People

Kris Bradner has been a Principal at Traverse Landscape Architects since 2011, when she co-founded its predecessor, Birchwood Design Group with Arthur Eddy. Over that time, she has helped to grow the business from two people to nine.  Kris holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island and is a Registered Landscape Architect in Maryland, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Women’s Development Corporation and is a member of the Women’s Principals Group in Boston.

Kris has worked as a practicing landscape architect, project manager, and mentor for over twenty years. Prior to Traverse Landscape Architects, she worked at small landscape architecture firms as well as a large multidisciplinary consulting firm, where she honed her design and management skills on projects ranging from residential landscapes and urban design projects to larger-scale commercial and transportation projects.

A New England native, Kris returned to Rhode Island after a decade of practicing landscape architecture in the Baltimore and DC metro area. Many of those years were spent working for a woman-owned firm.  That experience stayed with her and kindled her desire to start her own firm.

Ashley Iannuccilli is a registered Landscape Architect in Rhode Island and a Principal at Traverse Landscape Architects. Her work has taken her from RI to Maine to the Middle East and back; leading a broad range of projects that include schools, urban re-development, parks and recreation facilities, residences, universities, and public streetscapes. A firm believer in the collaborative process, Ashley is adept at bringing together diverse groups of stakeholders to engage in shared discourse, working in collaboration with professionals, communities, and clients to provide creative and valuable design solutions.

Ashley is a LEED Accredited Professional, a Rhode Island CRMC Certified Invasive Manager, and is currently serving on the Warwick Planning Board.  She holds a Bachelors of Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island and has over 12 years experience in design and construction administration.

Justin Robertshaw is a Senior Associate with over ten years of experience. He holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Iowa State University and currently works with clients from pre-design through construction on their projects, ensuring attention to detail and continuity for clients.

Justin came to Traverse Landscape Architects in 2016 with the goal of helping the company become a recognized a leader in the design of sports and recreation facilities. Justin’s portfolio of work includes education, public recreation, and collegiate recreation and sports facilities across the country. His approach is defined by his ability to problem solve and develop integrated solutions that achieve the unique objectives of each client and contribute to the vitality of the broader community. Justin has applied his expertise and design sensitivity to a wide variety of project types to create award-winning parks, education and athletic facilities.

When not spending time in the office, Justin enjoys spending time with his family and friends, bike riding, playing golf, cooking and trying new recipes, being outdoors, and enjoying the opportunities that the Midwest has to offer.

John Luca believes that landscape architecture can offer the greatest connection between people and the environment through thoughtful design, and an awareness of both the client’s goals and nature’s preconditions. He has experience working on a range of projects from high-end residential and commercial to urban and academic, as well as athletics. Prior to becoming a part of the Traverse team, John worked as an intern and landscape designer for Kate Field and Associates as well as Landscape Elements.

John earned a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with a Minor in Community Planning from the University of Rhode Island and is currently a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects.

Dustin Powell is an Associate with Traverse.  He holds a Master of Architecture from Roger Williams University and a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island.  He currently works on projects from conceptual planning through construction administration. 

Dustin came to Traverse Landscape Architects in 2019 from Carol R Johnson Associates where he worked as a core member on the Christian Science Plaza Revitalization project.  On this project he learned much about working on a historic landmark and how to respectfully update a high-profile site to be enjoyed for decades to come.  He enjoys focusing on the details of a project to make sure every small moment feeds into the experience as a whole.

During his down time Dustin likes spending time with his family, camping, hiking, walking his dog, building, painting, working on his water garden, and visiting the many breweries and wineries of New England.

Steven D’Ambrosia is an Associate at Traverse with over 13 years of experience.  He has a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island with a minor in Community Planning.  Steven started his professional career with Gates, Leighton, & Associates before spending about 10 years working for a large multi-disciplinary engineering firm. Steven has also worked in a garden center and at a residential design-build company.  He is a registered Landscape Architect in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Steven’s career has been valuable in providing him with many different perspectives of the industry and many different project experiences.  From working at a nursery gaining plant knowledge to spending a majority of his career working at an engineering company with different engineering disciplines.  Steven’s work has ranged from small residential projects, education, recreational facilities, large streetscapes, park projects, as well as work on several master planning reports and plans.

When not working, Steven can be found collecting plants and gardening in his yard, discovering new music, travelling to Vermont, or spending time with his wife and daughters.  Steven has been President of the Rhode Island Chapter of ASLA for the past two years and also serves on his Town’s Planning Board.

Doris Fang is a Senior Landscape Designer with Traverse. She holds a Master of Landscape Architecture from the Rhode Island School of Design and a Bachelor from the Renmin University of China. During her studies at RISD, she specified her interest in the topic of using landscape design as one of the practical ways to strengthen people’s self-identity and connections with their environment in urban conditions.

Doris is good at structuring design ideas and visualizing design concepts. She became more used to concept forming and presenting during her previous work experience on a collaborative study project in Bristol, RI.  At Traverse, Doris is working on different ranges of projects from high-end residential and commercial to academic projects to gain varied project experience in design and construction.

During her free time, Doris likes to do digital artwork. She uses this as a way to relax and practice her skills in drawing. She thinks that drawing is a good way to observe and understand things, and drawing is not only a way of expressing and showing but also a way of thinking.

Eduardo Limon is a Landscape Designer with Traverse. His studies at the University of Delaware bring extensive knowledge in horticulture to help create beautiful and functional places.  From formal to informal landscapes, he is passionate about the beautiful, the sublime, and the picturesque of the place.  With extensive hobbies and interests in the arts, ecology, architecture, horticulture, etcetera, his day-to-day life becomes unpredictable.

Eduardo's presence on our team has added so much to our design conversations internally and with our clients.

Han Wang joined the Traverse team in 2024 and brings a wealth of expertise and passion to her role.  With a Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Virginia and a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Gardening from China, Han's educational background reflects her dedication to the profession.

Han's approach to design is characterized by a profound respect for the cultural and historical context of each site. She firmly believes that understanding these elements imbues every project with a unique identity and significance. For Han, landscape design is not just about aesthetics; it's about fostering love and equity within public spaces and infusing them with emotional value.

In her leisure time, Han indulges in urban exploration, relishing the opportunity to wander through city streets, discovering hidden gems. She also values spending quality time with friends and immersing herself in diverse culinary experiences, continually seeking inspiration from the world around her.

Marie Eddy has worked for Traverse Landscape Architects and its predecessor Birchwood Design Group since its inception in 2011. Marie is responsible for supervising the quality of accounting and financial reporting of the firm.

Sandy provides the administrative and office support for the entire Traverse team.  She brings her years of office administration and coordination to make sure our offices run smoothly.