Populous acquires OJB Landscape Architecture
Populous has announced its acquisition of OJB Landscape Architecture, a firm established by James Burnett in 1989. This strategic enhancement aims to strengthen Populous's integration of landscape architecture within its various community and sports initiatives. Details regarding the financial aspects of the acquisition remain undisclosed. OJB will continue its operations in cities like Boston, Dallas, and San Diego, under the guidance of its existing leadership. The collaboration between these firms dates back to 2014 when they worked together on the McLane Stadium project. OJB is recognized for its numerous design awards, including a prestigious honor in 2020.
Key facts
- Populous acquired OJB Landscape Architecture.
- Financial details were not disclosed.
- OJB retains its six studios and leadership.
- Populous's staff grows to 1,600.
- OJB was founded by James Burnett in 1989.
- OJB won the 2020 National Design Award for Landscape Architecture.
- Populous and OJB collaborated on McLane Stadium in 2014.
- Populous acquired Fentress Architects in 2025.
Entities
Artists
- James Burnett
Institutions
- Populous
- OJB Landscape Architecture
- Office of James Burnett
- Baylor University
- Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian National Design Museum
- ASLA
- Monacelli Press
- Fentress Architects
Locations
- Boston
- Dallas
- Denver
- Houston
- Philadelphia
- San Diego
- Solana Beach
- Rancho Mirage
- California
- Omaha
- Cary
- North Carolina
- Washington, D.C.
- Toronto
- Canada