
Brian Kinzelman
Principal, FASLA, PLA, AICP, LEED AP
ContactAs co-founder of MKSK, Brian's passion is designing spaces that provide a solid foundation for future development and fit seamlessly into the existing landscape.
As co-founder of MKSK, Brian has comprehensive expertise in landscape architecture, urban design, and planning. He is a leading proponent of the cross-collaboration of design and environmental disciplines. His background includes extensive experience in large scale land use planning, campus planning, urban design and mixed use development, design guidelines, and streetscape enhancement/corridor planning. His projects have been recognized with numerous chapter American Society of Landscape Architects design awards.
Awards
Council of Fellows, American Society of Landscape Architects
2019 ULI Global Awards for Excellence for The Scioto Peninsula Cultural District
2019 Ohio Chapter ASLA Honor Award, OSU Mirror Lake Enhancement
2014 PSMJ Resources Circle of Excellence Honor Award
2012 Columbus Landmarks James B. Recchie Design Award, Scioto River Bridges
2001 OCASLA Honor Award, Ohio State University Landscape Master Plan
2000 PlanIt Columbus Award of Excellence for Public Spaces, Scioto Riverfront Amphitheater
2000 OPRA Outstanding Award, Oxford Uptown Parks
1989 Columbus Landmarks James B. Recchie Design Award, Brewery District Redevelopment Plan
Selected Projects

The Ohio State University North Residential District Transformation

Bowling Green State University Campus Environment and Site Infrastructure Plan

The Ohio State University Framework 2.0 and 3.0

Michael B. Coleman Government Center and Municipal Campus

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

Promenade Park

Franklin County Courthouse and Government Center

John R. Maloney Family Health and Wellness Center