Landscape Architecture Team
Posted on April 19, 2016 by Scott Poulin
Meet the Design Team
Michael J. Coutu, Principal
Michael J. Coutu, Principal
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Coutu has been involved in the field of landscape architecture for more than four decades. He holds a degree in Landscape Operations from the Stockbridge School of Agriculture and a B.S. in Environmental Design from the University of Massachusetts. He holds Massachusetts state licenses in Home Improvement and Construction Supervision.
As the president of Sudbury Design Group, Mr. Coutu has built a firm whose reputation is recognized not only for responsive master planning and design, but for its ability to manage the implementation process to a highly detailed level of completion. He has been involved in a variety of projects throughout the New England area, including large-scale residential, commercial, recreational and community-based endeavors. Mr. Coutu’s work has been featured in several professional publications and he is a full member of the American Society of Landscape Architects.
Scot M. Indermuehle
Scot M. Indermuehle
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Indermuehle holds a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Psychology and Planning from the University of Minnesota. Prior to joining Sudbury Design Group in 1985, he worked with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. As a project architect, he was involved with building restoration and period design, streetscape renovation, urban landscape and parks planning.
Scot’s focus at Sudbury Design Group is to integrate landscape and architectural elements into a cohesive whole, emphasizing historical context and materials. His diverse projects, whether urban courtyards, contemporary retreats or residential estates, each strive for functional clarity, and in so doing, complement his aesthetic aspirations.
In addition to residential design, he provides professional capabilities in architecture, land planning and golf course design, site engineering, permitting, and project management. Scot is a licensed Construction Supervisor in the state of Massachusetts.
Daniel J. Wallace, Jr.
Daniel J. Wallace, Jr.
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Wallace holds degrees in Landscape Architecture and Fine Art from Rhode Island School of Design as well as degrees in Horticultural Science and Nursery Management.
Dan has been affiliated with Sudbury Design Group since 1985. His tenure at the firm has given rise to his many years of enjoyment by this union of both Art and Science. He has found that it’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see. No masterpiece was ever created by a lazy artist.
Peter Ferland, R.L.A
Peter Ferland, R.L.A
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Ferland graduated in 1993 from the University of Rhode Island receiving a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture. He is a Registered Landscape Architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Peter has practical knowledge of landscape design and construction, having been self-employed prior to his employment with Sudbury Design Group. His other strengths include: site analysis, site layout, grading and drainage design and construction details.
As a project manager for 20+ years, Peter is responsible for all phases of a project from design to construction. His landscape creations come from his love for the outdoors and his respect for the natural environment. He enjoys client participation in the process and works closely with each client to achieve a cohesive landscape that meets the client’s needs and desires. He strives to achieve a landscape that takes advantage of the existing topography and natural features of the land, and that seamlessly blends to the built environment. He considers superior design and excellent customer service to be the primary components necessary for a successful project.
Michael D. Picard, R.L.A.
Michael D. Picard, R.L.A.
Senior Project Manager
Mr. Picard holds a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island where he graduated Cum Laude.
Michael joined the Sudbury Design Group in May 1998, bringing with him his expertise in CAD, site survey, site layout, design and color rendering.
Michael is a Registered Landscape Architect in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island and is responsible for running the firm’s Cape Cod location. As a project manager, he strives to create unique spaces that encompass both functional and aesthetic qualities. His commitment, technological expertise, quality, and attention to detail make Michael is a valuable member of the Sudbury Design Group team.
Matthew C. Sullivan
Matthew C. Sullivan
Project Manager
Mr. Sullivan graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2008 from the University of Rhode Island, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture. Matt joined Sudbury Design Group in 2006 as a summer intern, working with the construction division. He returned for his second internship in the summer of 2007 in the design studio assisting in drafting, rendering and site surveying. Upon graduation in 2008, he joined Sudbury Design Group full-time.
Matt’s landscape designs evolve from every property’s unique characteristics and the integration of architecture throughout the outdoor spaces. His construction knowledge and attention to detail aid in successful and efficient project planning and execution. Matt’s dedication to client satisfaction and design integrity intertwine to create beautiful and functional landscapes. Matt holds a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor license.
Fred Clark, R.L.A.
Fred Clark, R.L.A.
Project Manager
Fred holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Rhode Island (2004) as well as a Certificate from the Winter School for Turf Managers from UMass Amherst (2011).
Currently Fred is a Registered Landscape Architect with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Much of his 12+ years of experience is derived from working in the field in different capacities: Project Management, Nursery Manager, and Assistant Golf Course Superintendent. With a strong attention to detail, Fred works closely with his clients to create landscape designs that meet their needs while being sensitive to the surrounding environment.
Fred shares his passion for the landscape with his community, by volunteering for the Open Space and Recreation Committee in Haverhill. Working with the committees and other organizations in the Essex County, he hopes to enhance the experience residents have with their surrounding environments.
Jim Reichheld
Jim Reichheld
Project Manager
Mr. Reichheld graduated in 2012 from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a Bachelor’s of Science in Landscape Architecture. Jim has been in the field for nearly 10 years bringing hands on experience in landscape construction, nursery management and computer-aided design.
Jim joined Sudbury Design Group in 2015. He provides Sketchup modeling, AutoCad, Photoshop, InDesign, hand rendering and a vast knowledge of New England hardy plants.
Doug Stonis
Doug Stonis
Project Manager
Mr. Stonis graduated in 2016 from the University of Rhode Island receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Landscape Architecture and a minor in Community Planning. Doug has 8 years of work experience from a nursery helping with plant care and planting design.
Doug joined Sudbury Design Group in 2016. His strong skills in AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, ArcGIS, and hand rendering partnered with his knowledge of New England plant life make him a valuable member to our team.
Matthew Gallagher
Matthew Gallagher
Project Manager
Mr. Gallagher graduated in 2012 from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a Bachelor’s of Science in Landscape Architecture and received the Paul W. Ryan Scholarship award in 2011. Matt also served as Vice President of Communications for his graduating class ASLA student chapter in 2012, and as a teaching assistant at Smith College for an intensive AutoCAD course.
Prior to joining Sudbury Design Group in 2017, he worked in the field acquiring hands on experience in landscape construction, and has 5 years of practice in the landscape architecture field. Matt provides skills in 3D modeling, AutoCAD, computer aided and hand rendering, and permitting to the SDG team.
Gizem Montague
Gizem Montague
Project Manager
Mrs. Montague received her bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Istanbul University in 2012. Prior to moving to the United States, she worked as a landscape designer in Istanbul, Turkey, where she worked on various kinds of domestic and international projects from public parks to residential landscapes. She’s also currently working towards a Master degree in Landscape Architecture and Planning at Boston Architectural College.
Prior to joining Sudbury Design Group in 2017, she worked on Beacon Hill’s hidden gardens project. In addition to her full time work she also volunteered at the Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site where she designed planting plan and map of the Olmsted Landscape at Fairsted. She provides skills in Sketch up, Rhino, AutoCAD, hand rendering, V-Ray, and Adobe Suites.
Jonathan R.F. Daniels
Jonathan R.F. Daniels
Project Manager
Mr. Daniels graduated Cum Laude in 2018 from the University of Rhode Island, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture. During his enrollment at URI, he received a Certificate of Merit for excellence in the study of Landscape Architecture from the ASLA Rhode Island Chapter.
Jonathan started at Sudbury Design Group in 2016 as a summer intern, working in the construction division. He returned for his second internship in the summer of 2017, where he assisted in rendering, drafting, and site surveying. He then joined Sudbury Design Group full-time after graduation in 2018. Jonathan’s determination, energy, and drive to succeed are welcomed by Sudbury Design Group.