Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Landscape Architectural Services in South Florida
Curtis & Rogers Design Studio is a minority-owned Florida-licensed landscape architecture firm with over 100 combined years of experience in creating award-winning public urban spaces. Our team of 9 professionals, including 5 registered Landscape Architects and LEED AP-certified experts, specializes in designing environments that balance artistic creativity with functional urban demands. Since 1991, we've prioritized client collaboration through an interactive design process that integrates cultural, environmental, and social considerations. Recognized as 'Landscape Architects of the Year' twice by the Miami AIA Chapter, our work spans parks, educational institutions, transportation corridors, and public facilities.We maintain long-term client relationships by delivering durable, sensory-engaging spaces that serve communities while minimizing environmental impact. Our staff includes ISA Certified Arborists and Landscape Inspectors who ensure compliance with technical standards across all projects. We focus on both softscape elements like planting and irrigation, and hardscape components including grading and construction details. Our expertise in public urban projects has earned multiple FLASLA awards, reflecting our commitment to quality and innovation. We approach each project with a philosophy that creativity emerges from client-professional collaboration, emphasizing sustainability and social benefit maximization.
Services
Landscape Design
Urban Parks
Streetscapes
Public Facilities
Sustainable Development
Site Planning
Planting Design
Stormwater Management
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Over 100 combined years of experience in public urban landscape design
- Recipient of multiple FLASLA awards and AIA Miami recognition
- Staff includes LEED AP professionals and certified arborists
- Specialized expertise in public infrastructure and educational facilities
- Proven track record with complex municipal projects
Associations and certifications
- Florida State License LC C000241
Services
Landscape Design
We create comprehensive landscape designs that integrate natural and built environments. Our approach combines artistic vision with technical requirements to produce functional, sustainable spaces. Services include planting design, irrigation planning, and material selection for both public and private sector projects.
Urban Parks
Specializing in park design from neighborhood to regional scales, we develop recreational areas that meet community needs while preserving environmental integrity. Our parks incorporate accessible pathways, sustainable drainage systems, and multi-use areas tailored to local climate conditions.
Streetscapes
We design streetscapes that balance transportation needs with pedestrian-friendly environments. Our solutions include tree planting programs, stormwater management systems, and streetscape furnishings that enhance urban corridors while improving traffic flow and safety.
Public Facilities
Our firm specializes in landscape architecture for civic buildings including libraries, community centers, and emergency service facilities. We create welcoming exterior spaces that complement architectural features while meeting functional requirements for public access and operational efficiency.
Sustainable Development
We incorporate sustainable practices in all projects through native plant selection, permeable paving systems, and energy-efficient lighting. Our LEED-certified professionals implement strategies that reduce environmental impact while creating resilient landscapes that adapt to South Florida's climate.
People
Aida M. Curtis
Co-Founder
Co-founder with 30+ years of experience in public landscape architecture. Specializes in urban design integration and sustainable site planning for municipal projects.
Richard H. Rogers
Co-Founder
Co-founder and registered Landscape Architect with expertise in large-scale public infrastructure projects. Focuses on technical execution and construction documentation for complex urban sites.
Jean C. Lee
Principal
Registered Landscape Architect and principal since 2006. Specializes in educational facility design and stormwater management solutions for South Florida's unique hydrological conditions.
Jennie Rogers
Principal
Registered Landscape Architect and principal since 2017. Focuses on sustainable materials selection and accessibility compliance for public spaces and municipal buildings.
Questions
What types of projects does Curtis + Rogers specialize in?
We specialize in public urban landscapes including parks, streetscapes, educational facilities, and municipal infrastructure projects throughout South Florida.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Curtis + Rogers Design Studio has provided landscape architectural services since its founding in 1991 by Aida M. Curtis and Richard H. Rogers.
What professional certifications do your team members hold?
Our staff includes 5 registered Landscape Architects, 2 LEED AP professionals, 2 ISA Certified Arborists, and 3 LIAF Certified Landscape Inspectors.
What awards has the firm received?
We've been honored as 'Landscape Architects of the Year' by the Miami AIA Chapter in 2001 and 2009, with multiple FLASLA design awards.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Hollywood and Miami, FL, we serve all of South Florida including Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.
What makes your firm unique?
Our unique approach combines 30+ years of local experience with technical expertise in sustainable design, maintaining long-term client relationships through collaborative problem-solving.
