Melissa Venable
Founder, Principal Land PlannerMelissa Venable, Principal Planner and Founder formed LPS in 2004. Her goal was to create a company dedicated to designing communities, spaces and homes where families would thrive in the preserved landscape around them. LPS is more than a job to Melissa, it is her passion. She cares about her client’s projects and challenges as if they were her own. For over 25 years, she has focused on urban design, campus planning, residential/commercial design, re-zoning, site development, landscape architecture and natural resource management. Her career has taken her from the Washington Metropolitan Market all the way to Tidewater, VA. Melissa and her entire team are committed to client satisfaction, environmental preservation and going the extra mile.
Jeff Huentelman, PE
Owner, Principal EngineerJeff Huentelman, PE joined LPS in 2004. As co-owner and Principal Engineer, Jeff’s skills and experience influence our firm’s practical and operational efficiency. Jeff has created a reputation for his integrity and commitment to quality which has fostered long standing relationships with city officials and developers throughout Virginia and North Carolina. As Principal Engineer, Jeff approaches each project with a unique perspective that allows him to address issues with creative solutions. Always mindful of budget, livability and community impact, Jeff and his team design plans to improve the quality of life for our region.