VAASLA upcoming events

Lunch and Learn: Nature’s Blueprint: Unleashing the Power of Biophilic Design (05/19/2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Sponsored Lunch and Learn Nature’s Blueprint: Unleashing the Power of Biophilic Design

Presenter:

Jean-Pierre Sijmons
Website: ASI
Contact: pierre@asi.design

When:

05/19/2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Registration:

Virtual and In-Person
Note: In-person registration is limited to 12 attendees

Location:

WPL

242 Mustang Trail, Suite 8

Virginia Beach, VA 23452

Credits:

1.0 LA CES

Description:

This presentation explores biophilia, the innate human connection to nature, and how it can be integrated into the built environment. Participants will gain an understanding of biophilic design, its benefits, and practical strategies for incorporating its principles into architectural and interior spaces. The presentation will also showcase a range of ASI design interventions that demonstrate how nature inspired elements can enhance the built environment.

Legacy and Change: An On-Site Tour of the Scott Residence Gardens and Grounds (05/21/2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Walk throughout the restored Scott Residence landscape and experience in person how a once-neglected historic property was transformed into a refined private estate. Participants will see formal plantings, a marble pool terrace, new pathways, and extensive brick privacy walls while learning about the design collaboration that shaped the site’s renewal. This on-site tour offers a close look at blending preservation, craftsmanship, and contemporary landscape architecture.

Light refreshments will be served following the tour. Property address will be shared with registrants in the week preceding the event but is in the Richmond area.

Registration closes Tuesday, May 19th. Session attendees earn 1 PDH.

Thank you to our sponsor, Shade & Wise!

2026 Virginia Conference on Landscape Architecture (06/12/2026)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

2026 Virginia Conference on Landscape Architecture

The Virginia Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects is excited to host the 2026 Virginia Conference on Landscape Architecture from June 12-13 in Richmond, Virginia.

Registration is now open! Register by Tuesday, June 9.

For more information on the full conference schedule, hotels, field sessions, education sessions, and exhibitors, please visit the conference webpage.

Friday, June 12

2:00pm-4:00pm: Field Sessions

5:30pm-7:30pm: Welcome Reception
Hardywood Park Craft Brewery - Richmond
Barrel Room | 2410 Ownby Ln, Richmond, VA 23220

Saturday, June 13

8:30am-4:00pm: Conference and Expo
Maymont
Garden Hall | 1700 Hampton St, Richmond, VA 23220

Questions? Email admin@vaasla.org.