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11.01.03 |
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WILLIAM B.RENNER.JN. PROMOTED TO PRINCIPAL
EDSA, an internationally-renowned,
full-service planning, landscape architectural and graphic design firm
recently announced the promotion of William B. Renner to Principal. “We are pleased with the appointment of Bill to Principal and are
delighted that he has been an integral part of the EDSA family
since 1986,” states Joe Lalli, President of EDSA. “Over
the years, Bill has contributed to the growth of the company by working
with clients to develop designs that respond to their needs. A strong
business sense guides his creative vision toward exceeding expectations
of his clients and colleagues. He not only has a tremendous knowledge
of our profession but also possesses the ability to articulate that
knowledge to others,” continued Lalli. |
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11.01.03 |
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MARCO V.LARREA APPOINTED PRINCIPAL AT EDSA
EDSA, an internationally renowned, full-service planning,
landscape architectural and graphic design firm recently announced the
promotion of Marco V. Larrea to Principal. Larrea, who joins the distinguished
company of ten partners, represents the first Hispanic Principal of
this prestigious Firm. “We are pleased with the confirmation of
our newest Principal and are proud of Marco’s accomplishments,” states Joe Lalli, President of EDSA. “Since joining the
Firm in 1987, Marco has been dedicated to improving the services we
offer, enriching the depth of our capabilities and contributing to project
management through the building of strong, innovative teams within the
office. His skills as mentor are commendable as he continues to encourage
younger designers toward professional advancement”, continued Lalli.
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10.24.03 |
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INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DEVELOPS LIFELONG EMPLOYEES AND CAREERS
EDSA, the largest landscape
architectural firm in the state of Florida, has a long and successful
history with its internship program. “Our program began more than
30 years ago and continues to inspire, educate and create outstanding
Landscape Architects who, through their own life experiences, continue
to positively influence the field. As a matter of fact, Bob Behling,
a Senior Principal with EDSA was part of the inaugural intern
class in 1972,” states Cindy Eden, Director of Human Resources
for the Firm. “Over the years, the internship program has developed
into a unique educational work experience for the students as well as
a source of talent for the firm.” |
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10.10.03 |
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HEADLINE
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DUBAI'S HOTEL INDUSTRY ENJOYS UNPRECEDENTED GROWTH
Dubai’s hotel industry shows no sign of slowing down as the Emirate
continues to develop into a major tourist destination. With year round
warm weather, great beaches, excellent infrastructure and convenient
flight access from Europe, Dubai is poised for continued growth and
expansion with an increasing need for full-service hotels and resorts.
“Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai,
is extremely dedicated to investing in tourism,” states John Galloway,
Landscape Architect and a Vice President at EDSA, a leading international
planning and design firm.
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09.10.03 |
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HEADLINE
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EDSA AND THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA:
MOTIVATING AND EDUCATING FUTURE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
EDSA,
the largest landscape architectural firm in the State of Florida, maintains
a sense of responsibility in partnering with the University of Florida.
EDSA actively utilizes all available resources and talent to
enhance students’ learning experiences, perceptions and admiration
for the field. “EDSA recruits talented Landscape Architects
from the University and our role in the career development process is
crucial. The goal of the firm is to motivate, inspire, educate and create
outstanding Landscape Architects who, through their own life experiences
and education, continue to positively influence the field and industry,” says Kona Gray, Vice President at EDSA. |
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07.29.03 |
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SPAIN IS HOT MARKET FOR SECOND HOME RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIES
"Between 800,000 and 1.5
million European families (mainly from Britain, Germany, Holland, and
the Scandinavian countries) are expected to choose Spain for their second
home in the coming years," states SUR in English, a weekly English
newspaper for the Costa del Sol region of Spain. "Many Northern
Europeans are seeking a second home in Spain due to its mild climate,
common currency of the Euro, and the opportunity to live near wonderful
entertainment," says Lyza Fiore, a Vice President with EDSA,
a leading international planning and design firm. "Spaniards who
live in big cities without access to the sea and relaxing amenities
are also buyers of second home residential communities, making up approximately
15% of the market." |
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06.26.03 |
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ECOTOURISM CAN BE GOOD FOR THE BOTTOM LINE
While traditional
tourism overall has been growing at an annual rate of 4%, ecotourism
is growing at a rate of 30%, according to The International Ecotourism
Society. "As a developer you could get good return of your investment
by building a 300-room traditional resort, but you may end up compromising
the same environment that your guests have come to enjoy through the
use of non-renewable sources of energy, waste and water pollution, soil
erosion and noise pollution," says Hitesh Mehta, of EDSA
and one of the world's leading authorities on ecotourism. |
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06.03.03 |
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EDSA ORIENT WINS WORK THROUGH CHINA'S URBANIZATION
Within the next 50 years, Chinese
experts predict 70% percent of the country's total population will be
living in cities. EDSA, the nationally-renowned Planning and
Landscape Architectural consulting firm, recognized this as an opportunity
to enter a new market. Three years ago EDSA partnered with Orient
Landscape Arts Company to form EDSA Orient in Beijing. EDSA Orient realized this population shift would bring an increased demand
for housing and entertainment facilities — EDSA's specialties.
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05.15.03 |
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TRANSFORMATION OF THE TIME SHARE
Timeshares
or fractional ownership arrangements are one of the few sectors within
the hospitality market that has been able to survive these uncertain
times. "Without a doubt these properties seemed to fare better
than the rest of the traditional hotel market," says John Miller,
ASLA, a Principal in the Orlando, Florida, office of nationally-renowned
resort consulting firm, EDSA. |
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05.13.03 |
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EDSA WINS EIGHT ADDY AWARDS!
EDSA, the nationally-renowned
planning and design firm won eight Addy Awards at a gala event hosted
by the Ad Club of Fort Lauderdale in March. The Addy Award honors excellence
in advertising and cultivates the highest creative standards in the
industry. John Gerbino, who heads up EDSA's creative graphics
and advertising department, was thrilled with the wins, "We are
very fortunate to have clients that trust us to do our job and let us
be creative." |
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04.29.03 |
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EDSA SENIOR ASSOCIATE NOMINATED FOR AWARD
Sarah Owen, a Senior Associate
in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida, office of nationally-renowned planning
and design firm, EDSA, has been nominated for this year's United
Way Helping Hand Award. Her dedication to organizing over 1,800 community
volunteers for the largest project in United Way of Broward's event
history and planning the landscaping for this year's "The Day of
Caring" recipient has earned her this special recognition.
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04.09.03 |
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MARINA PROJECTS HOT FOR LEADING INTERNATIONAL PLANNING AND DESIGN FIRM
David Armbruster, boater and veteran
principal of leading, Florida-based planning and design firm, EDSA,
loves his work. And much of that lately has revolved around marinas.
"In the U.S., we're helping renovate existing marinas," he
said. "Not only have the boats gotten longer and wider than ever
before, necessitating all new slips and vastly improved power and other
systems, the land side facilities are often inadequate. Today's boaters
expect more than just a store and a parking lot!"
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04.04.03 |
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RESORT HOTEL REVITALIZATION ADVICE
Resort hotels—for a
variety of reasons—are in an increasingly competitive environment.
But according to planning and design expert John Miller, ASLA, a Principal
in the Orlando, Florida, office of nationally- renowned resort consulting
firm, EDSA, even if the market is in a downturn, it doesn't mean
any individual property can't be gaining market share.
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