APLDWA 2025 Symposium
Landscapes in Focus: Natural Pools, Meadows, Metal and Architecture

Montlake Community Center
1618 E Calhoun Street, Seattle 98112

$75 APLDWA members
$95 APLDWA Non-member

Join us for an inspiring afternoon exploring innovative design approaches that transform landscapes into meaningful, dynamic spaces. Hear from four experts who will share their knowledge on natural pools, meadow design, artistic metalwork, and integrating architectural elements into the landscape.

This symposium offers valuable insights for professionals, students, and design enthusiasts—along with opportunities to network and connect with peers.

Our guest speakers include:

• Tristan Fields, PLA, ISA-certified arborist, TRAQ of Land Meets Water will discuss including natural pools in residential designs.

• Eric Lee-Mäder of NW Meadowscapes will talk about the benefits of meadow landscapes.

• Jim Honold of MOD Studio will show us the many ways to use metal.

• Lisa Port, CPLD, FAPLD of Banyon Tree Design will talk about the use of architectural elements in the landscape.

Beverages and light bites will be provided. 3.5 APLD CEUs, 3 CPH and 2 ecoPRO credits.

We hope to see you there! 

Photos courtesy of Biotop.

Photos courtesy of Lisa Port.

Questions: contact Brenda Snyder at brenda@salixseastudio.com

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Refund Policy
In the event that APLDWA has to cancel any APLDWA sponsored event for any reason, we will provide, upon request, refunds to the maximum extent possible. Attendee refunds will be available, upon request, if the cancellation is made no later than one week in advance of the event.