Michael Davidsohn

Michael Davidsohn is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, affiliated with the Stockbridge School of Agriculture. He serves as the Associate of Science Program Coordinator for Landscape Contracting and teaches across the Bachelor’s and Master’s in Landscape Architecture programs.

His educational background includes an MLA (1992), B.S. in Environmental Design (1988), and A.S. in Landscape Operations (1986), all from the University of Massachusetts.

Michael's teaching focuses on practical and design-oriented aspects of landscape architecture, including Introduction to Landscape Design, Residential Landscape Design, Grading and Surveying, Construction Materials, Small Business Management, and Site Engineering. His professional experience as the owner of a design/build firm specializing in private garden construction enriches his applied instructional approach.

His research and professional interests center on sustainable landscape construction, site engineering, small business operations in horticulture, and residential landscape development.

He is actively engaged in academic and program coordination roles, with no indication of retirement or emeritus status.

Contact Information:
Email: davidsohn@larp.umass.edu
Phone: 413-545-0969
Office: Olver Design Building 230, Amherst, MA