Rural & Small-Town Communities

This network is for: Landscape architects working in rural and small-town—focused on improving transportation access, supporting historic preservation in smaller settings, and guiding thoughtful development.

Embracing rural life, the waterside pavilion serves as a vibrant hub for daily interactions, seasonal festivities, and intergenerational gatherings.

Rural & Small-Town Communities serves as a forum for landscape architects and allied professionals working in rural areas and small towns—places that often face distinct challenges related to design, infrastructure, mobility, and growth.

Members focus on improving transportation access, public space design, ecological resilience, and overall quality of life in non-metropolitan areas. The network also recognizes the critical role of historic preservation in maintaining cultural identity and supporting place-based design solutions that honor community heritage while planning for the future.