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Your Trusted Partner for Landscape Architecture Solutions in Illinois
Founded in 1899, our organization serves as the premier professional association for landscape architects across Illinois. With over 500 dedicated members, we champion the advancement of landscape architecture through advocacy, education, and collaboration. Our mission focuses on fostering healthy, equitable, and resilient environments while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. We provide exclusive access to continuing education programs, networking opportunities, and industry-leading resources, including the Landscape Architecture Magazine.Our advocacy efforts include monitoring legislative developments and promoting public awareness through initiatives like World Landscape Architecture Month. As stewards of the profession, we support licensure excellence, administer national award programs, and maintain a robust job board to connect professionals. Our team works tirelessly to elevate the practice through committees focused on biodiversity, climate action, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Services
Advocacy Services
Continuing Education Programs
Awards Recognition
Job Board Access
Public Awareness Campaigns
Licensure Support
Professional Networking
Student Membership Programs
Committee Participation
Industry Publications
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive ASLA professional designation for enhanced credibility.
- Our members receive reduced rates for continuing education programs.
- We provide networking opportunities with 500+ landscape architecture professionals.
- Our job board connects employers with top talent in the field.
- We advocate for policy changes to elevate the profession statewide.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)
Services
Advocacy Services
We actively monitor and influence state and national legislation affecting landscape architecture. Our dedicated lobbyist and Advocacy Committee work to elevate professional standards, including efforts to strengthen Illinois' Practice Act. We engage members in public awareness campaigns like World Landscape Architecture Month to showcase the profession's impact on communities.
Continuing Education Programs
We provide discounted access to educational sessions, workshops, and Professional Practice Networks for career growth. Members receive free subscriptions to Landscape Architecture Magazine and exclusive networking opportunities with industry experts. Our programs help professionals stay current with evolving design practices and maintain licensure requirements.
Awards Recognition
Our annual awards program honors outstanding projects with President, Honor, and Merit Awards. We recognize both professional and student work, publishing winning designs in our Folio booklet and website. This exposure helps recipients build credibility and gain visibility within the architecture community and potential clients.
Job Board Access
We maintain an online job board connecting employers with qualified landscape architecture professionals. Members can search listings, post resumes, and access career development resources. Our platform supports both job seekers and firms looking to expand their teams with vetted industry talent.
Student Membership Programs
We offer free annual memberships to students pursuing landscape architecture degrees. Benefits include award submission opportunities, networking with professionals, and access to educational resources. Our student programs help emerging designers build portfolios, gain recognition, and transition smoothly into professional practice.
People
Stacey Libra
President
ASLA-certified landscape architect with Indigo Ecological Design, specializing in sustainable urban planning and community engagement initiatives.
Kenon Boehm
Past-President
Landscape design expert at Craig Bergmann Landscape Design, focusing on high-end residential and commercial outdoor spaces.
Sarah Dreier
President-Elect
Professional landscape architect at JSD Professional Services, Inc., with expertise in public space revitalization projects.
Lara Barnas
Secretary
Design professional at Hitchcock Design Group, specializing in multi-use developments and ecological restoration projects.
Zack Rees
Treasurer
HDR landscape architect with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects and climate-resilient design solutions.
Questions
How do I become a member of ILASLA?
Visit our website to apply for ASLA membership, which automatically grants you access to the Illinois Chapter. Students receive free annual memberships.
What professional benefits does ILASLA offer?
Members gain exclusive ASLA designation rights, discounted education programs, networking opportunities, and access to our job board and award competitions.
How does ILASLA support landscape architecture advocacy?
We employ a lobbyist to monitor legislation, advocate for stronger Practice Acts, and organize public awareness campaigns like World Landscape Architecture Month.
What student resources are available?
Students receive free membership, award submission opportunities, career guidance, and access to professional development resources and networking events.
How are ILASLA awards judged?
Submissions undergo blind reviews by out-of-state ASLA chapters, with winners recognized at our annual Celebration event and published in our Folio booklet.
