


Gorove Slade planner Ashley Orr received the 2026 ITE Mid-Colonial District Rising Star Award, a reflection of what consistent, intentional involvement builds over time. Here, she shares how her professional journey continue to evolve.

Located within Loudoun County’s Innovation Corridor, Rivana at Innovation Station reflects the continued evolution of this high-growth area into a transit-oriented employment and residential hub. Gorove Slade prepared a comprehensive Traffic Impact Study (TIS) to evaluate the proposed redevelopment and ensure that future growth can be accommodated while maintaining acceptable transportation operations.

Halley Rise is a 1.5-million-square-foot mixed-use development at Reston Town Center Station that transforms what was once auto-oriented suburban development into a walkable, bikeable urban district where residents and workers can thrive without dependence on personal vehicles. Gorove Slade’s transportation expertise ensures that growth around this major transit investment creates lasting community benefits while establishing new standards for development excellence in Fairfax County.

The Cherry Blossom Festival draws a million and a half people because it is genuinely a spectacular experience. Peak bloom is most beautiful when someone has done the planning.

Understanding how MUTCD changes affect your specific project requires expertise in both the manual itself and local jurisdiction implementation. Omran El-Khatib, PE, is here to walk you through these regulatory changes so your project doesn’t face unexpected delays or redesigns.

