ASLA Elevates 19 Members to the Council of Fellows

In addition to a list of 18 other wonderful ASLA members, our very own Tamás Deák has been elevated to the Council of Fellows. The Alaska Chapter of the ASLA is extremely proud of Tamás and all he has accomplished!

Tamás Deák, ASLA KPB Architects, Anchorage, AK

Nominated in Leadership/Management by the Alaska Chapter

Tamás Deák’s exemplary project work for over a quarter century, as well as his advocacy and leadership, has raised the awareness of the profession and sustainable practices in Alaska and increased its respect from allied professionals and the general public. His impact in the state has been undeniable—from integrating green infrastructure principles into the redevelopment of Alaska’s largest airport, to orchestrating Alaska’s first private stream restoration on previously deteriorated land, to leading the urban design team efforts associated with major capital investments in downtown Anchorage. Tamás led a small but persistent group of voices to achieve licensure for landscape architects and, after an 18-year effort, to have a permanent seat among sister professions on the State of Alaska licensing board. He was the first licensed landscape architect to lead the Municipal Platting Board, and to lead advisory commissions for the Watershed and Natural Resources Commission and the Housing and Neighborhood Development Commission. He has served nationally as a trustee for ASLA and has received recognition from the University of Alaska for his commitment to education and serving as an adjunct professor and guest lecturer in various departments.

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