Janet Rosenberg & Studio

Janet Rosenberg, Founding Principal of JRS, has been selected to this year’s Jury for the SHIFT2025 Challenge. The SHIFT Architecture Challenge is an aspirational, biennial Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) program that showcases the unique contributions of the architecture profession and architectural thinking in addressing important societal issues. This program invites OAA members, aspiring architects, and their collaborative teams to respond to a specific area of concern by utilizing their skills and insights. Joining Janet on the jury are Elizabeth English, professor at the University of Waterloo School of Architecture; Erica Gomirato, intern architect at Perry + Perry Architects; Shane Laptiste, architect and founder of Studio of Contemporary Architecture (SOCA); and Jean Philippe Larocque, co-founder of Larocque Elder Architects, Architectes Inc. and chair of the North Bay Society of Architects (NBSA). The theme of SHIFT2025 is “Reshaping Communities,” inviting professionals to explore sustainable solutions that tackle the challenges posed by climate change and social changes. Open to teams led by someone with OAA status, submissions are reviewed by the jury of experts to determine which proposals to spotlight. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/gZ2zG6YV

Congratulations to Giannone Petricone Associates Inc. Architects and The Royal Hotel for winning The Architect's Newspaper’s Best of Design Award in the Adaptive Reuse category for The Royal Annex! Once the stables of the heritage Royal Hotel, The Royal Annex now features offices, street front gallery/retail space, and five suites. A cohesive landscape strategy connects the hotel and The Royal Annex, located at 6 Ross Street. A simple and unified palette of unit pavers, Corten steel planters, and naturalized planting inspired by native species of Prince Edward County knits the property together. Client: The Royal Hotel Landscape Architect: Janet Rosenberg & Studio Architect: Giannone Petricone Associates Inc. Architects Landscape Contractor: Oriole Landscaping Ltd. 📸 (1) Jeff McNeill Photography (2,3) Doublespace Photography #janetrosenbergstudio #landscapearchitecture #theroyalhotelpicton #picton #princeedwardcounty #canadianarchitecture #bestofdesign #architecturalawards #theroyalannex

Introducing The Joan and Martin Goldfarb Gallery of York University! Evolving from the Art Gallery of York University, this new stand-alone gallery recently celebrated an important milestone with its Grand Opening on November 15. Designed by Hariri Pontarini Architects, the gallery features three exhibition spaces, a flexible event and performance pavilion, and the Visible Vault and Study Centre, where the permanent collection can be showcased to support student and scholarly research. As landscape architect for the project, JRS has designed spaces that emphasize the clean lines and contemporary aesthetic of the gallery. Incorporating low-maintenance, native planting, the design features a crushed stone plaza with tables and chairs that will serve as a communal gathering space at the gallery’s main entrance. We are excited to see construction finish on site in Spring 2025. Read more about The Goldfarb Gallery: https://lnkd.in/gyWsi6ni Client: York University, The Joan and Martin Goldfarb Gallery of York University Lead/Architect: Hariri Pontarini Architects Landscape Architect: Janet Rosenberg & Studio 📸 Rendering: HPA #janetrosenbergstudio #landscapearchitecture #goldfarbgallery #grandopening #yorkuniversity #artexhibitions

MRKT, the second phase of the Revitalization of Alexandra Park in Downtown Toronto has recently topped off construction at 15 floors! The project is a two-tower mixed-use building which integrates market and community housing through the creation of shared programmatic elements: a community garden, a shared courtyard and fenced playground, an outdoor daycare play space, amenity terraces, and a public realm network that wraps around the building promoting community interaction, health, and wellness. Landscape construction is ongoing and targeted for completion in summer 2025. The project promotes a vibrant pedestrian-oriented neighbourhood that is equitable and livable. JRS has been involved since 2013 in the multi-phase, master-planned community by Tridel in strategic partnership with Toronto Community Housing. Read more on the construction progress in UrbanToronto.ca: https://lnkd.in/esvs-4Ay Client: Tridel, Toronto Community Housing Landscape Architect: Janet Rosenberg & Studio Architect: CS&P Architects Inc., SvN Architects + Planners 📷 Renderings: PUREBLINK #janetrosenbergstudio #landscapearchitecture #landscape #urbandesign #toronto #alexandrapark

Perched atop the 6th level podium of PJ Condominiums, a stepped amenity terrace features a pool and hot tub surrounded by a large deck for lounging, a BBQ and dining area for entertaining, and a green roof. Located in the heart of the downtown and along the John Street Cultural Corridor, the terrace is surrounded by city skyline views and the active street life below.  A great spot to soak up some late fall rays ☀️   Client: Pinnacle International Realty Group Landscape Architect: Janet Rosenberg & Studio  Architect: Hariri Pontarini Architects 📸 Michael Muraz #janetrosenbergstudio #landscapearchitecture #terrace #greenroof #plaza #toronto #swimmingpool  

Beautiful fall colours and textures on site at Kìwekì Point this week. The park continues to move closer to official public opening, and we can't wait for people to be able to explore the space and the spectacular views of the capital and the river valley.  Client: National Capital Commission - Commission de la capitale nationale Landscape Architect: Janet Rosenberg & Studio Patkau Architects Blackwell ERA Architects Inc. 📸: JRS #kìwekìpoint #ottawa #canada #landscape #landscapearchitecture #design #park #pollinators #whisperingpoint #publicrealm #placemaking #bigriverlandscape #janetrosenbergstudio

JRS Senior Associate Matt Perotto is featured in the LP+ Online Exclusive of the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects' Landscapes | Paysages Magazine – decarbonize design issue. In “Housing and Carbon – Landscape Architecture and the Tale of Two Crises,” Matt discusses how landscape architects must rise to the challenge presented by the intersecting crises of climate change and housing shortages. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gv2g4MYK 

Canada Day marked the opening of the revitalized reflecting pool and dome fountain on the Grounds of the Alberta Legislature in Edmonton! The project is a collaborative effort by JRS and GEC Architecture working closely with Alberta Infrastructure.  Originally built in the 1970’s, the water feature has been closed since 2020 due to age-related maintenance concerns. The new pool features barrier-free entry points, providing enhanced accessibility and safety. The Grounds and their fountains are a symbol of democracy and an important space for people to come together. Stay tuned for more images coming soon. Phase 2 of the project, currently under construction, includes new water experience features and is expected to be completed in 2025. Client: Government of Alberta  Landscape Architect: JRS Architect: GEC Architecture  RJC Engineers  AME Group  SMP Engineering (Electrical)  EllisDon  📸 Latitude Photography .  .  .  #janetrosenbergstudio #landscapearchitecture #gec #edmonton #yegdt #urbanarchitecture #civiclandscapes #publicplaza #publicrealm #fountain

Congratulations to JRS Principal Stefano Giannini on his induction into the 2024 Class of Fellows! In recognition of his outstanding contributions in the category of Executed Works of Landscape Architecture, Stefano now joins Janet Rosenberg (Class of 2001) and Wayne Swanton (Class of 2023) in the CSLA’s College of Fellows.  With over 20 years of experience, Stefano is known for his exceptional attention to detail, commitment to advancing sustainability, and ability to create technically sophisticated and beautiful designs. In his role as Principal at JRS, he has led a wide variety of award-winning projects across sectors, including large teams for complex public realm, commercial, academic, and institutional projects as well as some of the firm’s most celebrated private gardens. He is currently advancing the revitalization of the Government Centre North Plaza at the Alberta Legislature, with Phase 1 set to open this summer.  Stefano will be officially inducted into the College of Fellows on June 1 during an Investiture Ceremony at the 2024 CSLA-MALA Congress in Winnipeg. 

Congratulations to JRS Founding Principal, Janet Rosenberg, for being awarded the 2024 CSLA Lifetime Achievement Award! The award honours a member of the CSLA whose lifetime achievements and contributions to the profession have had a unique and lasting impact on the welfare of the public and on the environment. Janet will formally receive the award at the 2024 CSLA-MALA Congress in Winnipeg in June. As one of Canada's foremost landscape architects, Janet has blazed a trail in the profession and has been a catalyst in shaping the discourse around Canadian landscape architecture. Her prolific career has spanned over four decades and continues actively today. Janet’s dedication to climate-positive design solutions, her advocacy for strong public realm design, and her award-winning landscapes have made her a true leader in the field. Congrats Janet on this well-deserved recognition! 📷 1: Janet Rosenberg  📷 2: Rock Garden at the Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG), Burlington. Photo: McNeill Landscape Photography 📷 3: Market Square, Guelph  📷 4: Big River Landscape, Nepean Point Design Competition winning submission. Rendering: The Flat Side of Design 📷 5: Grange House. Photo: McNeill Landscape Photography