Osborn Consulting, Inc.

05/22/2026

As Public Works Week comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the many ways public works and public works professionals help shape stronger, safer, and more connected communities.

For our final spotlight, we’re featuring Eric Smith, Project Delivery Manager. Public works is built on collaboration, bringing together communities, agencies, and design teams to create infrastructure that not only serves today’s needs, but supports future generations as well.

Thank you to all the public works professionals whose work keeps our communities moving, connected, and thriving!

05/21/2026

As we continue celebrating Public Works Week, we’re highlighting more perspectives from the team on the importance of public infrastructure and the impact it has on our communities.

Today’s spotlight is Gauri Patil, Landscape Designer. Public works is about more than infrastructure, it’s about listening, collaborating, and creating spaces that reflect the needs and values of the communities they serve – something that inspires Gauri every day to continue designing better for the future!

05/19/2026

Public works shape the places we gather, move, and connect, often in ways you might not notice but experience every day.

Here in the Pacific Northwest, we’re constantly balancing growth, aging infrastructure, and changing climate conditions, from more intense rainfall events to long-term sea level rise. That makes the role of public infrastructure even more critical and more complex.

As Public Works Week continues, we talked to Debbie Harris, Project Delivery Manager, about how she sees her role in creating stronger, more resilient communities.

05/18/2026

It’s Public Works Week, a time to celebrate the essential contributions of the dedicated professionals who keep life moving and our communities connected.

As a proud partner of public works agencies and projects across the Pacific Northwest, we’re taking this week to highlight the impact of public infrastructure on our daily lives by asking our team to share some of their thoughts.

Our first spotlight is on Kristin Kildall, Senior Project Manager and Landscape Architect, on what originally drew her to public-sector projects.

Stay tuned throughout the week as more members of the Osborn team share their perspectives on the importance of public works and the role it plays in strengthening our communities!

04/29/2026

Landscape architecture shapes the places where daily life unfolds, from parks and schoolyards to campuses, waterfronts, and streetscapes. Though often “invisible,” these design decisions influence how people move, gather, and connect.

As World Landscape Architecture Month comes to a close, we’re sharing highlights from last week’s Washington Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference, where Cheryl Chow Park received a Spotlight Award recognizing outstanding achievements by public agencies across the state.

As Landscape Architect and design lead on the project, we’re proud to see Seattle Parks and Recreation recognized for creating this 1.2-acre green space in the heart of Rainier Valley—one of the most diverse urban neighborhoods in the country.

Once an underutilized site overrun with invasive weeds, the park has been transformed into a welcoming, low-maintenance space designed for kids, families, and the broader community to enjoy for generations. Today, it stands as a true neighborhood gathering place.

See additional projects and learn more about the work of Osborn's Landscape Architects on our website! https://osbornconsulting.com/project-area/open-space/

04/22/2026

We had a fantastic time last week at APWA Washington Chapter's "Building Communities of Belonging" conference in Vancouver!

Osborn’s Cheyenne Covington and Madison Pearson joined Cameron Bloomer (KBA) and Jed Ireland (City of Sammamish) for a lively panel on navigating utility conflicts for public projects. The room was full, the questions were thoughtful, and the conversation highlighted what really moves projects forward efficiently and successfully: strong collaboration between owners, engineers, contractors, and utility providers.

We loved connecting with so many of you - thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello. Looking forward to continuing the conversation!

04/15/2026

We’re proud to share that Seattle Public Schools' Montlake Elementary School and John Rogers Elementary School have both been named finalists for the 2026 Vision Awards!

Hosted by Seattle 2030 District, the Vision Awards recognize projects and leaders advancing innovation in sustainability, energy efficiency, and climate action across our region.

These two schools showcase what the future of learning environments can be: thoughtfully designed, community-centered, and built with sustainability at their core.

Osborn is honored to have played a role in bringing these spaces to life, serving as Landscape Architecture lead on both schools. A big thank you to our incredible partners and Seattle Public Schools for the opportunity to contribute our expertise to such meaningful projects!

🌿 Read more about how our Landscape Architects helped create dynamic learning and play spaces on our blog: https://osbornconsulting.com/new-outdoor-learning-and-play-spaces-at-john-rogers-and-montlake-elementary-schools/

04/13/2026

Osborn's own Brennan Helwig and Tom Hutchison presented at last week's Joint Annual Conference put on by the Washington Chapter of The Wildlife Society and the Washington-BC Chapter of the American Fisheries Society, for a session on bridging the gap between engineers and biologists in the fish passage design process.

In the Pacific Northwest, restoring historical salmon habitat means designing water crossings that both support fish passage and can withstand strong storm events - but biology and engineering don’t always align. Brennan and Tom highlighted how engineers can better integrate biology into design, focusing on streambed materials, flow modeling, and woody debris placement, while still meeting structural standards. The goal: bridge the gap between disciplines to create solutions that work for both fish and infrastructure.

Read more about our fish passage work on our website!
osbornconsulting.com/project-area/fish-passage-culvert-repair-and-replacement/

04/09/2026

There's a new salmon in the Sound 👀

Survive the Sound is a one-of-a-kind event combining science, art, technology, and education to spotlight the challenges salmon and steelhead trout face during their dangerous trek out to the Pacific Ocean -- and the 2026 roster is now live!

Sign up now to follow our mascot Lars W. McOsborn (LWM) as he begins his journey from the Nisqually River starting on April 27! Join us and see if he can survive the Sound: https://survivethesound.org

04/01/2026

Meet our expanded leadership team! 🚀

As we grow, we stay focused on where we can make the greatest impact for our clients and the communities we serve. With new practice leads and business group leads on board, we're doubling down on our commitment to creative and technical excellence.

Hear directly from our leaders about what sets us apart in a new video created in partnership with students from the University of Washington.

Check out the teaser below and the full video here!

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