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What a Park’s Design Does to Your Brain



As a student in Poland, Agnieszka Anna Olszewska was fascinated by the way that some landscapes seemed to be more contemplative than others. She wanted to research the reasons behind that calming effect, but she found little encouragement. “People told me I can write a novel, I can write a poem about the contemplativeness of landscape, but not a scientific paper.” One well-respected landscape architect told her it couldn’t be done because of the diversity of human responses: Some of us might find a garden … Continue reading What a Park’s Design Does to Your Brain

Ron Martinez, AIA



A love of drawing and problem solving drove Ron Martinez into the field of architecture, and he began practicing in 1988. After working in large and small architecture firms for about nine years, Martinez came together with Barry Scairono to form Scairono Martinez Architects in 1996. The small firm includes a staff of seven, but he said they have still been able to take on some larger projects. Martinez plays an active role in the industry and currently serves as president of the New Orleans … Continue reading Ron Martinez, AIA