Lindsey Perez, AIA, LEED Fellow, GGP, Fitwell Amb., was recently promoted to Community Studio Principal in the Orlando, Fla., office of Little.
Perez has more than 20 years working with higher education and K–12 schools, specializing in master planning, programming and sustainable design. As Studio Principal, Perez will lead business development and drive growth for the studio, working closely with Design and Technical Principals to advance design excellence and strengthen client and community partnerships. A LEED Fellow and current President of AIA Orlando, she is a nationally recognized thought leader and passionate advocate for resilience and sustainability.
“Lindsey’s passion for resiliency and sustainability aligns directly with our approach to community projects, and her ability to help clients understand and get excited about the benefits of these strategies is impressive,” said Practice Leader J. Lynn Reda in statement. “We are excited to expand our community presence in Orlando under her leadership.”
Perez currently serves as the 2026 President of AIA Orlando and founded and chaired the AIA Florida Resilience Committee, helping shape a proposed update to the Florida Building Code focused on resiliency. Her work in the areas of policy, advocacy, and professional development also earned her recognition as an AIA Florida Citizen Architect and an Orlando Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree.
“I look forward to guiding a remarkable team that is committed to thoughtful, regenerative design work that advances our clients’ visions while considering the broader impact on people, communities, and the environment,” Perez said in a statement. “Our responsibility extends beyond buildings; it’s about shaping spaces that contribute meaningfully to the world around them.”