Niamh Conlan
About Niamh Conlan
Niamh Conlan is a Graduate Landscape Architect currently working at Arup in Dublin, Ireland, with experience at several other firms and a strong educational background in landscape architecture and UX design.
Current Position at Arup
Niamh Conlan has been working as a Graduate Landscape Architect at Arup since 2021. Based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland, she brings her expertise in landscape architecture to one of the world's leading design and engineering firms. Her role involves working on various projects that require innovative landscape solutions, focusing on sustainable and aesthetically pleasing designs.
Previous Experience with Bernard Seymour Landscape Architects
Before joining Arup, Niamh Conlan was employed as a Graduate Landscape Architect at Bernard Seymour Landscape Architects (BSLA) from 2020 to 2021. During her year-long tenure in Dublin City, County Dublin, Ireland, she contributed to a range of landscape architecture projects, gaining valuable experience in both design and project management.
Educational Background in Landscape Architecture
Niamh Conlan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture from University College Dublin, which she completed between 2016 and 2020. She also studied Landscape Architecture at The University of Hong Kong in 2019 as part of a semester abroad program. Her academic training has equipped her with a solid foundation in landscape design, sustainable practices, and urban planning.
Professional Diploma in User Experience Design
In addition to her expertise in landscape architecture, Niamh Conlan expanded her skill set by obtaining a Professional Diploma in User Experience Design from the UX Design Institute in 2021. This additional qualification enhances her ability to create user-centered designs, providing a unique blend of landscape architecture and user experience design.
Early Career and Notable Projects
Niamh Conlan began her career in landscape architecture with short-term roles, including working as an Assistant Landscape Architect at Austen Associates and as a Garden Designer/Exhibitor at the 'Bloom in the Park' event through University College Dublin in 2019. She also worked in various customer-facing roles, such as a Plant Sales Assistant at Johnstown Garden Centre and as a Tour Guide and Receptionist at the Irish National Stud & Gardens in 2017. Her design at 'Bloom in the Park' earned a Silver Gilt medal, showcasing her talent early in her career.