GAI-CSG Master Brochure

Planning

and Designing Meaningful Places

Introducing GAI’s Community Solutions Group

GAI’s Community Solutions Group (CSG) is committed to shaping livable, enduring communities that can thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive world. As an interdisciplinary practice within GAI Consultants, we take a holistic, integrated approach to planning, design, and implementation – crafting the ideas and physical environments that sustain community life.

We collaborate with local government, private developers, institutions, and non-profits to envision and deliver impactful places: vibrant neighborhoods, reimagined streets and corridors, and thoughtfully designed landscapes and parks, while providing the regulatory and economic insight necessary to bring vision to reality.

Our diverse team combines expertise in urban & regional planning, landscape architecture, design, economics, and strategy. This integrated skill set enhances our ability to work across sectors and create vibrant, resilient, and inclusive communities that stand the test of time.

Director, GAI’s Community Solutions Group

Peter Sechler, PLA, AICP, MBA Vice President

321.319.3126 | p.sechler@gaiconsultants.com

Our mission is to create

Diverse Perspectives, Shared Purpose

We are an experienced and multidisciplinary team of planners, designers, and analysts dedicated to creating community places. Our varied backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives —strengthens our work and deepens our understanding of the communities we serve.

Landscape Architecture

We blend ecology, culture, and design to create vibrant outdoor environments—from parks and plazas to campuses and communities. Through green infrastructure design, we integrate natural systems with human needs, crafting spaces that are sustainable, functional, and beautiful. Through thoughtful planning and design, we transform land into lasting experiences.

Services:

ƒ Campus Master Plans

ƒ Construction Administration

ƒ Complete Streets and Streetscapes

ƒ Feature Amenity Areas

ƒ Green Infrastructure

ƒ Parks and Open Space Design

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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Master Planning

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ƒ Neighborhood Enhancements

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ƒ Transit-Oriented Developments

MASTER PLANNING

Parks

We plan and design parks and systems that support public health, environmental sustainability, and economic vitality. Our work helps communities envision and implement systems that serve diverse users, adapt to changing needs, and deliver long-term value. We develop strategic guidelines for investment, programming, and stewardship, aligning vision with action to create spaces that contribute to stronger, more livable communities. Services:

ƒ Parks and Recreation System Planning

ƒ Parks Economic Impact and Funding

ƒ Recreational Facilities Design

ƒ Trail Planning and Design

Urban Analytics

We use a deep understanding of market dynamics, financial feasibility, and economic context to inform strategic decision making. With expertise in real estate positioning, revenue generation, public-private partnerships, and redevelopment strategies, we craft actionable solutions that align with broader goals. Our work bridges data and vision, delivering grounded and transformative strategies.

Services:

ƒ Bond Revenue Feasibility Studies

ƒ Demographic and Socio-Economic Analysis

ƒ Developer Solicitation

ƒ Economic and Fiscal Impact Analysis

ƒ Economic Development Prospectus

ƒ Financial Modeling

ƒ Housing Studies

ƒ Market Reporting

ƒ Real Estate and Market Analysis

ƒ Redevelopment and Strategic Action Planning

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URBAN ANALYTICS

Wayfinding

We create intuitive, functional wayfinding systems for complex communities and environments. We design clear, user-centric strategies tailored to each place —that considering natural features, landmarks, user behavior, and stakeholder goals. By understanding how people navigate and perceive space, we make wayfinding seamless, enhancing the experience for both locals and visitors.

Services:

ƒ Educational and Interpretive Design

ƒ Environmental Graphic Design

ƒ Map Design and Standards

ƒ Naming and Branding

ƒ Sign Construction Administration

ƒ Signage and Wayfinding Master Plans

ƒ Wayfinding Master Plan

ƒ Website Design

WAYFINDING

University of Florida Wayfinding Master Plan and Implementation GAINESVILLE, FL

Our Practices: Planning and Designing

Meaningful Places

We design environments that connect people, nature, and community. Through landscape architecture, master planning, parks systems, wayfinding, and, urban analytics, we create places that are functional, resilient, and inspiring. Our integrated approach blends data, design, and strategy to turn vision into action and places into lasting experiences.

Portfolio and Project Examples

The following pages provide an overview of our skills and services across a range of project types. On many of these projects, our Community Solutions Group provided multiple services. All of the projects represent the direct experience of current Community Solutions Group professionals acting in a leadership role.

COMMUNITY VISIONING +

URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Downtown Urban Design ST. PETERSBURG, FL

West Lake Neighborhood ORANGE COUNTY, FL

Maitland Downtown Master Plan MAITLAND, FL

Dr. Phillips Packing District ORLANDO, FL

ORLANDO, FL

ORLANDO, FL

East Tampa CRA Strategic Action Plan

TAMPA, FL

URBAN ECONOMICS + REDEVELOPMENT

Downtown Redevelopment + Streetscapes ORLANDO, FL

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ORLANDO, FL

ALTA @ Health Village

ORLANDO, FL

Camden Lake Eola ORLANDO, FL

TAMPA, FL

CAMPUS +

ENVIRONMENTS

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic - Phase 1

ORLANDO, FL

Orlando Health – Lake Beauty Park ORLANDO, FL

Tavistock Corporate Headquarters

LAKE NONA, FL

Downtown Civic Center Major Renovation CHARLESTON, WV

Downtown Civic Center Major Renovation CHARLESTON, WV

University of Florida Landscape Master Plan

GAINESVILLE, FL

University

University of Central Florida Landscape Master Plan ORLANDO, FL

PARKS, OPEN SPACE + TRAILS

JACKSONVILLE, FL

JACKSONVILLE, FL

ORLANDO, FL

SEMINOLE COUNTY, FL

Lake Eola Park Master Plan

ORLANDO, FL

Lake Eola Park Master Plan ORLANDO, FL

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS | FLORIDA CHAPTER

2023 Design Awards, Award of Honor, Planning and Analysis Category

Lake Eola Park Master Plan

ORLANDO, FL

Lake Eola Park Master Plan ORLANDO, FL

HURRICANE, WV

HURRICANE, WV

LIVABLE STREETS + URBAN PLACES

Historic Village Streetscapes

WAUWATOSA, WI

Historic Village Streetscapes

WAUWATOSA, WI

CHARLESTON, WV

CHARLESTON, WV

Riverplace Boulevard Complete Street JACKSONVILLE, FL

WAYFINDING + ENVIRONMENTAL GRAPHICS

I-Drive District Signage + Wayfinding ORLANDO, FL

ORLANDO, FL

Orlando Health Campus Wayfinding

ORLANDO, FL

Central Michigan University Wayfinding Master Plan

MT. PLEASANT, MI

Central Michigan University - Wayfinding

MASTER PLAN

GATEWAY SIGN DESIGNS

Central Michigan University retained AECOM to create a Wayfinding Guidelines and Master Plan that included gateway and directional signs that make up the urban landscape in public areas of the Central Michigan University Campus. The Wayfinding Master Plan was comprised of Gateway signs, building ID, Vehicular and Pedestrian Directional, Parking ID, Kiosk/Map, District ID, ID Plaques, and temporary Event Signage.

Central Michigan University (CMU) is a public research university located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. CMU was established in 1892, and is one of the nation’s 100 largest public universities and the third largest in Michigan with more than 20,000 students on its Mount Pleasant campus and another 7,000 enrolled online and at more than 60 locations worldwide.

In addition to AECOM’s coordinated planning, urban design, and landscape architectural services, a comprehensive wayfinding program was developed to enhance the campus vision to establish a clean, healthy, engaging environment. The introduction of a clear and legible wayfinding system will increase the comfort level of the visitor through the use of appropriate and well-placed signage, providing the reassurance that they are heading in the correct direction. In the current age of time restrictions and busy schedules, a complete and navigable wayfinding system will enable easier movement within this complex environment and promote a positive experience for all users of this popular facility.

SIGN DESIGN PALETTE

University of Florida Wayfinding Master Plan

GAINESVILLE, FL

DESIGNS

City of Danville River District Wayfinding Master Plan DANVILLE, VA

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS – BRAND DESIGN STANDARDS

Matthews Polyurethane Enamel Paint

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Matthews Polyurethane Enamel Paint

MP# 32071 with UV inhibitor, finished with Matthews Super Satin Clear Coat, 290-228SP V2

Oralite 5800-010 Reflective Film, White

SIGN DESIGN PALETTE

Polyurethane Enamel Paint MP# 09133 with UV inhibitor, finished with Matthews Super Satin Clear Coat, 290-228SP

P7 Matthews Polyurethane Enamel Paint MP# 25595 with UV inhibitor, finished with Matthews Super Satin Clear Coat, 290-228SP

City of Alexandria Park Wayfinding Design Guidelines ALEXANDRIA, VA

Overview

AND BOUNDARY

The project boundary encloses six (6) different parks, selected based on size (10-60 acres).

An initial design scheme was presented to the City of Alexandria on September 15, 2016. Applied delivered three sign design options and two mapping options with a positive or negative design approach to seek for general direction and conceptual design of the project. At the end of the schematic design phase Applied will present detail designs and a full sign palette based on the feedback received from the September meeting.

Detailed Design

Run Park Trail map

SIGN DESIGN PALETTE MAP DESIGN

- Ben Brenman/Boothe Parks

- Joseph Hensley Park

- Chinquapin Park

- Four Mile Run Park

- Eugene Simpson Stadium Park

- Holmes Run Park and Greenway

Plus one (1) waterfront park.

- Windmill Hill Park

LOGO + BRANDING DESIGN

2016

Florida Redevelopment Association

Roy F. Kenzie Award, Planning Studies

Clermont Downtown & Waterfront Master Plan

FRA Roy F. Kenzie Award [Fiscal Impact Study]

Orlando Downtown Economic Indicators

2018

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Honor

NeoCity

Florida Planning & Zoning Association

Outstanding Plan/Study

OBTNext Master & Implementation Plan

American Planning Association

2017

American Planning Association

2017 Florida Chapter Award of Excellence, Neighborhood Planning

Ocoee Downtown Master Plan

American Planning Association

Florida Chapter Award of Merit, Grassroots Initiatives

Eatonville Capacity Building Project

Florida Planning & Zoning Association

Outstanding Plan

Ocoee Downtown Master Plan

Florida Chapter Award of Merit

OBTNext Master and Implementation Plan

American Planning Association

Sun Coast Florida Chapter Best

“Public Outreach & Engagement”

Warehouse Arts District/Deuces Live Action Plan

2019

American Planning Association

Florida Chapter Award of Excellence

Regional Affordable Housing Initiative

American Planning Association

Florida Chapter Award of Merit

Envision St. Cloud

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Honor

Victory Point Park

Florida Redevelopment Association

Roy F. Kenzie Award, Capital Projects

Beautification

Victory Point Park

Florida Redevelopment Association

Roy F. Kenzie Award, Promotion

Opportunity Zone Overview and Prospectus

Florida Redevelopment Association

Roy F. Kenzie Award, Transportation Transit Enhancement

Denning Drive Complete Street

AIA West Virginia

Honor Award for Excellence in Architecture

Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center

PLANNING & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARDS

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Merit

Gainesville South Main Street Transformation

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Honor

University of Florida Campus Landscape Master Plan

American Planning Association

Florida Chapter Award of Merit

Pineloch Elementary School S.T.R.E.A.M.

Club Program

Florida Redevelopment Association

Roy F. Kenzie Award, Capital Projects/ Infrastructure

Riverplace Boulevard Complete Street

Florida Planning and Zoning Association

FPZA Outstanding Sustainability Project

State Road 200/A1A Corridor Master Plan

Downtown Orlando Partnership’s

Golden Brick Award

2021 Award of Excellence: Lake Eola Master Plan

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Excellence

OneWater Winter Haven & The Sapphire Necklace

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Merit

Rolling Hills Community Park Master Plan

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Merit

Riverplace Boulevard Complete Street

American Planning Association

Florida Chapter Award of Merit Neighborhood Planning Category

Nassau County SR200/A1A Corridor Master Plan

American Planning Association

Florida Chapter Award of Merit Neighborhood Planning Category

LaVilla Neighborhood Development Strategy

International Downtown Association

2022 Award of Excellence: Lake Eola Park Master Plan

Northeast Florida Regional Council

2022 Award of Excellence in Planning: Nassau

County SR200/A1A Corridor Master Plan

University of Central Florida

2022 Pegasus Partner of the Year

Downtown Orlando Partnership’s

Golden Brick Award

2022 Commercial & Residential Development: Alta at Health Village 2023

American Society of Landscape Architects

Florida Chapter Award of Honor

Lake Eola Park Master Plan

American Society of Landscape Architects

West Virginia Chapter Honor Award

Huntington Civic Arena Entry Plaza

American Society of Landscape Architects

West Virginia Chapter Merit Award

Valley Park Improvements Project

American Society of Landscape Architects

West Virginia Chapter Merit Award

Susan Runyan Maier Sculpture Garden at the Clay Cente

American Society of Landscape Architects

West Virginia Chapter Merit Award

Charleston City Center Business Improvement

District Strategic Master Plan

WVASLA

Honor Award, Marshall Health Network Arena

Service Groups

Landscape Architecture

Master Planning

Parks

Urban Analytics

Wayfinding

Markets We Serve

Active Transportation and Trails

Branding and Identity

Campus Master Plans

Community Redevelopment Areas

Community Visioning

Complete Streets and Streetscapes

Corridor Planning

Demographics and Socioeconomics

Economic and Fiscal Impact

Environmental Graphics

Feature Amenity Areas

Financial Modeling

Green Infrastructure

Housing and Markets Reports

Land Use and Regulatory Planning

Master Planned Communities

Mixed Use and Infill Development

Neighborhood Enhancements

Opportunity Sites Prospectus

Parks and Open Space Design

Parks and Recreation Systems

Real Estate and Market Analysis

Redevelopment Districts

Transit-Oriented Development

Wayfinding System Plans

Locations - Regions

Florida Pennsylvania

Indiana

West Virginia

Ohio River Valley

Connect with Us

Peter Sechler, PLA, AICP, MBA Vice President/Director, GAI’s Community Solutions Group 321.319.3126 | p.sechler@gaiconsultants.com

Transforming ideas into reality since 1958, GAI Consultants is an engineering, planning, and environmental consulting firm providing award-winning solutions and local expertise to clients in the energy, transportation, development, government, and industrial markets.

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