Joni L. Janecki
Landscape architect; president of Joni L. Janecki & Associates
Santa Cruz, California
Summary
Founder and long-time leader of a regional landscape architecture practice focused on collaborative, community-based design. jlja+1
Committed to sustainable, ecologically restorative landscapes — emphasizes native and regionally adapted plants, water-conserving strategies, and integrated stormwater management in institutional and residential projects. jlja+2
Experienced in complex campus and civic projects with a record of long-term institutional partnerships, including extended work for UC Santa Cruz, Cal Poly, and major foundations. jlja+2
Recognized leader in the profession with awards and honors including elevation to the ASLA Council of Fellows (2024) and regional design awards for work that advances biodiversity and climate resilience. asla+2
Work
Education
Projects
Writing
The Drought Will Tell
March 1, 2015Piece associated with Landscape Architecture Magazine (March 2015) listed on the professional recognition/publications page, connected to work such as the Packard Foundation project.
LA Forum: A Playground for All Children
October 1, 1994Article published in Landscape Architecture Magazine discussing playground design for children (title listed among the person's publications).
A Really Big Slough
May 1, 1994Article published in Landscape Architecture Magazine (title listed among the person's publications).
Growing Native
June 1, 1993Article in West Magazine about native-plant-focused landscapes (title listed among the person's publications).