Summers, Murphy & Partners Environmental Design

Dana Point, California & Phoenix, Arizona
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Orchard Hills; Irvine, CA
A premium Tuscan-style, 4,919-acre, master-planned residential village that includes a neighborhood shopping center with gathering and outdoor dining areas reflecting a casual and rustic elegance.

Sommers Bend, Temecula, CA
A highly popular, modern development residential community set within the rolling hills of the Temecula vineyards that includes 1,500 single family homes, a community recreation center, and a sports park.

Beacon Park Grade School & Streetscape; Irvine, CA
A K-8 state-of-the-art campus in the Irvine Unified School District that includes the latest educational technologies and a variety of amenities, including outdoor collaboration spaces and a sports field designed by SMP in collaboration with PJHM Architects.

Lake Las Vegas; Henderson, NV

 
A 3,590-acre waterfront master-planned community of single-family homes, recreation areas, commercial, retail, resort hotels, and golf courses all situated on Lake Las Vegas.

Regency at Folsom Ranch; Folsom, CA
Regency at Folsom Ranch is an upscale, gated, 55+ active-adult master-planned community built by Toll Brothers in Folsom, California. Spanning 275 acres in the scenic rolling foothills of Northern California, this community is designed around luxury, low-maintenance living, and resort-style amenities.

Summerlin; Las Vegas, NV
A premier 22,500-acre, master-planned community with a unique theme, featuring a walkway and trail system in a lush, desert-appropriate landscape arranged in formal and informal patterns, with an emphasis on shade and color along the street.

The Marc; San Marcos, CA
A modern, upscale, 12-acre development that is a mix of flats and townhomes within two individual villages. Amenities include onsite retail, a community clubhouse, outdoor dining areas, pools with cabanas, and an adjoining neighborhood park.

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Orchard Hills; Irvine, CA
A premium Tuscan-style, 4,919-acre, master-planned residential village that includes a neighborhood shopping center with gathering and outdoor dining areas reflecting a casual and rustic elegance.

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Sommers Bend, Temecula, CA
A highly popular, modern development residential community set within the rolling hills of the Temecula vineyards that includes 1,500 single family homes, a community recreation center, and a sports park.

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Beacon Park Grade School & Streetscape; Irvine, CA
A K-8 state-of-the-art campus in the Irvine Unified School District that includes the latest educational technologies and a variety of amenities, including outdoor collaboration spaces and a sports field designed by SMP in collaboration with PJHM Architects.

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Lake Las Vegas; Henderson, NV
A 3,590-acre waterfront master-planned community of single-family homes, recreation areas, commercial, retail, resort hotels, and golf courses all situated on Lake Las Vegas.

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Regency at Folsom Ranch; Folsom, CA
Regency at Folsom Ranch is an upscale, gated, 55+ active-adult master-planned community built by Toll Brothers in Folsom, California. Spanning 275 acres in the scenic rolling foothills of Northern California, this community is designed around luxury, low-maintenance living, and resort-style amenities.

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Summerlin; Las Vegas, NV
A premier 22,500-acre, master-planned community with a unique theme, featuring a walkway and trail system in a lush, desert-appropriate landscape arranged in formal and informal patterns, with an emphasis on shade and color along the street.

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The Marc; San Marcos, CA
A modern, upscale, 12-acre development that is a mix of flats and townhomes within two individual villages. Amenities include onsite retail, a community clubhouse, outdoor dining areas, pools with cabanas, and an adjoining neighborhood park.

For more than 60 years, Summers, Murphy & Partners (SMP) has created award-winning landscapes that enhance the beauty, value, and long-term success of communities and developments. As a full-service landscape architecture firm, SMP combines creativity, innovation, and practical expertise to deliver thoughtful, budget-conscious design solutions. Collaborating closely with clients from concept through completion, the firm integrates sustainable practices, advanced technologies, and water-efficient strategies that meet evolving environmental standards in California and other states. Additionally, the firm has completed international projects in China, Saudi Arabia, and Russia. SMP's diverse portfolio includes master-planned communities, model homes, commercial and institutional properties, resorts, hospitality destinations, golf courses, and recreational facilities. With a commitment to exceptional design, fiscal responsibility, and environmental stewardship, SMP creates inviting outdoor environments that enrich lifestyles, strengthen communities, and stand the test of time.
Employees: PLAs (6), Principals (6); Total (26)
Software used: Lumion Pro, SketchUp Pro, Rhino

As seen in LASN magazine, August 2026.