Gretchen Wilson Named ASLA Fellow-Elect

Gretchen Wilson has been elected to the 2026 Council of Fellows of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), one of the highest honors in the profession and a recognition reserved for those who have made exceptional contributions to landscape architecture and society.

Gretchen has been elected to the 2026 Council of Fellows of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), a recognition reserved for landscape architects who have made exceptional contributions to the profession and society. She is one of just 35 landscape architects nationwide selected for the 2026 class.

As Principal and Co-Founder of Dig Studio, Gretchen has helped shape nationally recognized public spaces throughout Colorado and beyond, including City Park Nature Play, City Park Living Land, and Carpio-Sanguinette Park/Heron Pond. Her work brings together ecological restoration, public health, mobility, play, and green infrastructure to create places that serve both people and the environment.

"Landscape architecture has the power to bring people together, strengthen communities, and help address some of the biggest challenges facing our cities and environment today," Gretchen says. "This recognition reflects not only my work, but also the collaborative spirit of Dig Studio, our partners, and the communities we've had the privilege to work alongside." 

Beyond her project work, Gretchen has served in leadership roles at both the state and national levels of ASLA and will serve as ASLA president in 2027. She is a passionate advocate for climate resilience, equity, mentorship, and the evolving role of landscape architecture in creating healthier, more connected communities.

For Dig Studio, Gretchen's elevation to Fellow reflects the values that guide our work every day: designing resilient places, fostering meaningful community connections, and creating landscapes that continue to give back long after construction is complete.

Read ASLA's official announcement here.