Lane Pettigrew is a renowned architect known for his innovative and sustainable approach to design. With a career spanning over three decades, Pettigrew has established himself as a leading figure in the field of architecture, with a portfolio that includes a wide range of projects, from residential homes to commercial buildings and particularly resorts, spas, boutique hotels and masterplans for hospitality projects. You can find his work built in 38 Countries and in the coming year with the completion of new projects in Costa Rica and Belize, he will have reached the milestone of having completed projects in 40 Countries, almost all of them in the Caribbean and Central America. 

Lane Pettigrew is a St. Lucian architect, born in Venezuela to American parents. His secondary education was in the USA .  He then entered the The University of Sheffield in England where he gained his Bachelor and Diploma degrees with Distinction in Design and became a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects. He founded his first practice in Bermuda and dedicated his professional life to the advancement of tourism and development in the Caribbean and Central America. He  raised his family and lived  in St. Lucia for 30 years whilst maintaining offices in Honduras and Miami Beach, Florida. This enabled his firm, LPA INTERNATIONAL LLC to provide services to the entire Caribbean Basin. Four of his stunning resorts have been named in the top 50 in the world .  He is widely referred to as "the Architect Laureate of the Caribbean”.  Lane has undoubtedly completed more projects in Caribbean and Central American countries than any other architect, since the development of these tropical regions began to be developed.

One of Pettigrew's most notable characteristics as an architect is his commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. He believes that architecture should not only be aesthetically pleasing but also function in harmony with the natural environment. This philosophy is evident in his projects, which  since 1988 have incorporated green building practices; solar design, energy-efficient materials, potable water production,  treatment of waste water, curated landscaping with indigenous plants and the application of  tropical architectural principles. He has personally supported the establishment of workshops, factories and artisanal communities in many Countries whose products he helps design and then uses to create a unique style. He has created countless jobs for local people through immersive  energy and dedication .

Lane Pettigrew is a visionary architect whose work embodies innovation and creativity. His commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional design through respect and context and his dedication to new technologies in the creation of his current work have earned him a well-deserved reputation as a leader in the field of architecture. As we continue to face the challenges of climate change and urbanization, architects like Pettigrew will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our built environment. He has won countless international  awards in recognition of his unique creations.

For the last 10 years, Lane has focused on the  Western Caribbean, particularly the coastal areas of Central America. " I was fortunate to work with the best sites in the Eastern Caribbean, during my early career” he comments, “and I asked myself a question: What’s the next challenge? Where can I create some new destinations that would help the local economy and people? Where is that next spot? "  The Western Caribbean, particularly the coastal areas of Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Belize became his focus. LPA have now completed large developments such as Brisas Juan Gavotte and La Mar in Guatemala, the Kimpton Grand Roatan in Honduras and will be completing  many more tropical projects in the next 5 years. The LPA main office is based in Guatemala City, with associated offices in Honduras and St. Lucia.