About Fogline Studio
Karen Krolewski
Landscape Architect
PLA CA License 4347
After nearly three decades creating transformative landscapes across the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond, I've launched Fogline Studio—a specialized practice where I deliver personalized attention and deep technical expertise to every client. My portfolio spans from intimate neighborhood parks to large-scale mixed-use developments, consistently earning recognition for design excellence and innovative problem-solving.
Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of shaping communities through landscape architecture, working on award-winning projects that range from the Bay Area's first all-inclusive playground to cutting-edge affordable housing developments. My experience encompasses over 200 completed projects, including multifamily housing communities serving thousands of residents, educational campuses that support student learning and development, and public spaces that strengthen neighborhood connections.
I bring a unique perspective shaped by both fine arts training and rigorous technical expertise, allowing me to navigate complex urban challenges while creating spaces that truly resonate with users. My collaborative approach has enabled successful partnerships with renowned architectural firms, forward-thinking developers, and community organizations committed to creating meaningful places.
What Sets US Apart
I fuse fine arts precision with technical expertise, thriving where creativity meets complex constraints. This approach has shaped my award-winning projects from intimate playgrounds to large-scale housing developments spanning affordable communities, market-rate residences, and innovative co-living arrangements.
Multifamily housing expertise, specializing in landscapes above parking structures, podiums, and rooftops. My portfolio includes complex projects like Lume at Menlo and Vasara at Menlo, where I successfully integrated swimming pools, community amenities, and extensive plantings over automated parking systems.
As a Certified Playground Safety Inspector, I create environments that transcend ADA standards, including the Bay Area's first all-inclusive playground. My inclusive design philosophy extends beyond compliance to create spaces where children of all abilities can play together, learn from each other, and build lasting friendships.
K through 12 outdoor learning spaces that support how children naturally develop. From comprehensive campus master planning to specialized outdoor classrooms and edible schoolyards, I design landscapes that enhance educational outcomes while providing safe, engaging environments for student growth.
From neighborhood mini-parks to comprehensive master plans. My public space projects demonstrate how thoughtful design can strengthen community connections while addressing practical needs like flood management, recreation programming, and environmental sustainability.
I'm a passionate advocate for Revit in landscape architecture, creating precise technical drawings that reduce change orders and ensure design intent. My technical expertise extends to complex water management systems, structural landscape applications, and sustainable design strategies that perform beautifully over time.
Why Work With US?
Every project receives my personal attention from concept through construction. My decades of client collaboration and listening skills help me translate your needs into spaces that exceed expectations—regardless of budget. Whether you're developing affordable housing that serves vulnerable populations, creating market-rate communities that enhance property values, or designing public spaces that bring neighborhoods together, I bring the experience and dedication needed to realize your vision while navigating the complexities of municipal approvals, technical requirements, and community engagement.
My commitment extends beyond project completion—I believe in creating landscapes that grow more beautiful and functional over time, supporting both human communities and environmental health for generations to come.
