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Karla Cardoso

@karlacardoso

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I integrate sustainable landscape architecture and well-being strategies across complex urban and building projects.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to contribute sustainable, evidence-based landscape and architectural design that integrates human well-being, green infrastructure, and international environmental standards.

At FGB studio – Future Green Building in Milan, I provide sustainability and well-being advisory services for more than 200 complex projects aligned with LEED, Envision, and BREEAM frameworks.

I bring together landscape architecture, Evidence-Based Design, biophilic design, and therapeutic outdoor spaces to create environments that support human well-being and resource efficiency. My work combines scientific research with practical design and construction coordination.

My experience includes healing gardens for Pisa Hospital, landscape design for a resort in Assisi, urban parks, private gardens, architectural restoration, and heritage documentation. I also published peer-reviewed research on therapeutic landscapes for healthcare infrastructure.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Sustainability & Well-being Advisor

Current

FGB Studio - Future Green Building

Mar 2022 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Provided strategic consulting and technical coordination for over 200 complex projects aligned with international sustainability standards (LEED, Envision, BREEAM). Integrated well-being and resource efficiency solutions into design and urban development phases.

LEED BREEAM Envision Sustainability Consulting Well Being Design Project Coordination

Stage in Architettura del Paesaggio

Studio Arch. Monica Botta

Jul 2020 - Oct 2020 (3 months)

Designed public spaces and therapeutic green areas (Healing Gardens) for the Pisa Hospital, developed landscape and garden designs for a resort in Assisi, and worked on private garden and urban park projects. Gained experience in surveys, concept development, budgeting, material selection, and team coordination under tight deadlines.

Landscape Architecture Healing Gardens Design and Development Budgeting material selection Team Coordination

Architetto Junior

Construnova

Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 11 months)

Designed architectural complexes and restoration interventions for historic buildings. Planned budgets, conducted preliminary research, executed topographical surveys, and supervised construction processes in compliance with municipal regulations.

Architectural Design Restoration Budget Planning Topographic Surveys Construction Supervision

Tirocinio in Architettura

GAD Municipal del Cantón Cuenca

May 2015 - Aug 2015 (3 months)

Conducted historical research, architectural and metric surveys of protected buildings, and photographic documentation for heritage conservation.

Historical Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Politecnico di Milano

Master of Science, Landscape Architecture

2019 - 2021

Laurea Magistrale in Landscape Architecture with a focus on Smart Cities and Nature-Based Solutions for resilient green infrastructure and urban design.