Salix Sea Studio PLLC is a Burien-based landscape architecture and urban design practice dedicated to crafting thoughtful outdoor spaces tailored to the needs of individuals and communities. Established and led by Brenda Snyder, a licensed landscape architect with a rich background in environmental design, the studio draws from years of international experience in landscape and urban development. With degrees in landscape architecture, urban design, and regenerative systems, Snyder has cultivated a deep understanding of site characteristics and sustainable practices that inform her design process.
The studio serves a diverse clientele, focusing primarily on residential gardens while also engaging in a variety of project types including public parks, community gardens, and affordable housing developments. Salix Sea Studio emphasizes collaborative engagement with clients, ensuring their individual desires are woven seamlessly into each project. Services offered by the firm include master plans, conceptual and schematic designs, permit documentation, mitigation plans, and community outreach.
Salix Sea Studio is committed to environmental sustainability, creating climate-adaptive site ecologies that enhance comfort, interest, and a sense of belonging. They strive to deliver enduring designs that not only meet functional needs but also resonate aesthetically within their surroundings.
With experience in the Puget Sound Basin and further afield, Brenda Snyder's portfolio includes public gardens and institutional master plans. Ongoing community outreach and stakeholder engagement are core components of the studio’s approach, ensuring that the voices of the community inform and inspire the design process. Whether through intricate residential landscapes or expansive public spaces, Salix Sea Studio PLLC continues to contribute positively to the environment and enhance community connectivity through thoughtful design.
