Who we are 
Philosophy
Gail Y. B. Lash, Ph.D.
Nevin Lash, asla
 

What we do
• Concept Planning
• Master Planning
• Zoological  Design
• Visitor Services
• Community Ecotourism
• Peace Education

Selected Projects
Master Planning
Zoological Exhibits
Ecotourism Projects
Peace Projects
 

  The Rollins Family Children's zoo sits on the right side of the KidZone diagram above.  It was planned in two phases with Brazilian Outpost, phase I and Outback Station, phase II.  Ursa has been involved in the design of the the entire 5 acre children focused area, which has included the Norfolk Southern Zoo Express train, safe playground, an endangered species Carousel, a Birthday Party Pavilion, and a Nathan's Snack Bar. 

Future projects include a new Entry ramp, a KaBoom playground, animal amphiteater,
and the Penguin Plunge and water play area.

Brazilian Outpost Home to a multi-generational group of pre-release Golden Lion Tamarins
Outback Station Red Kangaroo Mob Sheep and Goats Petting Area

Zoo Atlanta Redevelopment Site Plan Zoo Atlanta Redevelopment Master Plan was completed in 1986.  Exhibit development has been ongoing ever since.  Mr. and Mrs. Lash continue to be involved with Zoo Atlanta completing design projects on a yearly basis to continue to enhance the visitor experience.  The Rollins Family Children's Zoo Improvement represents a privately supported exhibit cluster which implements a major revitalization plan in one of the last remaining "old" areas of the zoo.  This plan seeks to weave water conservation and endangered habitat themes with biodiversity messages within a children-oriented exhibit.  Overnight tented camp and outdoor education programs will be enhanced with this new development.