Rosie Halsmith

Rosie Halsmith is a Lecturer in the Discipline of Landscape Architecture at the UWA Design School, University of Western Australia. Her research focuses on landscape architecture’s intersection with biodiversity, community engagement, and urban resilience. She has authored 18 publications, including works on professional practice, urban design theory, and ecological design.

Her teaching excellence was recognized through the 2023 UWA School of Design Excellence in Teaching Award. She has received national and state-level awards for research and policy contributions from the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA). Halsmith actively participates in public outreach, including exhibitions and forums like the Fremantle Design Week and 'Rewilding Fremantle' initiatives.

She contributed to a coastal resilience project funded by the Oceans Institute (2024–2025), focusing on community-driven design solutions. Her work bridges artistic expression with environmental stewardship, emphasizing practical applications of landscape architecture in urban environments.