Our Shaylin Castillo has been awarded the 2023 Exceptional Emerging Professional Award by the Florida Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA)! This honor is awarded to a landscape architect who represents the highest standard of excellence and is in the early stage of their professional life.

After graduating with high honors from the Landscape Architecture Program at FIU, Shay began her professional career, pursed licensure, and continued her dedication and involvement in ASLA. After joining WH+P in 2022, she has become an integral part of our team as a designer and graphics leader. She has continued to work with students and served ASLA Florida in the following roles: Member-at-Large for Emerging Professionals, Public Relations and Marketing Chair, and Design Awards Council leader.

In the words of Andy Witkin, “Shay is a remarkable person and professional. She has been part of our team for only a year and a half but in that short period of time has made a tremendous impact. She has an amazing future ahead of her. Working with Shay and watching her grow has been a gift to me.”

We couldn’t agree more. Congratulations, Shay!