Our people

Growing up as the daughter of a florist and an engineer, Amanda developed a respect for two very different worlds, horticulture and technical design. At UC Davis, she was able to focus her interests into the discipline of Landscape Architecture. Amanda loves to explore the intersection between the natural and built worlds, crafting spaces that play on their relationship. Outside of work, Amanda values her time with family, travel and music.

Angelica is a native San Diegan and a graduate of San Diego State University. She is thrilled to work for a firm that is passionate about highlighting the natural beauty of her beloved home town. When she is not running the numbers she enjoys spending time with her family, estate sale shopping and playing soccer.

A Southern California native, and a Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Landscape Architecture graduate, Annie is very familiar with the ecological treasure that is San Diego. With experience in Design-Build, Annie comes to us with an acquired eye for detail and an understanding of the importance of natural spaces for the health of people and nature alike. When she is not hard at work, you can find Annie tearing up the soccer field or enjoying the culinary delights that San Diego has to offer.

Azlynn was born and raised in San Diego and graduated from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Azlynn has experience in resort design, retail development, master planning, residential landscape design, as well as a nursery management and landscape design/build background. Azlynn focuses on the development of spaces that create opportunity for community and also respond to and encourage growth and stewardship of the native habitat in her work. Outside of the office Azlynn can usually be found on a trail or travel adventure with family and friends.

With over 2 decades of experience, Brad has a wealth of experience in leading complex projects from concept design through construction. Brad’s core strength is his ability to develop creative, yet grounded design solutions centered on his client’s goals. His creativity, technical knowledge and real-world experience allow him to develop solutions for projects of any size, scale, and level of complexity. His “off the field” interests include hiking, tennis, yoga and scuba diving.

Brynne grew up in Southern California and received her Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Through her love of art, Brynne found her way to Landscape Architecture. She is motivated to create thoughtful and culturally significant designs inspired by nature, in its beauty and function. Brynne enjoys being active, and after playing volleyball most of her life, has continued to explore other activities such as rock climbing, kickboxing, swimming, and more. She also continues to express herself through many creative outlets: drawing, painting, sewing, crocheting, piano, and any craft she finds the time to try.

A San Diego County native, Cameron returns to San Diego after studying Landscape Architecture in Colorado and gaining experience in a Northern California design office. He enjoys the marriage between art and science that landscape architecture entails, and the satisfaction of working on projects that benefit native ecologies. Outside of the office, Cameron enjoys spending time with family and friends in the outdoors and trying to best his PR in the 5K.

Supporting the creative industry for over 20 years with a keen knack for establishing, organizing, and maintaining the details of a great work environment for both clients and fellow teammates, Evan has extensive experience in personal and executive assisting as well as office and studio managing. Originally from Montana, Evan moved to San Diego earning her degree in graphic design while developing her ever-growing love for music.

Beginning as a draftsman and a great coffee maker in a residential estate design-build firm in Chicago, Ian learned then that the process of design always starts with one key element – a story. A story provides coherence to an idea and guidance to creating great places. And Ian does love to tell a great story. Through his 20+ years in design, Ian has been fortunate to craft great places, from estate gardens, to resorts, to multi-family housing and mixed-use developments.

After graduating from the University of Connecticut in 1999, James made his way to San Diego to work on resort planning, high end residential communities, urban development and upscale retail. James has planned and designed many modern residential multifamily developments that respond to the needs of smart, savvy millennials. He brings technical expertise to complex and challenging projects that require creativity and team collaboration to deliver unique solutions with extraordinary results. James spends his free time with his family, often on the hiking trail or teaching his children to surf.

A graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Jason has been creating timeless designs throughout the San Diego and western region since 1995. Licensed in California and Arizona, Jason brings a diverse and creative background to GroundLevel. His ability to manage and support the studio, provide innovative and thoughtful design solutions, and address client’s needs, make him a valued team member. Jason enjoys spending his weekends on the pitch with his wife rooting on their twin daughters.

Jesslin returned to her native San Diego after graduating from the International University of Catalunya, Barcelona with a Master’s in City Resilience. Her background in architecture and experience in community development have given her a unique perspective on social sustainability within an urban setting. She is passionate about smart and sustainable design and looks forward to contributing to innovative projects that stimulate transitions towards more just, sustainable and resilient societies. Jesslin loves to travel and spend time with family and friends.