Ric Fields is the founder and principal of Fieldscape since launching the firm in 1993. Since then, he's had the good fortune to collaborate with some of the most creative architects in the world on a wide variety of projects, for clients who are interested in only the highest level of quality and detailed design.
Ric attributes his success, in large part, to listening carefully to each client, asking pertinent questions, and contributing his knowledge, experience and imagination to the conversation. In doing so, he adds to the team's collective expertise while recognizing that every project is ultimately defined by the positive experience of the people moving through it. This results in much more successful, rewarding and higher quality project, delivering a beautiful and functional environment for the client.
Prior to Fieldscape, Ric worked with the multidisciplinary firm Design Studios West in Denver, CO. His expertise is in landscape architecture and site planning, with a diverse background in urban design, park planning, land development planning, golf course/resort design and commercial and residential design.
Ric is a licensed Landscape Architect in the state of Colorado, and has served as Consultant to many Design Review Boards throughout the Rocky Mountains. He loves living in the Vail Valley, and enjoys swimming, bicycling and karate, but questions whether golf is really a sport.
"Rocky Mountain Custom Landscapes has worked with Ric and Fieldscape since 2003. His attention to detail and creative flair are show in each and every one of his Landscape Plans. His involvement and follow through on a project is impeccable and we look forward to a long term relationship."
Steve Bjurstrom
Senior Project Manager, Rocky Mountain Custom Landscapes, Gypsum, CO
"Ric has a very comprehensive approach to designing a mountain landscape. He is friendly, knowledgeable, passionate and professional. The opportunity to work with Ric is second to none."
Bobby Head
Owner, Rocky Mountain Custom Landscapes, Gypsum, CO
"As a member of the design team, Ric's willingness, imagination, expertise, experience and professionalism were invaluable in meeting the client's vision, goals, schedule and ultimate quality design for this project. His personable demeanor, problem-solving ability, and attention to details make him outstanding in his field and a joy to work with. I look forward to working with him again on future projects."
Rob Classen
Architect, The Drawing Board, Glenwood Springs, CO
"Ric surpassed our expectations by meeting with our stakeholders, providing several design alternatives, and delivering an exceptional conceptual design package, all within our needed timeframe. Ric is a man of integrity with great skill in his work. He is a good listener, very responsive with his design solutions, and consistently delivered the work we needed in a timely manner. Our entire team at Trinity was grateful to have him contribute to our project."
Ethan Moore
Senior Pastor, Trinity Church of the Vail Valley