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 and is a Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects. 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 recently served as Design Critic at Harvard University School of Design.

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.

Ken utilizes his wide-ranging experience in the profession to inspire and inform his current projects. That work ranges from large-scale master plans for international clients to intricate project detailing. While his work has been primarily focused on college and university related projects, Ken has also collaborated with private developers on multi-unit housing, and governmental institutions for urban streetscapes, parks, and trail projects. As Technical Director, his design and construction experience in the A/E/C industry is utilized on all projects as they advance to documentation and construction. Ken's great passion is also evident in his role as a mentor to the Land Collective staff, assisting the team with design approach, technical issues, and general guidance through the profession.

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.

Originally trained in Georgia, Winnie relocated to Philadelphia and joined Land Collective, where she holds the position of Canine Chief Morale Officer.  Winnie finds her passion for landscape architecture through the tactile experience of discovering the smellable and chewable components of all landscapes. She believes that a happy work environment is a productive one, and strives to bring laughter and joy to the office. Winnie aspires to continue honing her design skills at Land Collective and will also serve as the canine representative on all applicable projects.

Jessica is a certified planner versed in bridging the divide between policy and design. She believes planning can be both visionary and action-oriented. Prior to joining Land Collective, Jessica led future land use planning and implementation strategies for transit-oriented development for the City of Indianapolis. Her work leading Indy’s first comprehensive land use plan update in over fifty years earned multiple awards for best practice in planning and engagement.

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.

Hanna strives to be ecologically sensitive and socially conscious in her designs. Her passion for landscape architecture stems from an interest in the global water crisis, specifically how the lack of fresh water disproportionately affects women. Wanting to attack the problem from multiple angles, Hanna was drawn to landscape architects' ability to create holistic solutions that are as beautiful as they are functional. In her spare time, Hanna enjoys volunteering at urban farms, taking dance classes, and travelling to new places.

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.