Seferian Design Group

Last week, Haig had the distinct pleasure of returning as host of the Landscape Ontario Awards of Excellence and considered it a genuine honour to present alongside such a distinguished community of industry professionals. The evening provided an opportunity to recognize exceptional creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration, and was both professionally rewarding and personally meaningful. For Haig, the event represented not only a celebration of outstanding landscape projects, but also a valued reconnection with an association and industry he holds in the highest regard.

Congratulations to all the award winners!

Last week was all about celebrating and connecting as a team!

On Thursday, we hit the bowling lanes for our annual office Christmas party, followed by a festive dinner to wrap up the year.

On Friday, we visited Earthscape, where we spent time learning more about their team and getting a behind-the-scenes look at their space. Thank you to the team for welcoming us and taking the time to host such a great visit.

We then headed to Hauser Site Furniture for a lunch-and-learn and plant tour. A big thank you to the team for hosting us, showing us around, and sharing your time with us.

A great couple of days filled with team time and gratitude as we head into the holidays!

SDG was proud to attend the groundbreaking ceremony at 4500 Park Street, Niagara Falls last Monday! Retained by who partnered with the City of Niagara Falls, we are very excited to support this 326 unit development, delivering more affordable and attainable homes to the community.
More residents downtown means more support for local businesses, and a vibrant, connected neighborhood. With shovels officially in the ground, we are looking forward to seeing this project take shape!

SDG is excited to share the Conestoga College Waterloo Campus Courtyard!

The new courtyard reveals a place that celebrates Indigenous culture, fosters community, and educates visitors about the history of the land and the Indigenous nations connected to it. The goal of the landscape is to speak to all Indigenous students, faculty, staff, and community members on campus.

SDG was retained by the college to bring Indigenous and cultural design elements to life within the courtyard through work done during the conceptual design phase. Elements include shade structures and gardens for plant medicines, Indigenous trees and cultural markers, inspirational paving, and furnishings that support gathering and events. The design incorporates storytelling and cultural expression to create a warm, welcoming, and comfortable environment for all.

Join us in New Orleans!

SDG Partners Brad Smith and Haig Seferian will be speaking at the Conference alongside Mark Stewart of Wentworth Strategy Group.

📅 Monday, October 13, 2025
⏰ 10:15–11:30 AM CT
📍 Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Rm 217–219

Their session, Scaling Beyond Boundaries: Strategies for Growing and Sustaining a Small Landscape Architecture Firm, will share lessons on leadership, growth, and staying true to design excellence.

If you’re attending, we’d love to see you there!