Alexandra Rooney

Creating positive social change and improving the livelihoods of both people and wildlife are central to my approach to design. I’m passionate about the transformative potential of landscape architecture and have a strong motivation to design spaces that promote social equity, enrich human-environment interaction, and drive innovative, long-term strategies for environmental resilience.

A diverse range of project work has broadened my professional experience across multiple project typologies, including the design of public open spaces and post-industrial landscapes, recreational developments, community facilities, large-scale residential and mixed-use projects, environmental restoration, climate change adaptation, and spatial analysis.

Before joining Boffa Miskell, I completed a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture at Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki (Lincoln University). My final-year major design project, Resettlement, explored the undiscussed opportunities between urban landscape design and refugee resettlement in Aotearoa, focusing on fostering cultural diversity and inclusivity through socially engaging urban landscapes.

I bring a unique perspective and set of passions to the team, and I have an established skill set in graphic design, design visualisation, and design development. I am committed to continuously expanding my expertise and look forward to collaborating with others to create spaces that excite and move people. Above all, I’m driven to design with sensitivity and impact, delivering unique, responsive design solutions. 

Qualifications
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Lincoln University

Affiliations
Graduate member, New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architecture (NZILA)