Category: Works of Landscape Architecture

Company/academic title: EDSA, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Education: B.S., natural resources, University of Michigan, 1986; MLA from Kansas State University in 1989.

Paul Kissinger was nominated for his exceptional work in sustainable planning, which has had a far-reaching impact on communities and environments. A consistent advocate for the landscape architecture profession, he teaches, mentors, and actively participates in civic committees and organizations. He is especially proud of his work with the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce?EUR??,,????'???s Downtown Council, targeting homeless issues. Mr. Kissinger has initiated a local high school program on landscape architecture.

Thoughts from a Peer: ?EUR??,,????'??Worldwide, Paul?EUR??,,????'???s commitment to quality design and landscape architecture improves people?EUR??,,????'???s lives and the places they live. Domestically, Paul?EUR??,,????'???s leadership in the planning and design of the South Florida Rail Corridor and his riverfront work in Owensboro, Kentucky have generated and will continue to generate into the future, economic redevelopment and ecologic recovery. His work demonstrates that what?EUR??,,????'???s good for the environment really is good for the economy and our community.?EUR??,,????'?? ?EUR??,,????'??+ Jeff Caster, FASLA, Trustee, State Landscape Architect, Florida DOT