About Planning Resources Inc.

We are an integrated team of Site Planners, Urban Designers, and Landscape Architects

Our Values

Our work is guided by a set of core values which have been intrinsic to our firm since its founding. Pete Pointner and Lan Richart started the business with the intention of upholding the highest standards of design, providing superior service to clients, and a commitment to the people of metropolitan Chicago and the Midwest region. As PRI evolved, the leadership of the firm has never lost sight of these ideals.

  • Integrity – We are dedicated to upholding our long-established reputation of exhibiting a professional and collaborative attitude and consistently delivering beyond expectations.

  • Respect – We value a collaborative environment where everyone has a chance to be heard and share their ideas.

  • Diversity – We are committed to fostering equity and inclusion within our firm; striving to mirror the communities we serve.

  • Creativity – We value curiosity and the ability to take risks when trying to solve problems as we are committed to looking beyond challenges by designing solutions. Whether focusing on Master Planning, Urban Design, Park Planning or Landscape Design, the firm always brings new vision to refine the art of problem solving.

  • Relationships – We value and invest in ongoing and new relationships with clients and team members.

  • Enthusiasm – We foster an attitude of enthusiasm in all we do.

  • Growth – We value the constant pursuit of knowledge and a culture that promotes continual education and research.

  • Environment – We will seek to have a positive impact on the environment in which we work, live and operate.

  • Corporate Culture – We promote a healthy balance of dedication to work, play, and family.


Diversity In Our Practice

Planning Resources Inc. is a recognized Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) with the State of Illinois and are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our practice. Internally, Planning Resources Inc. offers landscape architects, planners and designers the opportunity to work on award winning projects. Our studio environment is comprised of small, collaborative teams which are responsible for a variety of project types and demand specific skill sets. The size of the firm has historically been large enough to take on large-scale projects, but small enough for all staff members to understand each other’s strengths and develop strong and highly functioning project teams.

Culture

Planning Resources Inc, since its inception, has fostered a collaborative, supportive, and creative work environment where staff can continually develop and expand their professional skills. The makeup of the firm is reflected in the commitment to quality in our designs and the care taken in working with clients to improve our local communities with each project we undertake.


North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) business codes: 541320, 541340, and 561730