November 30, 2023
A Brief History of the 80/20 Principle “Okay, let me see your design.” I was fresh out of design school at the time and working on one of my first projects as a landscape designer in Boston. It was a couple days before a project deadline. The Principal Landscape Architect I was working with at the […]
September 27, 2023
We are thrilled to share the exciting news that O’Dell Engineering has been honored once again with the PSMJ 2023 Circle of Excellence award. This year holds added significance as O’Dell Engineering has achieved the distinction of being named a Platinum Member recipient of this award. The Platinum Member award is bestowed upon A/E companies […]
August 8, 2023
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transcended its role as a mere buzzword and has now become a transformative force across numerous industries. Landscape architecture, as an intricate blend of art and science, is no exception to the potential AI brings to the table. The synergy between human creativity and AI-driven technologies opens up new horizons for […]
May 18, 2023
We are excited to announce that Michael Beltran, PE, has joined the O’Dell Engineering team as a Senior Project Manager in our civil engineering department. With his extensive experience in civil and geotechnical engineering, he will be a valuable asset to our team as we continue to grow and expand our services. Michael will be […]
May 2, 2023
For the fifth year running, O’Dell Engineering has been named one of the “Best Places to Work: Central Valley” by the Best Companies Group. This recognition is a testament to our company’s commitment to fostering a positive and supportive workplace environment. We are grateful to receive this recognition in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, and now […]
March 16, 2023
Outside of the occasional earthquake and annual wildfires, California residents often have the luxury of merely reading about natural disasters rather than experiencing them. This year, however, Californians across the state were introduced to heavy rainfall which led to a stream of atmospheric rivers. After a decade of drought and uncontrolled wildfires, the unprecedented consequences […]
November 29, 2022
From ancient to modern times humans have evolved our communication methods from primitive cave paintings to modern computer-aided drawings; the evolution is largely attributed to advances in technology. Virtual reality (VR) is the latest advancement in technology that can aid humanity in our evolution. What sets VR apart from previous visual communication technologies is that […]
November 22, 2022
O’Dell Engineering is delighted to announce that Nototomne Park has been awarded the ASLA Sierra Chapter 2022 Merit Award under the Research/Analysis/Planning/ Communication/Unbuilt category. During the construction of the River Islands Development, artifacts from the Tomchom village of the Northern Valley Yokuts were uncovered. In light of this discovery, Nototomne Park was born. We loved […]
September 29, 2022
The measure of any great civilization is in its cities, and the measure of a city’s greatness is to be found in the quality of its public spaces, its parks and squares.John Ruskin Yesterday and Today There has been much uncertainty over the past two years and if that period has taught us anything, it’s […]
