Join us for this discussion where Ernest Wong will speak to the crucial role landscape architecture and urban design play in mitigating climate change and fostering a shared sense of place.
Architect Talk: Ernest Wong
Ping Tom Park. Photo by Andrew Bruah.
Ernest Wong, FASLA, founding principal of site design group, ltd., will reflect on nearly four decades of landscape architecture in Chicago and beyond in conversation with CAC President & CEO Eleanor Gorski.
In this Architect Talk, Wong will explore how site design group, ltd. has made its name sculpting singular, community-oriented spaces across Chicago, with work extending to other U.S. and Asian cities.
He will speak to the crucial role landscape architecture and urban design play in mitigating climate change while revisiting projects that have come to define his career and a shared sense of place. These include but are not limited to: Ping Tom Memorial Park; Riverwalk East; Henry Palmisano Park; 31st Street Harbor; Altgeld Gardens redevelopment; Pullman National Historical Park and more.
Wong will also discuss major works currently in progress, including the Obama Presidential Center campus landscape (in collaboration with Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates) and the 1901 Project at the United Center.
Learn how site design group approaches climate adaptation and continues to reimagine urban spaces in ways that connect, engage and inspire.
Keynote speaker
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About the speaker
As the Founding Principal and President of site, Ernest C. Wong has been instrumental in the evolution of the firm over 35 years as a multi-cultural cutting-edge design entity, fostering the landscape architecture profession in Chicago.
Ernie serves on the board of numerous public service organizations and professional juries including the Driehaus Award for Architectural Excellence in Community Design, City Parks Alliance, and as the Chair of the Chicago Landmarks Commission. In 2013, Ernie was elevated to the American Society of Landscape Architects Council of Fellows for his exceptional leadership, extensive community service, and outreach work.
Ping Tom Park. Photo by Scott Shigley.
Pioneer Court. Photo by Scott Shigley.
Palmisano Park. Photo by Scott Shigley.
Pullman National Historical Park Visitors Center. Photo by Scott Shigley.
The 1901 Project. Rendering by Proloog and RIOS.
Chicago Riverwalk East. Photo by Scott Shigley.
