We combine senior-level expertise with a deep understanding of local regulations, climates, and site-specific needs to deliver tailored, efficient solutions. By addressing challenges early, we ensure projects are delivered on time, in budget, and with exceptional results.
Collaboration is at the heart of our work. With licensed Landscape Architects and certifications including HUB, WOSB, WBE, DBE, TxDOT Pre-Certified, LEED, and SITES, we bring credibility, precision, and excellence to every project.
Jaime Sims
PLA, LEED Green Associate
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Jaime’s passion for the natural world stems from her upbringing on her family’s Missouri farm, where hard work and trust shaped her values. As the founder of Circle V Landscape Architecture, she is known for thoughtful design, collaboration, and exceeding client expectations. A perfectionist by nature, she thrives on turning challenges into opportunities, believing every landscape has the power to make a positive impact. Outside of work, Jaime enjoys hiking with her family, gardening with her kids, and giving back through volunteer work with organizations like Austin Angels and Urban Roots.
Favorite plant? I always gravitate toward truly native plants—we need to embrace wildscaped landscapes to minimize water use and maintenance.
Childhood memory that inspired your love for landscapes? Tasting the sweet nectar hidden at the base of clover flower petals.
Favorite part of working at Circle V? The freedom in my schedule and getting to do what I love every day.
Dream project? Designing a fully native and self-sustaining landscape.
If you weren’t a landscape architect, what would you be? Working in a greenhouse propagating plants.
One tool you can’t work without? A good sketchbook—ideas always start on paper.
Perfect way to unwind? A glass of wine and a good movie with my husband and kids
Education
Master of Landscape Architecture - Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science in Plant Science - University of Missouri
Certifications
Professional Landscape Architect - State of Texas #3098
Professional Landscape Architect - State of Missouri #2023039835
LEED Green Associate
Matt Dawson
PLA
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Matt brings his South Louisiana roots and lifelong appreciation for nature to his work at Circle V. His curiosity and attention to detail have been instrumental in managing some of Austin's most complex projects, including Circuit of the Americas, Alliance Children's Garden, and Oracle Waterfront. With expertise spanning municipal parks, university campuses, and commercial developments, Matt excels in design, planning, and construction administration. An LSU graduate who settled in Austin in 2011, he holds an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, is active in ASLA and Texas ASLA, and enjoys exploring Austin's parks with his wife when not solving complex landscape challenges.
Favorite plant and why? American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana). I love the purple!
Childhood landscape inspiration? The Atchafalaya basin in Louisiana is one of the most beautiful places to experience from a boat. It's beautiful and always changing.
Design style as a movie? Pulp Fiction - The movie jumps between multiple timelines, but everything ties together seamlessly in the end. Also I appreciate Quentin Tarantino's attention to detail.
Dream collaboration? Lawrence Halprin - he was a master at creating the whole experience.
Perfect day outside? There's nothing like spending the day in a duck blind on the water and seeing the sunrise.
Hidden talent? I am a licensed HAM Radio operator, call sign KJ5JPN.
When not designing landscapes? I am an FAA licensed drone pilot and an aspiring amateur photographer.
Education
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, Louisiana State University, 2007
Certifications
Professional Landscape Architect – State of Texas #3178
Professional Landscape Architect – State of Louisiana #0778
FAA Part 107 Certified Commercial Drone Pilot
Hannah D’Amico
PLA, SITES AP
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Hannah’s love for nature stems from her Midwest upbringing, where she explored city parks, woodlands, and riverside trails. As a landscape architect, she balances big-picture vision with site-level detail, ensuring high-quality design that prioritizes native ecology and cultural history. She thrives on collaboration, believing diverse teams create the best projects. Outside of work, Hannah enjoys biking and exploring parks with her husband, son, and two dogs, as well as traveling to experience new landscapes and cultures. She is a member of ASLA and ULI and volunteers with organizations like Austin Angels and Urban Roots.
Favorite plant? Standing cypress (Texas plume)—they are so whimsical and look like something out of a children's book.
Childhood memory that inspired your love for landscapes? Exploring the outdoors barefoot – feeling the earth beneath me, the textures of grass and soil, and the freedom that comes with feeling grounded in nature was the foundation for my love for landscapes.
Dream project? Designing a lush tropical landscape to experiment with vibrant, flowering plant varieties.
Favorite part of working at Circle V? My colleagues—they’re pretty great!
Hobby outside of landscape architecture? Yoga + Mountain biking! These activities keep me focused on the present and help me reconnect with my breath.
Most interesting place traveled? Nusa Lembongan. Waking to morning chants, nasi goreng for breakfast, experiencing a car-free island, horses taking a dip in the ocean at sunrise all made the fragile, beautiful landscape even more surreal.
Favorite way to unwind? Hanging out in the backyard with my son and my two dogs.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture - Purdue University
Certifications
Professional Landscape Architect - State of Texas #3580
SITES AP
OLE! Designer
Trauma-Informed Design Training