Studio
DELT·A is a landscape urbanism studio focused on designing ecologies, landscapes and territories.
DELT·A is a landscape urbanism studio specializing in the design and planning of ecologies, landscapes, and territories. With a focus on performative and resilient design and planning, we provide ecological urbanism, landscape planning and design services, emphasizing climate resilience, adaptive solutions, water sensitive design and landscape-led planning. Our work spans from large-scale urban transformations to small-scale interventions, always guided by a commitment to ecological design and sustainable futures.
Services
LANDSCAPE
PLANNING
PLANNING
We design landscapes as performative, adaptive systems that respond to climate, culture, and context. Our approach integrates sustainable water management, native vegetation, and climate-responsive materials to create ecologically functional and socially vibrant environments. Inspired by local materials, socializing patterns and natural systems, we shape public spaces that foster community life, support biodiversity, and provide thermal comfort.
Our ecological urbanism service integrates environmental sustainability with urban planning to deliver resilient, adaptive cities. Using a landscape-led methodology, we assess ecological assets, terrain, water systems, and climate risks to guide land use and spatial structure. By integrating natural systems as infrastructure, we create urban environments where stormwater networks shape design and green corridors enhance climate regulation, and public life.
ECOLOGICAL
URBANISM
URBANISM
LANDSCAPE
DESIGN
DESIGN
At DELT·A we develop landscape planning projects that address climate challenges, enhance biodiversity, and restore ecosystems—fostering a healthier environment for both people and nature. Our approach through landscape-led planning strategies, nature-based solutions and adaptive strategies, integrates forward-thinking strategies to mitigate risks, strengthen resilience, and promote climate adaptation and mitigation.
Methodology
We follow a landscape-led process that moves from analysis to masterplanning. Starting with environmental and territorial studies, we define concepts and strategies, test scenarios through sketching, and refine them into coordinated designs. The outcome is a framework plan supported by strategies and guidelines, developed through continuous client feedback and review.
Strategies
At DELT·A, we shape landscapes as resilient, adaptive systems that respond to climate, ecology, and community needs. Our strategies combine landscape-led planning, water-sensitive design, and climate resilience and adaptation to create environments that perform ecologically, support culture, and thrive over time.
Climate Resilience & Adaptation
We develop strategies that strengthen landscapes against climate change impacts such as flooding, heat, and ecosystem shifts. By embedding resilience into the design process, we help cities and territories adapt to evolving risks, ensuring environmental performance and long-term functionality under changing conditions.
Ecosystem Integration
We implement nature-based solutions that restore, protect, and integrate ecosystems into urban and regional settings. Our designs leverage the inherent capacity of natural systems to manage water, regulate climate, and support biodiversity—delivering multifunctional landscapes that promote ecological health and environmental justice.
Water-Sensitive Design
We apply water-sensitive urban design (WSUD) principles to create landscapes that manage, retain, and reuse water. Through systems like sub-irrigated planting and permeable surfaces, we transform stormwater into a valuable resource while mitigating flood risk and enhancing the performance of public spaces.
Landscape-Led Planning
Our planning approach is rooted in the landscape itself—using topography, hydrology, and ecology to guide development. We analyse environmental assets and constraints to define land suitability, ecological structures, and green infrastructure networks that shape resilient and adaptive territorial frameworks.
Public Realm Design
We design inclusive, bio-diverse public spaces that invite social interaction and ecological performance. Our approach emphasizes comfort, permeability, and seasonal activation—creating public realms that are both functional and vibrant, adaptable to evolving urban needs and connected to natural systems.
Performative Landscape
We ensure long-term environmental performance by prioritizing low-impact materials, native planting, and passive climate strategies. Our designs focus on lifecycle thinking and ecological function, resulting in landscapes that are efficient to maintain, resilient over time, and beneficial for both people and the planet.
Social & Cultural Integration
We design spaces that reflect local identity, encourage community use, and support cultural continuity. Through engagement, programming, and sensitivity to local behavioural patterns, our projects foster inclusive environments where people feel represented, connected, and empowered in the shared public realm.
Landscape Enhancement
We create strategies that restore, connect, and enhance landscapes as living systems that support both ecology and society. By strengthening natural assets and integrating them into urban and regional frameworks, our projects foster healthier environments and more resilient territories.
Where we work
Our work spans diverse environments across the globe, including southern Europe, Central and South America, the Middle East and Africa. We have designed and implemented projects that range from large urban transformations, landscape planning strategies and guidelines to small-scale public spaces, always guided by our commitment to ecological design and climate resilience.
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