Meghan Mick

Meghan Mick is an Assistant Professor at Florida State University's Department of Interior Architecture and Design. A registered Landscape Architect with LEED and WELL certifications, her career spans 15+ years in landscape architecture, exhibit design, and graphic design with a focus on connecting people to nature. She holds a B.A. in Fine Arts from Vanderbilt University (1998) and an M.L.A. in Landscape Architecture from NC State University (2006).

Research Interests: Dr. Mick focuses on nature-connection through design, including biomimicry, biophilic design, sustainable materials, and outdoor learning spaces. Her work emphasizes equitable access to nature for health and planetary resilience. Key themes include:

• Liminal spaces and their societal roles
• Ecoliteracy through environmental graphics
• Post-pandemic outdoor space optimization
• Context-driven design methodologies

Awards & Projects:

• 2021 Frederic B. Stresau Award for Captain Leonard Destin Park
• Lead designer for Florida Coastal Access Program parks
• $20k research grant for post-pandemic campus outdoor spaces

Teaching & Service: Teaches sustainable design, 3D rendering, and graduate studios. Active in professional organizations like ASLA. Engages in placemaking partnerships and diversity initiatives in design education.