Monthly Virtual Training:
Strengthening the Interface Between Arboriculture and Landscape Architecture
May 19th 6:15-7:30 pm. with 1 ISA CEU with Kristopher May, PLA
Design Communications Director, Associate
Topic Covered:
Strengthening the Interface Between Arboriculture and Landscape Architecture
Tension between landscape architects and arborists is a common challenge, often arising from the intersection of aesthetic design and site programming priorities with the realities of tree biology, long-term health, and risk management. Too often, arborists are not engaged during the design phase of a project and are instead limited to roles focused on existing tree inventories, mitigation requirements, or the maintenance of newly installed plantings.
How can landscape architects and arborists collaborate more effectively at the outset of a project to ensure that appropriate tree species are selected and sited correctly? What key considerations should arborists communicate to landscape architects early in the process, and what information should landscape architects share in return? Finally, how can both professions work together to better educate clients on the value of early, integrated collaboration?
Meet the Speaker-
Kris May is a Licensed Landscape Architect based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Cultural Anthropology and Native American Studies and began his career in the early 2000s working with the Juvenile Justice Department. He later owned an art gallery and served as manager of the Garfield Park Arts Center for Indy Parks & Recreation before returning to academia to earn a Master of Landscape Architecture.
While his professional practice is grounded in design, Kris is deeply committed to creating spaces that are ecologically responsible and environmentally sustainable. He has participated in the Tour des Trees, a benefit cycling event supporting the TREE Fund, and currently serves as the TREE Fund Liaison for the Indiana Arborists Association. Through this role, he has developed strong relationships with arborists and continues to advocate for increased collaboration between the two professions to promote healthier urban canopies and more resilient landscapes.
Time: 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm
Agenda:
6:15 pm-6:30 pm: Introduction & settle in, Q&A rules, & CEU sign in instructions
6:30 pm-7:30 pm: Training Session
Cost: FREE to all GAA Members and Business Supporters. $20 for non-members
ISA CEUS: 1
Questions?
Please email us at info@georgiaarborist.org
***This training is recorded and will be sent by email to all registrants within a week of the event***
Questions?
Please email us at info@georgiaarborist.org
***This training is recorded and will be sent by email to all registrants within a week of the event***
