Janet Rosenberg (landscape architect)

Janet Rosenberg
Janet Rosenberg in 2019
Born
Toronto, Ontario
OccupationLandscape Architect
Awards
  • 1992 Governor General of Canada Confederation Medal
  • 2003 OALA Pinnacle Award for Landscape Architectural Excellence
  • 2024 CSLA Lifetime Achievement Award
PracticeJanet Rosenberg & Studio (JRS)
Websitejrstudio.ca

Janet Rosenberg, FCSLA, FASLA, RCA, is a Canadian landscape architect based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and the founding principal of Janet Rosenberg & Studio (JRS).[1][2][3][4]

Awards

Janet Rosenberg was awarded the 1992 Governor General of Canada Confederation Medal,[5] the 2003 OALA’s Pinnacle Award for Landscape Architectural Excellence,[6] the 2008 Urban Leadership Award from the Canadian Urban Institute, and the 2024 CSLA Lifetime Achievement Award.[7]

Rosenberg is a Fellow of the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects[8] and the American Society of Landscape Architects.[9]

Notable Projects

Notable Janet Rosenberg & Studio (JRS) landscape projects include:

Rosenberg, together with Ghanaian-British architect David Adjaye and Israeli designer and artist Ron Arad, was one of the six design teams shortlisted for the Canadian Holocaust Monument international design competition in 2014.[35][36]

References

  1. ^ Richardson, Tim (2008). Avant Gardeners. New York: Thames & Hudson. pp. 250–251.
  2. ^ Kelly, Deirdre (January 22, 2011). "Janet Rosenberg's 'tree house'-like home". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  3. ^ a b Zamora Mola, Francesc; Fajardo, Julio (2010). Star Landscape Architecture. Barcelona: Loft Publications. p. 282.
  4. ^ Megan, Winkler (2015). Perspectives on Design Toronto. Plano: Panache Partners. p. 189.
  5. ^ "Profile: Janet Rosenberg, FASLA". The Cultural Landscape Foundation. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  6. ^ "OALA Honours & Awards Archives". Ontario Association of Landscape Architects. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  7. ^ "Lifetime Achievement Award". Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA). Retrieved 30 April 2024.
  8. ^ "Janet Rosenberg". CSLA Canadian Society of Landscape Architects/Association des architectes paysagistes du Canada. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  9. ^ "Honors & Awards". American Society of Landscape Architects. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  10. ^ "Winning design chosen for Nepean Point redevelopment". CBC News. November 23, 2017. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  11. ^ Bozikovic, Alex (25 January 2025). "Reconciliation, endless views and a ha-ha: Ottawa's fine new park". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 29 January 2025.
  12. ^ "Kìwekì Point reopens as 'a place that invites reflection, connection and renewal'". CBC News. 16 May 2025. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  13. ^ "NCC opens Kìwekì Point to the public after $45-million rehabilitation project". CTV News. 16 May 2025. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  14. ^ "Kìwekì Point: Official unveiling of an Ottawa jewel". Ottawa Citizen. 16 May 2025. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  15. ^ "Take a look at one of the most spectacular lookouts in the National Capital Region". CTV News. 30 May 2025. Retrieved 4 June 2025.
  16. ^ Mutrie, Eric. "Picton's Revamped Royal Hotel Displays a Strong Sense of Self". Azure. Azure Publishing. Retrieved 7 February 2023.
  17. ^ Lam, Elsa. "The Royal Treatment: The Royal Hotel, Picton, Prince Edward County, Ontario". Canadian Architect. iQ Business Media Inc. Retrieved 7 February 2023.
  18. ^ "Toronto's Alexandra Park Community Revitalization Wins ULI Global Awards for Excellence". Building. iQ Business Media Inc. Retrieved 4 December 2023.
  19. ^ Bisby, Adam (January 7, 2022). "The almost-public square". National Post. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  20. ^ "RBG rock garden plan officially launched". The Hamilton Spectator. April 22, 2014. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  21. ^ "Rock Garden: Rebirth of Wonder". Landscapes/Paysages. 19 (3): 42. Autumn 2017. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  22. ^ Cogley, Bridget. "Will Alsop designs two colourful metro stations for Toronto's expanded subway". Dezeen. Retrieved 23 September 2022.
  23. ^ Bozikovic, Alex (March 3, 2015). "Redevelopment of Honest Ed's in Toronto holds several surprises". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  24. ^ Bozikovic, Alex (November 21, 2014). "Fort York: Toronto's most historic site gets a 21st-century upgrade". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  25. ^ Cunningham, Sara. "Janet Rosenberg & Studio Creates a Secret Rooftop Healing Garden for Cancer Patients". Designlines. Retrieved 20 August 2024.
  26. ^ "Guelph Civic Centre Market Square Pavilion". Canadian Architect. iQ Business Media Inc. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  27. ^ Tromsness, Rebecca (May 18, 2012). "Mike Holmes to rebuild High Park playground's wooden castle". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  28. ^ Battersby, Sarah-Joyce (May 18, 2012). "Rebuilding the Jamie Bell Adventure Playground". Torontoist. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  29. ^ Hume, Christopher (June 7, 2007). "Reclaiming the lake with new HtO waterfront park". Toronto Star. Retrieved 13 October 2022.
  30. ^ Zamora Mola, Francesc; Fajardo, Julio (2010). Star Landscape Architecture. Barcelona: Loft Publications. p. 284–287.
  31. ^ Vranckx, Bridget (2005). Landscape Design: Urban Furniture. Singapore: Page One Publishing. pp. 80–85.
  32. ^ Bahamon, Alejandro (2005). Ultimate Landscape Design. New York: teNeues Publishing. pp. 410–417.
  33. ^ Sanchez Vidiella, Alex (2007). The Sourcebook for Contemporary Architecture. New York: Harper Collins. pp. 68–71.
  34. ^ Bahamon, Alejandro (2005). Ultimate Landscape Design. New York: teNeues Publishing. pp. 60–69.
  35. ^ Bozikovic, Alex (February 26, 2014). "Renowned architects and artists reveal visions for new Canadian Holocaust Monument". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  36. ^ Bozikovic, Alex (February 28, 2014). "Designing a Holocaust memorial for a new generation". The Globe and Mail. Retrieved 27 July 2022.