Mikyoung at Dumbarton Oaks: Botanical Gardens and the Urban Future October 31, 2018 Mikyoung is looking forward to speaking at the 2018 Dumbarton Oaks Fall Colloquium on November 2nd, which will bring together eight international speakers — historians, landscape designers, and scientists — to discuss the changing role of botanical gardens in the urban context (as landscapes […] Read More
Cooper Hewitt NDAs Coming to Boston! October 30, 2018 As part of the museum’s National Design Awards programming, Cooper Hewitt travels to three cities each year, connecting NDA winners, past and present, to local communities. Join us on Thurs. November 15, 2018, join us for a cocktail reception and lively conversation with […] Read More
Landscape Forms Case Study October 30, 2018 Check out this case study Landscape Forms prepared on the Booth Theatre Plaza: Read More
Detroit Public Engagement October 26, 2018 Our team for the Midtown Cultural Connections competition recently participated in a productive public engagement session in Detroit. It was an amazing opportunity for our team to hear from all of the institutions in the cultural district. In the evening, we met community […] Read More
New Boston Landscapes October 25, 2018 There have been a number of exciting new projects coming online in Boston. From plazas to green roofs, our studio has recently completed a number of Boston landscapes, including: Avalon North Station Located adjacent to the TD North Garden and the Zakim Bridge, […] Read More
THANK YOU, Cooper Hewitt! October 23, 2018 What a night! Our team celebrated with the National Design Awards winners and Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum supporters at their annual gala in New York City. Client Peter Cummings of the Platform in Detroit presented Mikyoung with the National Design Award for […] Read More
Mikyoung Receives ASLA Design Medal October 23, 2018 Last night at the American Society of Landscape Architects’ President’s Dinner, our team celebrated Mikyoung receiving the ASLA Design Medal, as well as the other medal honorees and the new national ASLA officers. One of the highest honors the ASLA can bestow upon a […] Read More
Our Fall Newsletter October 12, 2018 Check out the Fall 2018 issue of MYKD’s newsletter. You’ll learn more about Mikyoung’s ASLA Medal, upcoming speaking engagements, and our new/ongoing work. Click to subscribe to receive future newsletters in your inbox. Read More
National Design Week: Where To Find Us October 11, 2018 Join us as National Design Week kicks off in NYC! We’ll be on hand for a number of events: October 13, 11-4 pm Design Fest Cooper Hewitt kicks off National Design Week with a day of free museum admission and hands-on activities led by […] Read More
Detroit Public Workshop & Charrette October 9, 2018 Finalist design teams will host a public workshop at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History on October 10th... Read More
This Year’s ASLA Medal Honorees September 30, 2018 The September issue of Landscape Architecture magazine featured this year's ASLA honorees. An excerpt follows: Read More
Pathways to Inclusion Cohort September 25, 2018 MYKD is pleased to announce the selection of Bryan Chou, our Design Leader, for the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Pathways to Inclusion Cohort. This scholarship has been offered to 25 individuals of color who will gain access to the 2018 Fall Meeting, a […] Read More
Welcome Yufan! September 20, 2018 MYKD welcomes a new team member: design associate Yufan Gao! As a designer, Yufan draws on the foundation built from studying sculpture at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where her work predominantly used fiber and textiles. Her background in the […] Read More
Cooper Hewitt Winner’s Salon September 18, 2018 On 10.17, join us for a day of design exploration with master classes and intimate conversations with National Design Award winners. At 5pm, Mikyoung Kim, Neri Oxman, and Christina Kim will discuss materials and technology in design. This intimate conversation will touch on topics […] Read More
Visiting the Knowlton School September 16, 2018 Check out this amazing video made by The Ohio State University‘s Knowlton School of Mikyoung Kim‘s recent visit, when she reviewed their first in-class drawing exercise. Join her for a discussion there on September 26th. https://bit.ly/2wtRQHb Read More
Welcoming a New Team Member September 6, 2018 MYKD welcomes Mariya Lupandina to the studio! A Northeastern graduate with a B.Sc. in Architecture, Mariya’s interests include sustainable coastal development and playground design. Originally from Ottawa, Canada, her previous work experience includes designing residential projects and developing a master plan for a […] Read More
Brookline Place Topping Off September 6, 2018 Today, our team attended the topping off at Boston Children’s Hospital’s new Brookline Place. MYKD is proud to be part of the design team helping Boston Children’s Hospital expand their facilities and bring a greater level of service to Boston and Brookline. We […] Read More
Mikyoung at Ohio State: Glimcher Distinguished Visiting Professor August 30, 2018 Ohio State has invited Mikyoung to be a Glimcher Distinguished Visiting Professor this fall. The seminar will be structured around Mikyoung Kim’s three visits to the Knowlton School and incorporate workshops and discussions on process and fabrication. The course embraces Mikyoung’s diverse interests […] Read More
NBC News Features McIntire Botanic Garden August 27, 2018 Catch Mikyoung's interview with Charlottesville's local NBC affiliate on gathering public input to create the design for the new McIntire Botanic Garden. Read More
Save the Date! Cooper Hewitt Gala August 10, 2018 Save the date! Join us in celebrating all of the awardees at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian gala in New York City on October 18. Tickets are available at: https://www.cooperhewitt.org/national-design-awards/gala/ Read More
Our Summer Book List August 7, 2018 Looking for some quality summer reading? Here are some books of merit about design and the landscape that our staff is reading this summer... Read More
Join Mikyoung at the Gardner August 3, 2018 This November, join Mikyoung at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum’s annual series of “engaging and inspirational presentations from leading voices in the field of landscape architecture.” In the series, internationally renowned designers will present their recent work articulating landscape as a medium of […] Read More
Boston Childrens Hospital Rooftop Garden August 3, 2018 Yesterday at Boston Childrens Hospital we worked with a professional photographer to capture our design of their new rooftop garden. It was so rewarding to see children and their families engage with the space…reveling in nature, fresh air, & some time to just […] Read More
SKYSPACE at ARTIC in Top 100 July 27, 2018 Our firm’s art project, SKYSPACE at the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) in California was selected in the Top 100 of the CODAawards, which celebrate work that successfully integrates commissioned art into interior, architectural, or public spaces.. Stay tuned – winners will […] Read More
Strong Museum Breaks Ground July 20, 2018 In a playful ceremony complete with kids on toy construction vehicles, the Strong Museum broke ground on its next evolution: a museum expansion that will be the centerpiece of the Neighborhood of Play, an urban development that’s a walkable, green place to live, work…and […] Read More
Midtown Detroit Plaza Finalists June 28, 2018 Our studio has been selected as a finalist in the Midtown Detroit Cultural District design competition. The international competition was launched by the Detroit Institute of Arts and Midtown Detroit to develop an urban and landscape design strategy to connect the 12 educational and […] Read More
Mikyoung Recipient of ASLA Design Medal June 26, 2018 Congratulations to Mikyoung! She is the 2018 ASLA Design Medal recipient. One of the highest honors the American Society of Landscape Architects can bestow upon a landscape architect, the ASLA Design Medal recognizes an individual “who has produced a body of exceptional design work […] Read More
Our Spring Newsletter June 16, 2018 Check out the Spring 2018 issue of MYKD’s newsletter. You’ll learn more about our Cooper Hewitt win, upcoming speaking engagements, and our new/ongoing work. Click to subscribe to receive future newsletters in your inbox. Read More
Two Chicago Athenaeum Awards Go To MYKD Projects June 15, 2018 The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design has honored two of Mikyoung Kim Design’s projects in their annual awards program. The firm’s 888 Boylston Street and the Gordon Parks Arts Hall at the University of Chicago Lab School received the honor. The Chicago Athenaeum […] Read More
Recent Press on Cooper Hewitt Win May 29, 2018 We were fortunate enough to be mentioned in a number of publications related to the Cooper Hewitt Design Award. A sampling below: Inc. “…Mikyoung Kim and her team give soul and humanity to public spaces.” FastCo “The founding principal of the eponymous Boston-based firm, […] Read More
Groundbreaking at Boston’s New Omni Hotel May 26, 2018 Our team joined our client and the rest of the design team for the groundbreaking of the new Omni Hotel in Boston’s Seaport District. The Boston Globe profiled the groundbreaking: Massport offers model for inclusion with Omni hotel project in the Seaport Read More
888 Boylston Wins IDA Design Award May 25, 2018 888 Boylston received a silver award in the landscape architecture category. Created by designers, thinkers and entrepreneurs, the IDA award recognizes and celebrates smart and sustainable multi-disciplinary design. Read More
Semi-Finalists Selected for Detroit Midtown Cultural Connections Competition May 24, 2018 The Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) and Midtown Detroit, Inc. (MDI) announced eight finalists were selected to move forward in the “DIA Plaza and Midtown Cultural Connections” design competition. Our team, along with James Carpenter Design Associates, was selected as one of the groups […] Read More
Join Us at ASLA in Philly May 18, 2018 Join our Technical Leader, Ian Downing, with industry colleagues at ASLA's 2018 annual conference in Philadelphia. They'll be discussing the creative use of natural stone in landscape design. Read More
Diversity Present in Cooper Hewitt Recipients May 17, 2018 Below is an excerpt from Ayse Birsel's recent article in Inc. about the Cooper Hewitt National Design Awards... Read More
Cooper Hewitt Winner May 8, 2018 Mikyoung Kim Design is this year’s recipient of the prestigious 2018 Cooper Hewitt National Design Award. We’re so honored to join the ranks of some of the world’s most inspired and creative minds. This annual award, given by Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, […] Read More
New Project: McIntire Botanical Garden May 3, 2018 We’re honored to announce Mikyoung Kim Design will be leading the design effort for the McIntire Botanical Garden in Charlottesville, VA. Earlier today, the Board of Directors held an event for the public and media to announce their selection of our design team […] Read More
On the Boards: Tanja Waterfront May 3, 2018 Conceived as the gateway of North Africa, this 750-acre, mixed-use master plan is a visionary concept that will transform the waterfront of Tangier into a vibrant live, work, and play destination. Inspired by local textures, colors and the rich Moroccan traditions, the landscape […] Read More
Welcoming Jess Hamilton April 27, 2018 MYKD welcomes a new team member: designer Jess Hamilton! Jess joins us from Seattle, where she was working on designing landscapes for residential, institutional and private development projects. She holds a masters degree in landscape architecture from the University of Washington and an undergraduate […] Read More
American Academy in Rome Fellowships Announced April 17, 2018 Each year, the American Academy in Rome awards fellowships to emerging talent who represent the highest standard of excellence. Deemed the “Rome Prize,” the award supports innovative and cross-disciplinary work in the arts and humanities. Fellowships are offered in creative disciplines, and awardees travel […] Read More
Mikyoung to Deliver Keynote April 5, 2018 Mikyoung will deliver the breakfast keynote on May 4th at the annual conference for Tennessee ASLA in Nashville. She will be sharing her most recent work, focusing on the role stormwater management has played. To register, visit: www.tnasla.org/speakers-2 Read More
Join Mikyoung at Stanford March 22, 2018 Please join us for Mikyoung’s lecture on April 25th at 6:30 at Stanford University, where she will discuss the interface of art and science in her most recent work; the merging of ecology and psychology with the art of landscape. The lecture will […] Read More
Lenticular Printing in Public Art March 15, 2018 Some of our favorite public arts projects have used lenticular printing, which allows contrasting images to appear to change and move as they are viewed from various angles. The luminosity of the surface lenses give a vibrancy to the colors and the technology is […] Read More
Join Us at the Parrish Art Museum in the Hamptons March 1, 2018 Join us on Saturday, June 9 for the Parrish Art Museum's Landscape Pleasures symposium. Mikyoung will join the panelists, giving a talk at 11 am. Read More
Boston Children’s Longwood Entry Wins the Pinnacle February 2, 2018 Our design for a new visual identity for the Longwood entrance at Boston Children's has won a Pinnacle Award from the Marble Institute. The character of the space was conceived as ‘Playful Nature in the City'... Read More
New Project: Foundry in Cambridge January 31, 2018 We’re so excited about the vision our team has for the redevelopment of the Foundry in Cambridge. We can’t wait to work Cambridge Seven and the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority on this project. Check out the article in the Cambridge Day or the project […] Read More
Get a Sneak Peak… January 26, 2018 We can't wait for the March 16 opening of the Blue Line extension in Charlotte. Here's a sneak peak at our arts project at the UNC Charlotte station, part of the Art in Transit program... Read More
Two Winners in the LIT Design Awards January 26, 2018 Thanks to the LIT Design Awards for honoring two of our projects - the plaza at 888 Boylston at the Prudential Center and Exhale at 140 West Plaza... Read More
Summer Street Hotel Approved December 15, 2017 Approval of Omni Summer Street Hotel by the Boston Planning and Development Agency will bring hospitality and pedestrian connectivity to Boston's Seaport, with a range of community and public benefits... Read More
Groundbreakers: 15 Landscape Architecture Firms You Should Know November 30, 2017 Architizer Journal named our studio as one of the “best landscape designers on the planet.” We’re honored! Read More
ASLA’s the Dirt: An Interview on Designing for Our Hybridized Lives November 16, 2017 A recent study found 85 percent of parents allow their children under the age of six to use technology at home, despite concerns that too much time with phones, tablets, and computers cuts into their time playing outside. Another study found one-third of all children worldwide spend less than ... Read More
Mikyoung To Lecture at Tower Hill Botanic Garden November 10, 2017 Join us in exploring the lovely grounds at the 132-acre Tower Hill Botanic Garden tomorrow. Mikyoung Kim will present "Landscapes In Balance" from 1-2 pm (included with admission). Read More
Join Us at the ASLA Annual Meeting and Expo in LA October 19, 2017 Please join Mikyoung Kim Design at the ASLA 2017 annual meeting in Los Angeles. Mikyoung is honored to be presenting with some amazing designers on three panels this year. Read More
American Architecture Prize Winners October 17, 2017 This week, the American Architecture Prize announced its award-winning projects. The Prudential Plaza in Boston won an American Architecture Prize for Commercial Landscape Architecture and the Chicago Botanic Garden Learning Center received honors for Educational Landscape Architecture. Read More
Alexander Lofts in West Palm Beach September 14, 2017 This park adjacent to a residential building in West Palm Beach has a layered geologic approach to a limestone bench. Read More
Honor Award in Design from ASLA September 7, 2017 MYKD has receive an Honor Award in Design from the American Society of Landscape Architects for the Chicago Botanic Garden Regenstein Learning Campus (in collaboration with Jacobs/Ryan). “The project presents landscape architects as artists.” – 2017 Awards Jury Selected from 465 entries, the awards […] Read More
Mikyoung Kim at the Harvard GSD September 6, 2017 Back to School! Mikyoung and Bryan are looking forward to teaching an advanced elective studio at Harvard’s Graduate School of Design. Read More
Levinson Plaza in Mission Park featured in ‘area’ August 8, 2017 We're very excited to be a part of area's 152nd publication: "public nature". The Italian publication highlights our design of Boston's Levinson Plaza in Mission Park. Read More
Omni Hotel Project Featured in WGBH July 14, 2017 Changing the way we do business in Boston- Listen in on Callie Crossley’s discussion on WGBH’s “Under the Radar” about the Omni Hotel Project! Just in the planning phases, but an important model for development in Boston. Read More
Purple Line Art-In-Transit July 6, 2017 We’re thrilled to have won an integrated public art and landscape project with the Purple Line Art-In-Transit Program in Maryland. This new 16-mile light rail line, extends from Montgomery County to Prince George’s County. Our project will offer a bold new entry experience […] Read More
Summer Street Hotel in the Globe May 18, 2017 We are happy to be part of the talented and diverse team for the new Summer Street Hotel in the Seaport District! Read More
Welcome to Your World May 9, 2017 We are big fans of Sarah Goldhagen’s new book “Welcome to Your World.” Go out and get a copy today! It will change the way you think about the built environment! Read More
Lecture at Yale School of Architecture April 11, 2017 Please join Mikyoung on Thursday April 20th at 6:30 for the Timothy Egan Lenahan Memorial Lecture At the Yale School of Architecture- “Please Touch!” She will discuss recent work by MYKD. Read More
New England Grows Award April 10, 2017 The Prudential Plaza has received an award of excellence at the New England Grows Exhibition! Many thanks to Coldspring Granite for their amazing craftsmanship on this innovative project. Read More
ARTIC Installation April 6, 2017 MYKD just completed SKYSPACE- an installation at the Anaheim Regional Transportation Center (ARTIC) in California. Holographic imagery on glass highlights the cyclical nature of time in this piece that is installed in the risers of the staircase in this train and bus station. Read More
Strong Neighborhood of Play – Rochester, NY March 23, 2017 The Strong Neighborhood of Play has commissioned MYKD to develop a neighborhood strategic plan and design for this exciting project that buries a 60 year old highway infrastructure system below grade to create more public realm spaces for the residents in Rochester. Read More
Detroit Fitzgerald Revitalization March 21, 2017 MYKD is working on the 165-acre Fitzgerald Revitalization in Detroit with Century Partners. This important project will transform blighted structures and vacant lots into economically self-sustaining, productive agricultural landscapes. Read More
Top 100 Influencers in Landscape March 20, 2017 Mikyoung is honored to be included in this list of top influencers by FIXR.COM and looks forward to be part of the discussion for future trends in the field! Read More
Lumpkin Jail Project Moves Forward October 11, 2016 MYKD is excited to be part of the Smith Group JJR team and to kick off the Lumpkin Jail Site Development project with a ceremonial tree planting! Read More
888 Boylston Plaza Opens October 10, 2016 The Prudential Plaza at 888 Boylston Street in Boston is now open to the public! Stop back next month to see the wind sensors and lighting when the project is complete. Read More
Nature Play Garden Opens at the Chicago Botanic Garden September 29, 2016 The Nature Play Garden has just opened as the newest addition to the Chicago Botanic Garden. The playful garden, featuring rolling hills, a flowing runnel, and climbing logs, will serve as the main outdoor play space for the new Regenstein Learning Campus. Read More
Winthrop Square Open House June 13, 2016 Join us tonight for the Winthrop Square RFP Open House at Faneuil Hall and Vote for our Accordia team! Read More
Mikyoung Interviewed on Chronicle June 9, 2016 Mikyoung was thrilled to be a part of the discussion about the evolution of the Boston Seaport District. Read More
LAF Declaration June 9, 2016 Join Mikyoung and her esteemed colleagues at LAF for this exciting event- to discuss the future of Landscape Architecture in the 21st century. We are excited to join designers such as Ken Smith and Claude Cormier for a discussion on Aesthetics on Saturday […] Read More
New Eataly Roof Deck at the Pru May 31, 2016 We’re excited to share the first look of the green roof adjoining the new Eataly Roof Deck at the Prudential Tower – check out our model. Read More
Cheonggyecheon featured in The Guardian May 25, 2016 The Guardian features the Cheonggyecheon Stream Project today as part of their Story of Cities series highlighting how the project reclaims this urban stream bringing life to the heart of Seoul. Read More
National Geographic Features Cheonggyecheon April 7, 2016 Cheonggyecheon is featured in this months, April 2016 edition of National Geographic. Get your copy today at your local book store! Read More
BSLA Encore Presentation with Mikyoung Kim April 7, 2016 Join Mikyoung at MYKD for a discussion on material innovation at the BSLA Encore Presentation on Monday April 11th at 1:30 at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Crossing. Hope to see you there! Read More
Work continues on the Alexander Lofts Park March 16, 2016 Our final design for the Alexander Lofts Park in West Palm Beach is completed and approved. A large scale model of the sculptural bench was 3d printed and will be made from laminated stone. More to come when the actual sculpture is CNC […] Read More
Zoo Miami Entry Plaza January 26, 2016 The animals are coming! For the Zoo Miami Entry Plaza, these life size animal sculptures will be emit mist and vibrant color amongst a flamingo exhibition. The project is due to be completed in late spring and will offer families a whimsical landscape […] Read More
Boston Children’s Hospital Wall January 21, 2016 The wall at Longwood for Boston Children’s Hospital is under construction. First phase of installation for this “hide and seek” stone wallpaper will help to redefine the identity of this great pediatric institution. Come check it out and see if you can find […] Read More
Sneak Peek at 888 Boylston November 17, 2015 Workers construct a full scale mockup of a light installation for 888 Boylston plaza in front of the Prudential Tower. The column is topped off with a custom wind vane that moves with the wind. 32 of these light columns are planned to […] Read More
2015 ASLA Weekend November 2, 2015 Check it out! Join Mikyoung and esteemed colleagues at the ASLA convention in Chicago this weekend for a series of discussions and tours of recent work. Friday, November 6, Join Mikyoung and Bryan for a tour of the Crown Sky Garden at 8:30 […] Read More
Pier 4 Plaza in Boston’s Seaport District Reaches Completion October 19, 2015 Pier 4 Plaza in Boston’s Seaport District, has just reached completion. The site is linked to Boston’s existing Harbor Walk, creating a link and public access area to the city’s existing walkable waterfront edge. The site was developed in part with the new […] Read More
Chronicle: Eye Candy Interview with Mikyoung Kim October 15, 2015 Mikyoung speaks about creating authentic neighborhoods, city building and public space in Boston's Seaport. Read More
Via Montejo Masterplan October 12, 2015 Project Description: Adjacent to The Harbor Merida lifestyle center, the Via Montejo Masterplan covers approximately 240,000 square meters and will incorporate a mix of residential, office, and retail uses surrounding a large, semi-private central park. The park and lake will become a primary […] Read More
Architectural Digest Features Mikyoung Kim October 2, 2015 Architectural Digest lists Mikyoung Kim as one of the AD innovators of 2015. Read More
Boston Living with Water: Final Awards Reception June 5, 2015 Mikyoung Kim has served as a juror on the Boston Living with Water ideas competition. The final awards ceremony will be held on Monday, June 8 at the Boston Society of Architects’ space. It is free and open to the public. Prizes will […] Read More
Frick Collection Abandons Plans to Demolish Russell Page Garden June 5, 2015 Thankfully the Frick Collection has abandoned expansion plans which would have destroyed the amazing Russell Page Garden there. Read more on the Cultural Landscape Foundation Site- what great work they are doing to bring about awareness to the importance of the designed landscape! […] Read More
Woman in Design Award of Excellence June 5, 2015 Mikyoung was honored to receive the Woman in Design Award of Excellence from the Boston Society of Architects. This award recognizes “a person who has designed one’s own life in design, whose work exemplifies the best of process and product, and who uses a position of achievement to […] Read More
Hancock Tower Roof Terrace Bench May 18, 2015 The 15,000 square foot John Hancock Tower Roof Terrace is nearing completion this Spring. Made up of aluminum and ipe wood, the benches roll up the original I M Pei designed exhaust hoods. It’s a perfect spot for escape from the city with […] Read More
Architecture Boston: “Waiting to Exhale” by Mikyoung Kim October 7, 2014 This month, Architecture Boston published a short article written by Mikyoung Kim. In the article, titled "Waiting to Exhale," Mikyoung talks about some of her favorite rejuvenating spaces and their importance in the chaotic urban environment. Read More
Boston Magazine: 10 Questions with Mikyoung Kim August 6, 2014 Mikyoung recently sat down with Boston Magazine writer, Carley Thornell, to take part in her interview series, “10 Questions,” where she talks with creative professionals in the Boston area. Read More
Update: Boston Children’s Hospital Entrance April 11, 2014 MYKD is excited to continue development of the new design for the Boston Children’s Hospital’s Main Entrance at 300 Longwood Avenue. The image above is a small part of the playful graphic we designed for the granite wall that will be facing the […] Read More
Wall Street Journal Features Mikyoung Kim April 4, 2014 The Wall Street Journal has recently published an article featuring Mikyoung Kim and two other landscape architects. The author, Lindsey Taylor, interviewed Mikyoung and asked her a slurry of questions about treasured places and possessions. Read More
140 West Receives A+ Award Special Mention April 2, 2014 Architizer recently revealed their 2014 A+ Award Winners. Our project, 140 West Plaza, received a special mention in the Landscape & Gardens Typology category. Although the A+ Awards are only in their second year, they received entries from over 100 countries. Over 200 […] Read More
MYKD Commissioned for Arts Project at Austin Airport March 10, 2014 MYKD is pleased to receive the commission for the Terminal East Infill Project at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. This arts project is part of the City of Austin’s Cultural Arts Division’s program, Art in Public Places, which reserves a small portion of the […] Read More
Crown Sky Garden Published in the New York Times March 7, 2014 The New York Times has published an article about our work at the Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago, the Crown Sky Garden. Written by Julie Lasky, the article, “Summoning Nature for Healing,” features a Q&A with Mikyoung. Mikyoung speaks about her experience designing […] Read More
MYKD Commissioned for Sellwood Bridge in Portland, Oregon February 12, 2014 We are excited to be working on a project in Portland, Oregon. This arts project will be located on the historic Sellwood Bridge, an important threshold that connects Portland across the Willamette River. Dubbed “the Stratum Project,” our design is a series of […] Read More
Crown Sky Garden Receives Honor Award in Design from ASLA February 12, 2014 Our project, Crown Sky Garden, received an Honor Award from the 2013 ASLA Professional Awards jury. The awards ceremony was held during the 2013 ASLA Meeting, which was located in our hometown – Boston. The jury complimented the use of colors and materials […] Read More
Mikyoung Kim Lectures at the Arnold Arboretum March 26, 2014 Please join her as she discusses her new work. Thursday, March 27 at 7:00 pm Weld Hill Research Building Read More
Chicago Botanic Garden: the Learning Campus November 24, 2013 MYKD has been chosen to design a new Learning Campus for the Chicago Botanic Garden. Our vision for the Learning Campus is to create a gateway for children and their families to the natural environment. Environments for art and nature become a forum for […] Read More
