What We Do

Habitat Land Planning is a boutique design studio specializing in landscape design and planning services. Using nature-based solutions, we strive to enhance biodiversity, restore natural systems, and promote urban resilience.    

Community | Connection | Habitat

Who We Are

Kelly Cowan | Founder & Landscape Designer

With a background in construction management, horticulture, and landscape architecture, Kelly is dedicated to crafting timeless design solutions rooted in the natural community. Her work responds to the unique character of each site, creating functional spaces that integrate natural systems into urban landscapes.

During her previous employment, Kelly has worked on both large-scale and small-scale comprehensive planning projects, ranging from residential estate design to master planning and community development. She is experienced in all stages of project development – from initial vision and conceptual drawings through detailed documentation, project management, and construction observation.

Kelly is a skilled designer with extensive experience in the landscape architecture and planning industry. She has a strong background in sustainable site planning, landscape design, construction documentation, and submittal coordination, leading projects from concept to completion.

Habitat Land Planning is client-focused and dedicated to providing a personalized service.

Services We Offer

  • Site Feasibility Studies
  • Site Evaluation Prior to Purchase
  • Securing Entitlements
  • Management of Environmental Permitting, Including Obtaining 404 Nationwide Permits (NWPs) from the USACE
  • Sustainable Site Planning
  • Native Landscape Design
  • Green Roof Design
  • Interior Plantscapes
  • Plant Procurement
  • Sustainable Material Selection
  • Construction Documents
  • Project Management
  • Installation
  • Construction Observation

Licensed North Carolina Landscape Contractor

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Let’s explore ways to create strong connections between the natural world and the built environments we live in.