David is an urban designer and accredited Landscape Architect (OALA) with a background in landscape architecture and design. David recently completed the Britannia Farm Master Plan Refresh for the Peel District School Board in Mississauga. The Master Plan outlined a strategy to respond to the substantial change in the area over the past few decades such as increased urbanization, planned transit improvements along Hurontario and higher demand for housing and accessible open spaces. David is currently involved in planning and design consulting services for the University of Toronto St. George Campus. His work for the University includes a comprehensive study identifying challenges, opportunities and solutions for campus growth over the next 20 years. Specifically, his role is supporting the design direction for University Urban Design Guidelines and facilitating public engagement with the project.

David Burns
Urban Designer
David's projects
Cincinnati, Ohio
University of Cincinnati
2015
Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina Railyard Renewal Project
2015 - Present
Toronto, Ontario
1998 - 2000, 2008 - 2011, 2015 - Present
University of Toronto
American Society of Landscape Architects Merit Award, 2001
Canadian Society of Landscape Architects National and Regional Merit Awards, 2001
City of Toronto Architecture and Urban Design Award of Excellence, 2001
Orillia, Ontario