Ernst A. Kreps established the office of Design Environment - Landscape Architect Incorporated in the City of Sault Ste. Marie in 1990. Since that time, Ernst has been providing comprehensive landscape architectural and planning services for Northern Ontario communities. The office provides extensive experience in developing people-places that are attractive, dynamic, functional designs that are cost effective and meet the needs of the client and the demanding requirements of our harsh northern climate. Ernst has completed many noteworthy projects in Sault Ste. Marie including The Essar Centre, the new Sault Area Hospital, F. J Davey Home and the Clergue Park Waterfront Extension, to name only a few. Design Environment can provide all aspects of a projects development from conceptual and detailed design to tender document production and contract administration.