Gary Bellomy / by michael keller

As Principal and founder of Land Design Studio, Mr. Bellomy is responsible for securing and implementing a diverse range of projects. His experience in Land Planning and Environmental Design on a wide variety of public, private, local, regional and international commissions contributes to the depth of Gary’s professional background. 

Prior to founding Land Design Studio, Gary served as senior associate with SLA StudioLand in Houston, Texas and director of design for EDAW’s southeast regional office. Gary has also served as director of Myrick, Newman & Dahlberg’s Austin,Texas office and with HTB Architects. His widely varied experience has proven highly educational in the areas of professional practice, project management, design documentation, and construction administration. 

Gary’s competence, leadership, and cooperative attitude have proven to be an attribute to many design teams. His respect for and skillful interaction with clients and fellow consultants has contributed significantly to the successful implementation of numerous professional commissions. 

Gary received a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from Texas Tech University. He is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), Congress for the New Urbanism, and Real Estate Council of Austin (RECA), an associate member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and an affiliate of the Urban Land Institute. He is a registered Landscape Architect (#619).

During his career Gary has been recognized by the following honors, awards and appointments: 

Past Chairman of Austin Section of the American Society of Landscape Architects, 1995 

Selected for American Institute of Architects/RUDAT, Waterloo, Iowa, 1989 

Appointed to City of Dallas Environmental Quality Committee, 1986 

Outstanding Contribution award to the Profession, Oklahoma Chapter ASLA, 1981 

First Gubernatorial Appointee to the Oklahoma State Board of Landscape Architects, 1980 

Outstanding Service award as Chapter President, Oklahoma Chapter ASLA, 1980 

Merit award for Agora Park; Oklahoma Chapter ASLA, 1979