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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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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” […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

"Healthy Brains / Healthy Cities" from the Van Alen Report 20

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 […]

The modular wooden play structure, pictured with children playing.

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 […]

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 […]

Michigan Conference on Landscape Architecture

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 […]

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...

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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...

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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...

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.

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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."

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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...

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:

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Groundbreaking Ceremony at Children's National

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Mikyoung engages with students in Assistant Professor Katie Jenkins' class.

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’ […]

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 […]

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 […]

Landscape Forms Case Study

October 30, 2018

Check out this case study Landscape Forms prepared on the Booth Theatre Plaza:

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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...

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:

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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/

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...

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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, […]

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

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.

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 […]

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.

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...

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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'...

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 […]

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...

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...

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...

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!

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 ...

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).

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.

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

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.

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.

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 […]

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!

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!

Lecture at Yale School of Architecture

April 11, 2017

Please join Mikyoung on Thursday April 20^th 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

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 […]

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.

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.

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!

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!

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

Architectural Digest Features Mikyoung Kim

October 2, 2015

Architectural Digest lists Mikyoung Kim as one of the AD innovators of 2015.

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 […]

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! […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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MYKD is recognized by The Chicago Athenaeum Design Awards for Design Excellence in Environments

Landscapes that Heal + Connect

2020 State of the Texas Medical Center

A|N Best of Design 2020

Mariya Lupandina Promoted to Design Associate

MYKD is Hiring!

New Partners HealthCare Centers

Jess Hamilton Promoted to Associate

Rethinking Urban Spaces

Conner’s Spring Reading List

Each One Makes: Hands-On Design Workshop

Architect Magazine features Innovative Lighting Design

Ian Downing Promoted to Associate Principal

The Nexus wins LIT Lighting Design Award

2020 Projects to Watch in Boston

Mariya’s 2020 Book Picks

The Year in Review at MYKD: 2019

Mikyoung Joins Van Alen Institute Board of Trustees

A|N Best of Design 2019

This Weekend: ASLA Extreme Design Challenge

Booth Theatre & Exchange at 100 Federal Win BSA Honors

Boston’s Seaport: Climate Change Adaptation

ASLA Award Winner: McIntire Botanical Garden

Yufan Gao Promoted to Associate

Announcing Student Finalists for the Extreme Design Challenge

Bryan Chou Promoted To Associate Principal

Constructing Landscape: GSA Video Series

MYKD Adds To Our Team

Tour the Booth Theatre Arts Plaza at Boston University

Van Alen Report Profiles Crown Sky Garden

Creating Places to Play for Refugee Children

The Nexus in Top 100

Michigan ASLA Annual Conference Keynote

Metropolis Profiles Four Innovative Landscapes

CLAD Magazine Feature

Join Us at the University of Virginia

Chicago Botanic Garden in Metropolis Magazine

Strength of Diversity in Practice

Join Us At the BSLA Conference

Case Study: Prudential Center Plaza

Announcing a student design competition!

Plenary Speaker at American Public Gardens Conference

Boston Women Designers: Then and Now

Green Streets Commuter Challenge

Designing Landscapes over Structure

Landscape Architecture Exhibit at Boston City Hall

ASLA Southeast Regional Conference Keynote

Thinking through Making: a Panel Discussion

The Art & Science of Landscape at Georgia Tech

NPR Features Potomac River Kaleidoscope

Join Mikyoung at Georgia Tech

Profile in Boston Magazine

BU Booth Theatre Featured in Wallpaper

Human-Centered Design

What Does the Future of Campus Design Look Like?

One of Fast Company’s Most Innovative

Creating Healthy & Resilient Cities

Diversity Brings Innovation

Mikyoung’s Winter Book Picks

The New Midtown Detroit Cultural Plan

Detroit Midtown Cultural District: Finalist Presentations

EunJee Kim Promoted to Associate

Sculpture at UNC Charlotte

Alexander Lofts Receives First-Ever Downtown West Palm Beach Urban Design Award

Children’s National Breaks Ground on Innovation Hub

Mikyoung Appointed BCDC Commissioner

The National Design Awards Visit Boston

Our Winter Book List

Tracing Motion Through the Landscape at OSU

Mikyoung at Dumbarton Oaks: Botanical Gardens and the Urban Future

Cooper Hewitt NDAs Coming to Boston!

Landscape Forms Case Study

Detroit Public Engagement

New Boston Landscapes

THANK YOU, Cooper Hewitt!

Mikyoung Receives ASLA Design Medal

Our Fall Newsletter

National Design Week: Where To Find Us

Detroit Public Workshop & Charrette

Mikyoung at Dumbarton Oaks:
Botanical Gardens and the Urban Future