ABLA
Where Connections Are Celebrated
Exposition
ABLA is a premier planning, landscape architecture, and design firm based in Tempe, Arizona. They’re dedicated to creating innovative and sustainable spaces that inspire and impact lives.
Through film, Athena Katlin and Stephen Simms fully immersed themselves in showcasing ABLA’s collaboration with Arizona Distilling Co. to craft a bourbon that embodies celebration. The goal: to inspire, excite, and energize all who work with them. They sought to highlight the magic of nature and draw a parallel between the artistry of time-honored processes and the creation of a place where moments are savored and connections are celebrated.
work completed
Pre-production
Concept development
Scriptwriting + storyboarding
Production
Videography
Aerial videography
Sound design
Post-production
Animation
ABLA's approach emphasizes a holistic intersection of life, energy, and connection, ensuring that each project is innovative, sustainable, and maintainable. They focus on transforming and enriching communities through thoughtful and impactful design.
Their firm serves various sectors, including urban planning, parks, and community developments, with a commitment to creating spaces that encourage interaction and foster relationships among users.
Areas of focus
Master planned communities
Amenity facilities
Multifamily developments
Commercial projects
Mixed-use developments
Key Services
Conceptual design
Development planning
Business development
Construction document creation
Planting design for community parks
Master planning for large-scale projects
After Hours
This video series gives you a glimpse into the lives of the people behind ABLA, showcasing how they spend their time beyond the office. From creative hobbies to adventurous activities, 'After Hours' celebrates the passions that inspire and shape the team. What's truly fascinating is how each of them spend that time outdoors, reflecting the very essence of their work as landscape architects. Join us as we step into their world after the workday ends, explore the common threads that connect their personal pursuits with their professional lives, and discover their unique stories that make them who they are, with nature fueling them both in and outside of their work.