Christopher Windjack

MBCSLA, CSLA, ASLA, Green Shores Level 2
Landscape Architect, Principal
cwindjack@ladrla.ca

Chris Windjack is Principal Landscape Architect at LADR with nearly twenty years of experience designing spaces that prioritize cultural meaning, ecological resilience, and community connection. He holds a Master of Landscape Architecture from the University of British Columbia, where he received the Dr. John Wesley Neill Prize, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria. Growing up in a family of designers, Chris developed an early understanding of the creative process and a deep appreciation for how thoughtful design can enrich daily life.

Chris’s portfolio encompasses the full scope of landscape architecture, from early concept planning through to construction administration. He has worked on a wide range of projects including civic parks, plazas, educational campuses, community housing, cultural landscapes, and master plans. His work balances artistic expression with technical expertise, integrating site-specific solutions such as native planting strategies, blue-green infrastructure, and low-impact materials to create landscapes that are enduring and adaptive.

Central to Chris’s practice is a commitment to collaboration and inclusivity. He fosters close working relationships with clients, consultants, and communities, ensuring that each project reflects shared goals and long-term stewardship. He is particularly interested in landscapes that invite active engagement and create opportunities for play, curiosity, and reflection while supporting ecological health and climate adaptation.

Since becoming Principal in 2021, Chris has guided LADR’s team through complex and multidisciplinary projects. He mentors emerging designers, contributes to municipal design review processes, and continues to advance LADR’s focus on resilient and place-based design across Vancouver Island and the broader region. His leadership emphasizes creating landscapes that meet present-day needs and adapt as communities evolve over time.

Chris currently sits on the Esquimalt Advisory Design Panel.