Cousins Reports Results for Second Quarter of 2011

ATLANTA, GA --  Cousins Properties Incorporated (NYSE:CUZ) today reported its results of operations for the quarter ended June 30, 2011.

“This was another solid quarter with continued leasing momentum,” said Larry Gellerstedt (top right photo), CEO of Cousins. “We’re seeing an overall increase in investment opportunities and are particularly excited about our Emory Point mixed-use development.”

Highlights:

• Funds From Operations (FFO) of $0.11 per share.
• Commenced Emory Point mixed-use project.
• Leased 424,000 square feet of office and retail space.

For a complete copy of the company’s news release and financials, please contact:

Gregg D. Adzema, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

404-407-1116, greggadzema@cousinsproperties.com

or

Cameron Golden, Director of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications

404-407-1984, camerongolden@cousinsproperties.com