Ingrid Morken

Overview

Ingrid Morken is a landscape architect with over 10 years of experience in the design of habitat restoration, park and open space, and sustainable development projects.  She brings a diverse background in landscape architecture, environmental planning and ecology to her work.  She received a Master of Landscape Architecture degree from UC Berkeley where she focused on stream and wetland restoration and sustainable design strategies.  Ingrid is a licensed Landscape Architect in the State of California.

Ingrid has led the planning and design of a variety of habitat restoration projects and has developed site design and construction methods that enhance biological diversity and protect and restore ecological processes.  She also has designed park and public access projects with the goal of preserving and enhancing the ecological character and aesthetics of the site while providing an engaging experience for the public.  Ingrid currently serves on the Board of Directors for the California Native Grasslands Association where she focuses on grasslands restoration and the use of native grasses in lawn alternatives, bioswales, and meadow gardens.  As a LEED Green Associate and Bay-Friendly Qualified Landscape Design Professional, she understands green building and design strategies, including low-water use plants and irrigation systems, protecting and improving soils, and using salvaged and recycled materials.