Orlando Comas, PLA, ASLA

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Name	Orlando Comas, PLA, ASLA
I am a...	Professional
Country/Zip Code	USA/33134
About	Orlando Comas, PLA, ASLA, is a Florida-licensed landscape architect with over 50 years of experience in the art of landscape architecture. Prior to establishing his Miami studio in 1996, he spent several years practicing across South America. Comas has built a stellar reputation for delivering comprehensive, full-service design that seamlessly integrates hardscape and softscape elements. His approach is truly holistic, applying the same architectural rigor to pools, fountains, and driveways as he does to vegetative design. This meticulous craftsmanship has earned him positions on the City of Miami Beach Design Review Board and the Gables Estates Architectural Review Board, alongside an award-winning portfolio spanning South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Florida. A dedicated industry leader, Comas actively mentors FIU graduate students and has held executive leadership roles in organizations such as the Society of American Registered Architects (SARA). AWARDS: Builders Assoc. of South Florida – 2007 Awards: 2007 Silver , 620 Ocean Dr , Miami Beach, Florida. 2007 Platinum , Ocanos Resort, Florida Keys, Florida. 2010 Landscape Architect of the Year- AIA-Miami 2010 Award of Honor -American Society of Landscape Architects FLA Leucadendra Residence, Gables Estates, Florida. 2013 American Society of Registered Architects – Florida. Gold – Omphoy Resort, West Palm Beach, Florida. Silver – Private Res- Miami Beach, Florida. Silver – Private Res- Cocoplum, Coral Gables, Florida. Bronze – Private Res- Miami Beach, Florida. 2013 American Society of Registered Architects – National Gold – Private Res- Miami Beach, Florida. Silver – Omphoy Resort, West Palm Beach, Florida. Silver – Private Residence – Hollywood, Florida. 2014 Award of Honor -American Society of Landscape Architects – FLA Rare Gem, Beach front residence in Miami Beach, Florida. 2018 Luxe Magazine – Reader’s Choice Award 2019 Luxe Gold List Honoree. 2019 The Architecture Masterprize – Honor Mention in Residential 2019 Luxe Regional Winner, Landscape Design/Outdoor Living 2020 Architecture MasterPrize – Residential Best of Best 2020 2021 Luxe Magazine – Gold List 2020 Architecture MasterPrize – Residential Best of Best 2020 Luxe Magazine – Gold List 2021 Luxe Magazine – Gold List 2021 Architectural MasterPrize – Honorable Mention 2021 BLT Built Desig Award – Honorable Mention 2022 Red Awards – Outdoor Spaces – Regional Winner 2023 BLT Built Desig Award – Residential Landscape Award 2023 Muse Design Awards – Garden Design Award 2023 Muse Design Awards – Landscape Design Award 2024 BLT Built Desig Award – Residential Landscape Award 2025 Society of American registered Architects – National Landscape Award
Website:	https://archinect.com/comasla
Favorite Designers	Frederick Law Olmsted is widely regarded as the father of landscape architecture, celebrated for his foundational contributions to the public park system and his pioneering work in planned communities. He established a standard of excellence that continues to shape the profession today. Luis Barragán, an engineer by training, possessed extraordinary talent in both architectural and landscape design. His mastery of geometry, vibrant color, and light left a profound mark on architects and landscape designers globally. Roberto Burle Marx was a true polymath—a trained painter, sculptor, and designer whose passion for horticulture propelled him to become one of the most influential landscape and paving designers of the 20th century. His work remains internationally revered in landscape architecture. Lawrence Halprin stands out as a personal favorite, particularly for iconic public spaces like the Charlottesville Downtown Mall, Ghirardelli Square, and the FDR Memorial. Halprin was a pioneer in incorporating participatory community workshops into the design process, expertly fusing creative artistry with ecological awareness.
Other Crafts/Interests	Selected Publications: 1981 Anuario de Arquitectura – Venezuela – Doral Beach Resort 2021 Florida Architecture Magazine – Tropical Heart, Musical Soul 2022 Florida Architecture Magazine – Key Biscayne Feeling 2004 Florida Architecture Magazine – Designer’s Residence 2005 Florida Architecture Magazine – Leucadendra Residence 2005 Florida Architecture Magazine – Arvida Residence 2008 Florida Architecture Magazine – A Perfect Fit 2005 Ultimate Outdoor Restaurants – “Wish Restaurant” 2006 Landscape Architect Magazine – “Outdoor Living Spaces in South Florida.” 2006 Casa & Estilo Magazine – “Una hacienda en el Sur de la Florida” 2007 May 27, The Miami Herald – “Creative landscape, pool design” 2007 May 25, The Miami Herald, Home Guide – “A Perfect Fit” 2012 Miami Home and Decor – What do you wish for? 2014 – Florida Architecture Magazine – MACO Caribbean Living 2017 – Artisanal Design Flourishes – Luxe Magazine 2020 Landscape Architect & Specifier News – Florida Firms 2022 Florida Design Magazine – Landscape Architects 2024 Florida Design Magazine – Sourcebook 2025 Florida Design Magazine – Sourcebook
City	CORAL GABLES
State/Province	Florida