SEFERIAN DESIGN GROUP - Key Persons
Allison graduated from the University of Guelph with a Masters in Landscape Architecture. While her undergraduate degree focused on environmental management, forestry, and ecology; she worked as a GIS consultant for three years before starting her masters. It was during her work there she started working with drones on ice road improvement studies in Northern Ontario.
Her passion for drones in landscape architecture has guided her thesis research to develop standards using the technology for landscape architects. Her thesis focused on the use of drones to supplement Visual Impact Assessments, which she hopes to bring to this role. She is honored to be given the opportunity to present her project at the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA) Conference in March 2023 in San Antonio, TX.
Allison thoroughly enjoyed her time at the University of Guelph, where she not only was a student, but a Teaching Assistant to the BLA program where she got to provide her insights and passion to other students. She also led AutoCAD workshops for the incoming MLA class and served as a mentor to new students. Her professors inspired her to challenge herself, from attention to details, to effects on a regional scale, to become a better designer.
She currently sits on the OALA Council as the 2022-2023 student representative for the University of Guelph. She is looking forward to becoming a licensed Landscape Architect with the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA) and being mentored on holistic design and interacting positively with the environment and community. Her passion for creativity, nature and community will drive her in her work, as well as her belief of uniting people and nature through design.
Outside of the office, Allison loves being outdoors, especially hiking, camping, and barbequing. She also enjoys cooking, baking and music, both listening and creating. She is also an avid animal lover, equestrian, and values time with her friends and family.
Job Titles:
- Member of the SDG Team
- Junior Landscape Designer
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketing Manager
Tara graduated Ryerson University with a Bachelor of Journalism Degree. In addition to her Journalism background, she is a professional Videographer and Photographer, specializing in Social Media marketing. She has developed video content for Landscape Ontario over the last 5 years including Skills Ontario and Green Careers Canada. Included in her Honours & Achievements she was awarded the Canada Governor General's Academic medal for graduating high school with the highest average in her graduating class. She was also awarded the Wellington Square IODE Scholarship, awarded to a student with great academic achievement.
She is responsible for keeping the office running smoothly. Her main duties include Accounting, Project Management, Contract Administration, Video production, Photography and Social Media Management. Tara has also gained her Canadian Certified Playground Inspector Certification through the Canadian Playground Safety Institute. She is able to inspect all playgrounds designed by SDG for CAN/CSA Z614 compliance, ensuring that built projects meet the design intent for safety.
In her free time, Tara loves to work on creative video projects and documentaries. She produced a documentary about a Congolese refugee and his transition to life in Canada, which was screened at the St. Francis Centre for Community, Arts & Culture, in Ajax, ON.
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketing Manager
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Member of the SDG Team
- Associate Member of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects
Job Titles:
- Member of the SDG Team
- Member of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects
While Mike's work over the past few years has been primarily focussed on development work within the urban realm, his career started in residential landscape design. It is this experience working on projects of varying scales and complexities, and across a wide array of project sectors that allows him to bring design, technical knowledge, and contract administration skills to every project he works on. Mike has a strong interest in applying pragmatic approaches to site planning through creative design solutions that are unique, sustainable, and cost effective.
With experience in taking projects from conceptual design through to construction drawings and construction administration, he is highly organized and possesses excellent communication and management skills that ensure project issues and requirements are tracked and addressed throughout the process of project delivery.
Mike is a full member of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects (OALA), Canadian Society of Landscape Architects (CSLA), the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), and is an active member of the profession. He enjoys staying connected to the academic community and regularly volunteers his time to provide design critiques, and discussions at his alma mater, the University of Guelph. Mike also volunteers his time with The Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB), the governing body that prepares, administers, and scores the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.) for the various licensure boards across Canada and the United States.
Outside of the office, Mike keeps himself busy appreciating the great outdoors through such activities as hiking, golf, and canoeing, is a member of a photography club, and enjoys cooking.
Job Titles:
- Member of the SDG Team
- Junior Landscape Designer
Job Titles:
- Network Engineer and Security Analyst
- Titan Microsystems Network Engineer and Security Analyst
Tomas, a true prodigy, started young in the technology field by playing with cables and soldering circuits instead of toys at the age of 3. His passion for technology continued throughout high school, where he excelled in science and mathematics courses.
After graduation, He furthered his computer technology education studying at Niagara College.
As a Senior Technician, Tomas is responsible for a wide range of tasks, including evaluating new technology and determining whether system upgrades are necessary, deploying endpoint systems and servers, managing Microsoft 365 admin portals, troubleshooting software and hardware issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. With his in-depth knowledge of IT systems and his ability to quickly solve complex problems, Tomas and the Titan-Micro Team have become valuable assets to the Seferian Design Group Team.
Outside of work, Tomas enjoys the challenge of repairing vehicles and has a passion for creating EDM music. Additionally, he has a keen eye for design and enjoys taking on home renovation projects, bringing new life to old spaces.
Job Titles:
- Member of the SDG Team
- Office Administrator
Victoria received her first diploma from Mohawk College in Health, Wellness, and Fitness and went on to receive her second in Early Childhood Education. In addition to her background in both the Childcare field and Health/ Fitness industry, she has worked as an office administrator and service coordinator for over 5 years. She is responsible for keeping the office running smoothly. Her main duties include Accounting, Project Management and Contract Administration.
Victoria is currently SDG's Health and Safety Representative. She has been part of the Health and Safety committee in her past employment and has been responsible for coordinating service technicians across North America.
Outside of work, Victoria enjoys gardening, yoga, cooking, and reading books to her son. She also enjoys spending time with her family and friends, as well as taking her son to try out all the new playgrounds.
Job Titles:
- Associate
- Member of the SDG Team
Job Titles:
- Member of the SDG Team
- Founding Member of the Landscape Research Group at the University of Guelph