Amanda Anthony

Originating from New Orleans, I previously worked as a landscape architect in the USA, Australia, and am now based in New Zealand. While my job title is Landscape Architect, my speciality and interest lie in landscape planning, with a growing focus on adaptation planning, climate resilience, and nature-based solutions.

I have experience working on projects at differing scales with district and regional councils, iwi, individuals, and private developers that cover urban, rural, mountain and coastal landscapes. My role includes district / regional-scale landscape characterisation and evaluation assessments, natural character assessments, landscape effects assessments and the development of strategies to avoid, reduce, or manage potential adverse effects.

As a landscape planner, I contribute to strategic land use planning, landscape assessments, and policy development that support sustainable and resilient landscapes. I work collaboratively with stakeholders to integrate landscape values into planning processes, often using spatial analysis and nature-based approaches to address environmental challenges. The best part of my job is visiting the diverse, varied, and vast range of landscapes across Aotearoa, especially the more remote parts.

When I am not working, you can find me tramping or camping in the mountains (most likely Nelson/Kahurangi National Park), or relaxing in the Abel Tasman with my family.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Louisiana State University, USA

Affiliations

Registered Member, New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects (NZILA)

Member, Aotearoa Society of Adaptation Professionals (ASAP) 

Member, Resource Management Law Association (RMLA)