David is the founding principal of DAVID RUBIN Land Collective and is recipient of the 2011-2012 Garden Club of America Rome Prize in Landscape Architecture from the American Academy in Rome. His visionary contribution to the field in “empathy-driven design” is a hallmark of the studio, earning increasing renown for fusing issues of social justice in cities with excellence in the design of public spaces. His work has received awards and honors from the American Society of Landscape Architects and the American Institute of Architects. David is also Design Critic at Harvard University School of Design.

Matt is a landscape designer educated at the Pennsylvania State University. He also studied abroad in Germany, where he observed urban space, post-war industrial landscapes, and sustainable design. Through his learning and travel experiences, Matt continues to seek a better understanding of the contextual philosophy within landscapes socially, economically, and ecologically, both at home and abroad. Prior to joining Land Collective, Matt focused on design at a variety of scales within the institutional sector while working at Mahan Rykiel Associates.

New to DAVID RUBIN Land Collective, Joe assists us with getting those hard-to-reach shots, tracking construction on larger projects, and seasonal time-lapse scenarios. He travels extensively and is a valued member of the studio team. His buzz is infectious, and the extended team appreciates the varied perspectives he offers on the constructed landscape.

As a landscape designer, Henry is interested in landscapes' potential to enhance public health and enrich culture. He considers design as the narrative for creating the world we want to live in. Henry holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Philadelphia University, where he was awarded exceptional achievement for his thesis. Henry has also studied in Denmark and has a continued interest in Scandinavian culture and design. His professional experience spans multiple design foci, including landscape, architecture and visualization

Ro is responsible for the studio's financial operations. She parlayed her engineering degree from Drexel University and corporate management experience into founding a successful bookkeeping business, and now serves as Land Collective's Controller, with responsibilities ranging from billing process management to the performance of various treasury functions, and from pursuing the collection of the accounts receivable to reviewing and disbursing accounts payable. Ro applies her talents to the development of the kinds of close professional relationships and problem-solving/process improvements that ensure the studio’s financial stability.

Rose graduated from the University of Houston with a bachelor of architecture, and worked in community planning as well as architecture before receiving her master of landscape architecture degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Passionate about design and humanity, she believes that well-designed spaces hold limitless potential to affect positive change for people and their environment. In her spare time, Rose loves volunteering and traveling to experience and connect with various cultures and places.

Rachel Spencer is a landscape designer and recent graduate of the University of Oregon’s program with a master of landscape architecture degree. Rachel’s past experience includes work in landscape design, construction, and installation as well as horticulture. She is a designer who seeks to create places that serve the community with an awareness that users are co-creators in the collective experience of spaces.

As a designer, Michelle is interested in the intersection of culture, environment, and innovative technology and the potential to create spaces that encourage conversation and discussion – allowing for increased engagement between people, as well as a connection with the designed landscapes people inhabit. Michelle holds a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from Virginia Tech and was awarded a Virginia ASLA Student Merit Award. She has also studied in Copenhagen and Shanghai and continues to be excited about exploring and learning from other cultures.