Celebrate Excellence in Arizona Landscape Architecture
​The Arizona Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (AZASLA) proudly recognizes the outstanding achievements of landscape architects, students, and industry partners across our state. Each year, the AZASLA Professional, Student, and Individual Awards Program highlights exemplary projects that elevate design, demonstrate innovation, and contribute to resilient, beautiful, and community-driven environments throughout Arizona.
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From large-scale public spaces and ecological restoration to private gardens, research, planning, and student visioning—these awards honor the breadth and depth of our profession.
Arizona Center TRUEFORM 2025 Honor Award
Chandler Museum Colwell Shelor 2025 Honor Award
Optima Kierland Hillman Workshop 2025 Honor Award
Arizona Center TRUEFORM 2025 Honor Award
About the Awards Program
The AZASLA Awards Program:
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Elevates landscape architecture as essential to healthy, sustainable, and human-centered environments
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Celebrates the creative talent and technical excellence of design professionals and students
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Recognizes individuals and organizations who advance landscape architecture in Arizona
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Highlights projects that embody environmental stewardship, design innovation, and place-making
Award Categories May Include:
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General Design
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Residential Design
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Planning & Analysis
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Research
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Communication
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Landmark
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Student Honor & Merit Awards
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Outstanding Individual & Chapter Service Awards
(Categories may vary by year—see individual award-year pages for details.)
Why These Awards Matter
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Arizona’s landscapes are among the most dynamic and challenging in the world. Celebrating award-winning work shines a light on:
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Innovation in arid-environment design
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Solutions for climate resilience and water stewardship
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Culturally and historically informed place-making
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Collaborative design that strengthens communities
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Amplify the impact of Arizona’s landscape architects both locally and nationally.
Each year, a distinguished jury of ASLA professionals from outside Arizona evaluates submissions across multiple categories, offering an impartial and highly regarded review process.
Explore Past Honorees
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Browse the archives below to view award-winning projects and inspiring work from previous years. These portfolios demonstrate the evolving excellence of landscape architecture across Arizona.
Interested in Submitting Your Work?
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The call for entries for the next Awards Program is announced annually. Check the AZASLA website, newsletter, and social media for information about deadlines, submission guidelines, and sponsorship opportunities. Learn more...
