Russell Design, Inc. was established in 1999 by principal, Marc Russell following his ten year employment at Grissim Metz Associates (formally John Grissim Associates). During his tenure, Marc was responsible for many significant public and private development projects; such as:

Somerset Mall

Lansing Riverfront Plaza

Blue Cross - Blue Shield Headquarters

William Beaumont and Providence Hospitals

Heritage Park, and Founders Park

Prior to his employment at Grissim Metz, Mr. Russell was employed by Harley, Ellis, Pierce Yee and Associates in Southfield, Michigan which was preceded by employment with several California firms.

Marc Russell and Russell Design have been recognized by the Michigan Recreation and Park Association (MRPA), as well as the Michigan and Northern California Chapters of the American Society of Landscape Architects for many projects during his twenty-five year professional career.

Russell Design, Inc. is licensed to practice landscape architecture in the states of California, Michigan, Ohio and Indiana.