James Yost, PLA, ASLA
Landscape Architect Manager / Associate
James specializes in landscape architecture and urban planning. As a Landscape Architect Manager in GAI’s Charleston, WV, office he coordinates a range of landscape architecture, planning, and solar energy projects and marketing activities throughout GAI’s northeast operating area. As part of GAI’s Community Solutions Group, James continues to contribute to award-winning designs throughout the region, applying more than a decade of experience on a diverse scope of projects for both the public and private sectors.
James was recognized by the West Virginia American Society of Landscape Architects as one of three Honor Award recipients as a result of his works completed while at West Virginia University in 2011, and he continues to stay involved with the organization. He also remains a dedicated community volunteer in the Charleston area through his participation with multiple nonprofit entities and city-wide initiatives. James holds a BLA, Landscape Architecture, from the University of West Virginia.