The tenuous act of balancing the protection of precious resources like water, animal habitats, and native vegetation with the impacts of recreation can be a challenge. Our work in planning and designing for trails, open spaces, and natural areas aims to create wonderful places for people to recreate, and trails for all types of users while protecting nature from the impacts of people.

Stream works to develop a holistic understanding of each project’s environment and user requirements to create appropriate designs by honoring the sensitive resources to protect with thoughtful consideration of areas that can accommodate intense use. By clearly illustrating choices to be made through site analysis, modeling, or simulated improvements, our clients can make well-informed decisions that balance activity with nature.