About us.

LARA Landscape Architecture is a young and dynamic landscape architecture studio based out of Vancouver, BC. We offer a fresh approach to all aspects of landscape design, managing projects from concept through completion. Our studio is geared towards projects of all scales, complexity, and sectors, while consistently providing high-quality services and deliverables.

At LARA Landscape Architecture, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail, our tightly knit consultant relationships, and our dedication to customer service. 

Emilio has an extensive international background - having lived and worked in a number of countries throughout Europe and North America before settling in Vancouver. While his experience abroad has created a foundation for the studio's innovative design approach, it is his commitment and stewardship to the Pacific Northwest that inform and inspire the language and details of each project. Through the careful exploration of a site's historical, ecological, and cultural characteristics, every project is tailored to create a site-specific design that is functional, memorable, and resilient.

Emilio has worked at a number of leading landscape architecture studios in Canada and has gathered extensive knowledge in residential, commercial, public, and civic projects.

Services offered.

  • Landscape Master Planning

  • Landscape drawings for rezoning applications, development permits, and building permits

  • Landscape construction drawings and contract documents

  • Construction field services

  • 3D Modelling and Visualizations

Emilio Martinez Lara

Principal Landscape Architect - BLA, BBA, BCSLA, CSLA

Jon Behnke

Landscape Architect - BLA, BCSLA, CSLA

Kevin Wu

Landscape Designer / Project Coordinator - BLA, BCSLA Intern