Megan Hester | Equinox Environmental

Landscape Designer

Megan is a Landscape Designer with a diverse portfolio of experience in the field of landscape architecture. She is a recent graduate of the NC State University Master of Landscape Architecture program in Raleigh, NC. Her experience working with the Coastal Dynamics Design Lab at NC State University as well as Roots First Regenerative Design has given her a sensitivity to the ecology of a site as well as the ability to design with users in mind. Her MLA degree paired with her background in Environmental Sciences gives her a strong background in understanding the ecological systems of a site. She is a systems thinker and is passionate about climate responsible design that reconnects people to the environment around them. Megan brings diverse experience working in climate resilient design, land and ecological restoration planning, urban greenspace design, and construction documentation. As a North Carolina native, Megan is excited to work within the state and mountain region.

Why I love this work

Through design we can find creative solutions to address the climate issues of our time, help restore and protect our natural environment, and create spaces of joy.

Skills

Schematic design, illustrative rendering, concept development and master planning, construction documentation, 3D modeling, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, urban design, ecological restoration design, stormwater management.

Education

Master of Landscape Architecture; NC State University

Bachelor of Environmental Science; NC State University

Favorite Species

Quercus alba, the White Oak - Native to the Eastern U.S. white oaks have unique leaves, beautiful shaggy bark, and are a great source of food and habitat for many wildlife species of our area. Growing up to 100ft tall and living for hundreds of years, these trees always fill me with a sense of wonder and awe.