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ABOUT

The name Affinity refers to the instinct within all living things to move toward that which promotes life. 

We apply ecological concepts to create landscapes that are functional and beautiful.

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NICK ASSAD MLA, OALA, CSLA, ISA

Principal, Landscape Architect and Consulting Arborist

Nick has been working in the field of ecological restoration for nearly 20 years, starting his career in a horticultural capacity and later developing skills as a designer. Nick provides professional design and project management services for  private and public sector clients.

Nick is adept at pulling together multi-disciplinary consulting teams to meet unique project requirements. As a certified Landscape Architect, his expertise spans all project stages including environmental impact assessment, permitting, conceptual and detailed design, procurement, and contract administration for construction. An ISA certified arborist, Nick provides expert tree assessments. 

Nick’s strength is in finding practical and appropriate solutions to meet client goals and agency requirements.  

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ESSENTIAL INTENT

Our Essential Intent is to enable our clients to create landscapes that increase biodiversity and reduce rainwater runoff.

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