EDSA ANNOUNCES 2006 PROMOTIONS

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (September 22, 2006) – EDSA, an internationally-renowned, full-service planning, landscape architectural, urban design and graphic design firm is announcing the promotion of 35 professional staff members. Individuals representing each of EDSA’s five offices were recognized by peers and leadership for their professional achievement and ability to enhance the EDSA reputation through exceptional design, quality client service, and respect for the environment and cultures in which the firm works.

EDSA MAKES THE ZWEIG LETTER 2006 HOT FIRMS LIST

EDSA has been recognized by Zweig White, the nation’s leading source of management consulting, information, and education for the design and construction industry, as one of the fastest growing firms in the country. Every year Zweig White evaluates hundreds of architecture, engineering, planning, and environmental companies on their ability to survive economic instabilities over the previous few years while still increasing revenue.

EDSA WINS 2006 PROFESSIONAL ASLA AWARD

International planning and landscape architecture firm EDSA has recently received a prestigious award from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA). EDSA’s submission, Crosswaters Ecolodge, was one of only 32 winners selected by the jury out of 500 national and international entries. The project is part of the first planned ecotourism and ecolodge destination in China and is located in Nankun Mountain Reserve, Guangdong Province, S. China. The Crosswaters Ecolodge was bestowed the Award of Honor in the Analysis and Planning Category.

EDSA ON THE FOREFRONT OF "GREEN" URBAN DESIGN

EDSA has been commissioned by the City of Oakland Park, Florida to create an ordinance that will serve as a catalyst for redevelopment along two main arterial roadways within the City. Underutilized property and elevated vacancy has resulted in adverse conditions for the area. EDSA is working to develop a zoning regulation that brings mixed-use, neighborhood compatible and quality redevelopment that provides increased opportunities for property owners and developers. Combining urban design with environmental advocacy, EDSA is recommending an incentive regulation that simultaneously achieves economic gains and environmental sustainability through the promotion of Green Building development. EDSA’s goal is to promote sustainable practices that add value to the district and create a unique identity for the City of Oakland Park.

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