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  • JWDA Architects | Project News and Updates

    A snapshot selection of portfolio projects by San Diego, CA-based JWDA Architects. The Lindley Simone Little Italy 525 Olive North City Campus Continuing Education Building 800 Broadway Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas Alexan ALX North Embarcadero Visionary Plan Weingart Tower Father Joe's Villages: 15th & Commercial Ancora Apartments Columba Affordable Family Housing Andia ALX Camellia Broadstone Makers Quarter Atmosphere Affordable Housing Belmont Village Senior Living Broadstone North Park Chengdu Luhu Headquarters Park Diega Framework Harrington Heights Affordable Housing Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center Hotel Indigo

  • Harrington Heights Affordable Housing

    under constructionSan Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 15 stories 273 units Nearly 100% affordable housing Nearly 50% permanent supportive housing Resident support services provided by Alpha Project COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Parisi Portfolio Landscape Architect: Schmidt Design Group Civil Engineer: Nasland Engineering Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers M/E/P Engineer: Robison Engineers General Contractor: Level 10 Construction PRESS Affordable Housing Development Harrington Heights Opens in East Village - ABC News New Affordable Housing in East Village with Opening of 15-story Harrington Heights - Times of San Diego New Affordable Housing in San Diego - Rock 105.3 Harrington Heights Grand Opening in East Village - Fox News AWARDS Harrington Heights Affordable Housing is a 15-story, 273-unit residential tower located San Diego’s East Village. Designed as a vital resource for low-income and vulnerable residents, the development provides safe, dignified housing for hundreds of individuals and families, including those previously experiencing homelessness. Of the 273 apartments, 270 are designated affordable and three are reserved for on-site managers. Within the income-restricted units, 65 are set aside for individuals who are literally or chronically homeless, 10 for homeless veterans, and 40 for residents with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Resident amenities include outdoor gathering spaces, community and multipurpose rooms, shared laundry facilities, and a spacious lobby and leasing center. The ground floor features nearly 10,000 square feet of commercial and office space, creating opportunities for neighborhood activation and supportive programming. On-site supportive services, operated by the Alpha Project for the Homeless, include instructor-led education and skill-building classes focused on computer literacy, job counseling, financial literacy, and health and wellness. Additional services include a food pantry and social activities that encourage resident involvement, reduce isolation, and foster a strong sense of community. Harrington Heights reflects a community-focused approach to urban housing—combining affordability, accessibility, and supportive services to serve San Diego’s most at-risk populations. STATUS under construction SIZE 202,837 SF CLIENT Chelsea Investment Corporation SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Harrington Heights Affordable Housing San Diego, CA

  • JWDA Architects | Awards & Recognition

    A selection of JWDA Architects’ accolades, awards, industry recognitions, and commendations from professional organizations and publications. Palisade at Westfield UTC | La Jolla, CA Profile People Past & Future Awards & Recognition News AWARDS & RECOGNITION ACCOLADES Year Organization Award Project 2025 Building Design & Construction Giants 400 2025 Giants 400: Top 200 Multifamily Architecture Firms 2025 Building Design & Construction Giants 400 2025 Giants 400: Top 180 Architecture Firms 2025 BIA Icon Awards Best Architectural Design of a Multi-Family Community For Rent, Urban The Lindley 2024 American Concrete Institute So. CA (ACISCC) Concrete Project of the Year (High Rise) Weingart Tower 2024 So CA Assoc. of Non Profit Housing (SCANPH) Multi-Family, Supportive Housing Weingart Tower 2024 Los Angeles Business Journal Housing: Multifamily – Affordable Architecture Award Weingart Tower 2024 BIA Icon Awards Multifamily Community of the Year Simone Little Italy 2024 BIA Icon Awards Best Architectural Design Multifamily (for Rent) Simone Little Italy 2024 BIA Icon Awards Best Community Amenity Feature Simone Little Italy 2024 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Multifamily Community of the Year Simone Little Italy 2024 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best Multi-Family Housing Community - 200 DU/Acre or more Simone Little Italy 2024 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best Interior Design of a Multi-Family Community - Common Areas/Spaces Simone Little Italy 2024 San Diego Business Journal Leader of Influence in Architecture & Design: Matthew Geaman 2024 American Concrete Institute (ACI) Best Residential Building Award Simone Little Italy 2024 U.S. Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) Architecture Honor Award The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 2024 AIA San Diego Legacy Award The Neurosciences Institute 2023 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Award of Merit Framework 2023 UC Berkeley School of Environmental Design Distinguished Alumni Award, Joseph O. Wong, FAIA 2023 INT Interior Design Awards INT Interior Design Award 525 Olive 2022 San Diego Business Journal Best Multifamily Project 525 Olive 2022 San Diego Business Journal Best Affordable Housing Project St. Teresa of Calcutta Village 2022 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Award of Merit, Best Multifamily Housing Community Diega 2022 Travel & Leisure Magazine Best New Hotels in the World Alila Marea Resort Encinitas 2022 Hospitality Design Magazine The 30 Best Hotel Openings of 2021 Alila Marea Resort Encinitas 2022 San Diego Business Journal Most Influential San Diegans: Joseph O. Wong 2022 Architizer Best of La Cantina; Best Commercial Project Alila Marea Resort Encinitas 2021 LIV Hospitality Design Awards Winner Architectural Design Hotel – Midscale & Lifestyle Monsaraz Hotel Point Loma 2021 Interior Design Magazine Best Resort of 2021 Alila Marea Resort Encinitas 2021 San Diego Business Journal CRE Awards Best Hospitality Project of the Year Alila Marea Resort Encinitas 2021 San Diego Business Journal CRE Awards Project of the Year Finalist The Monsaraz San Diego 2021 San Diego Business Journal CRE Awards Best Mixed Use Project of the Year Diega 2021 Travel & Leisure Magazine Best Beach Resorts of 2021 Alila Marea Resort Encinitas 2020 San Diego Architectural Foundation Orchid for Interior Design Broadstone Maker's Quarter 2020 Structural Engineers Association Award of Merit in New Construction The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 2020 San Diego Business Journal Best Residential Project Palisade at Westfield UTC 2019 ENR California California's Best Projects: Cultural/Worship The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 2019 San Diego Architectural Foundation Orchids & Onions People's Choice Orchid The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 2019 Multi-Housing News Gold Award: Best New Mid-Rise Development & Design Broadstone North Park 2019 San Diego Business Journal Outstanding Architectural Designs of 2019 Broadstone Maker's Quarter 2019 Interior Design Magazine Best in Design: Residential Development Broadstone North Park 2018 Engineering News Record (ENR) Merit Award Atmosphere 2018 Credaward Project Award Chengdu Luhu Headquarters Park 2018 MIPIM Asia Best Office and Business Development Bronze Chengdu Luhu Headquarters Park 2018 San Diego Gas & Electric Excellence in Energy Leadership Award Atmosphere 2018 San Diego Housing Federation Ruby Award | Project of the Year Atmosphere 2017 Our City San Diego Development of the Year Atmosphere 2017 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best International Commercial Development Chengdu Luhu Headquarters Park 2016 ASLA San Diego Merit Award North Embarcadero Visionary Plan 2016 Our City San Diego Development of the Year Alpha Square 2015 AIA San Diego Honor Award - Urban Design North Embarcadero Visionary Plan 2015 San Diego Architectural Foundation Orchid for Urban Design North Embarcadero Visionary Plan 2015 CMAA San Diego Honor Award North Embarcadero Visionary Plan 2015 AIA San Diego Divine Detail Award North Embarcadero Visionary Plan 2015 ASCE San Diego Outstanding Project: Urban or Land Development Category North Embarcadero Visionary Plan 2015 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Grand Award, International Residential Unbuilt) Garden of Eden Beijing 2015 Union of Pan Asian Communities (UPAC) Leadership Award Joseph Wong, FAIA 2014 AIA San Diego Merit Award Hyatt Regency Chongming Hotel 2014 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best International Commercial and Special-Use Project Hyatt Regency Chongming Hotel 2013 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Grand Award - Best International Residential Project Bund House Shanghai 2012 AIA San Diego Merit Award 15th & Commercial 2012 Design-Build Institute of America Honor Award Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQ) at Camp Pendleton 2012 American Public Works Association (APWA) Project of the Year Bachelor Enlisted Quarters (BEQ) at Camp Pendleton 2012 Builder Magazine Merit Award for Affordable or Workforce Housing 15th & Commercial 2012 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best Campus Housing Finn Hall Campus Housing 2010 International Parking Institute Award of Merit Ronald McDonald House& Rady Children's Hospital 2010 Travel & Leisure Magazine Best Resorts of 2010 L'Auberge Del Mar 2010 American Institute of Architects Design Award Hotel Indigo 2010 Illumination Engineer Society Award of Merit Hotel Indigo 2010 San Diego Housing Federation Inclusionary Housing Award Father Joe's Villages 16th & Market 2009 Contract Design Magazine Inspiration Award Father Joe's Villages 16th & Market 2009 California Construction Magazine Overall Top Project in Southern CA Ronald McDonald House 2009 AIA San Diego Honor Award Jarden de Jade Restaurant Shanghai 2009 Shanghai Magazine Best Awards Best Residential Development Project Bund House Shanghai 2009 California Construction Magazine Overall Top Project Ronald McDonald House 2009 Design-Build Institute National Design-Build Institute Award Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel 2008 AIA San Diego Award of Merit (Unbuilt Category) 15th & Commercial 2007 San Marcos Redevelopment Agency Educational Design Award San Diego North County Regional Education Center 2003 AIA San Diego Design Award Shanghai ICBC Data Center 2002 AIA San Diego Honor Award: Best Interior Design Shanghai Century Financial Center 2001 AIASD / Orchids & Onions Orchid Award Port of San Diego Quiet Home Design Program 2001 AIA San Diego Honor Award Industrial & Commercial Bank of China 2001 Design-Build Institute National Excellence Award San Diego Convention Center Pavilion Enhancement 2001 American Concrete Institute Project of the Year San Diego International Airport 2000 McGraw-Hill California Construction Award Best of California Award San Diego Convention Center Sails Pavilion 2000 City of Shanghai Best Historical Preservation Industrial & Commercial Bank of China 2000 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best Redevelopment Project SDSU Piedra del Sol Student Housing 2000 PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Best Apartment Project SDSU Piedra del Sol Student Housing 2000 National Housing Administration National Best Residential Design JinLin TianXia Residential Community Shanghai 2000 National Housing Administration National Best Residential Design Wu Zhuang Residential Community Hangzhon 1999 City of Shanhai Public Works Best Project Award for Architecture Shanghai International Tennis Center 1997 AIA San Diego Citation Award Chinese Historical Museum 1997 San Our Heritage Organization (SOHO) Historical Preservation Award Chinese Historical Museum 1997 American Institute of Architects National Honor Award The Neurosciences Institute 1997 NYACE Engineering Excellence Platinum Award The Neurosciences Institute 1996 Time Magazine Best of Design The Neurosciences Institute 1996 San Diego Architectural Foundation Grand Orchid The Neurosciences Institute 1996 Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute Design Award The Neurosciences Institute 1996 AIA San Diego Honor Award The Neurosciences Institute 1996 San Diego Gas & Electric Energy Efficiency Integration Award The Neurosciences Institute 1996 ASLA Design Honor Award The Neurosciences Institute 1996 AIASD / Orchids & Onions Orchid Award Chinese Historical Museum 1995 City of San Diego Earl Hayden Award Public Project of the Year Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor's Center 1994 City of San Diego Mayor and City Council Joseph Wong Day 1992 California Legislature Assembly Certificate of Recognition West Covina Office Building 1991 City of Alhambra, CA Beautification Award Far East Corporate Office Building 1991 San Diego Housing Commission Shelter Award for Housing Design Grand Avenue Public Housing Project 1989 City of Chula Vista Beautification Award Rollerskateland 1987 City of Chula Vista Beautification Award Beacon Cove Residential Apartments 1986 AIA California Council (AIACC) Merit Award Prospect Point 1983 AIA San Diego Merit Award Prospect Point 1983 AIA San Diego Citation Award Lindo Lake Town Hall 1982 American Planning Association (APA) California APA California Award Oceanside Strand Restoration Master Plan 1981 American Planning Association (APA) San Diego APA San Diego Award Oceanside Strand Restoration Master Plan 1981 AIA San Diego Design Award for Planning Design Oceanside Strand Restoration Master Plan

  • JWDA Architects | Award-winning San Diego Architects

    JWDA Architects is San Diego-based collaborative of architects, designers, and urban planners creating contemporary projects that enhance social value and contribute to a sustainable future. since 1977 Impactful design. Inspired solutions. Simone Little Italy | San Diego, CA JWDA Architects is a uniquely boutique studio for architecture and urban design. Established in San Diego, California in 1977, we are committed to delivering projects and services that promote well-being and enhance the human experience. JWDA has produced award-winning structures throughout Southern California and major cities in Asia with a reputation for sustainable and impactful architecture, design, and planning services, tailored coordination, and seamlessly delivered projects. North City Campus Continuing Education Building | San Diego, CA Project Spotlight The Lindley LOCATION San Diego, CA YEAR COMPLETED 2024 MARKET Mixed-Use, Hospitality, and Multifamily Residential Anchoring the edge of San Diego's Downtown and Little Italy neighborhoods, The Lindley brings a new level of vitality to a previously underutilized surface parking lot. Rising 37 stories and totaling 800,000 SF, the LEED® Gold-certified tower blends housing, hospitality, and retail in one of the city’s tallest recent community developments. Recognized as Best Architectural Design of a Multifamily Community (for Rent) at the 2025 BIA Icon Awards , the Lindley's design pays homage to Little Italy's Italian fishing community heritage through elements that evoke strength, warmth, and elegance, while creating a sleek and inviting, climate-responsive structure and streetscape. Residents enjoy unit options from studios to three-bedrooms, each equipped with its own private balcony, and a range of shared spaces designed for connection, including co-working areas, club rooms, and landscaped outdoor terraces. A podium with street-level retail, underground parking, and a 17,000 SF amenity deck with a pool and lounge, and notably, 60 dedicated hotel rooms, reinforces the project’s role as a community hub. The Lindley creates a vibrant, sustainable environment where hospitality and neighborhood life meet. Visit The Lindley project page

  • 6th & Palm

    under constructionSan Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 20 stories directly adjacent to historic Balboa Park 1.3 acres | 442,000 square feet 214 studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments and townhomes Incorporation of the historic, 5,200 SF Hazard House COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Jules Wilson Design Studio Landscape Architect: EPT Design Civil Engineer: Kettler Leweck Engineering Structural Engineer: Kor Structural Electrical Engineer: Salas O'Brien M/P Engineer: McParlane & Associates General Contractor: Greystar Construction PRESS Bankers Hill Adding Luxury Apartment Tower - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Occupying a full city block along 6th Avenue overlooking San Diego’s historic Balboa Park, 6th & Palm is a 442,000 SF, 214-unit luxury residential tower that pairs contemporary architecture with historic preservation, pedestrian activation, and thoughtful neighborhood integration. Rising 20 stories above the Banker's Hill neighborhood, the tower’s exterior color palette of sea-inspired glass, champagne bronze mullions, and light-hued tile present a warm and contemporary counterpoint to the surrounding historic and mid-century context, and a fresh and complementary standout to other new residential developments in the area. At ground level, 6th & Palm creates a welcoming streetscape where interior amenity spaces, including the lobby, lounge, co-working areas, and fitness center, connect directly to the sidewalk through large expanses of glazing. The development provides enhanced landscaping, a free-standing retail pavilion, a second retail space, and five two-story live/work units with front entry porches along 5th Avenue, adding to the neighborhood’s vibrant and growing mixed-use energy. A meticulously preserved 1911 Italian Renaissance Revival residence is incorporated into an entry court off 6th Avenue. Designed to provide an elevated and exclusive sense of arrival, the structure offers supplemental amenity spaces for co-working, conferences, and celebrations, while serving as a meaningful historic reference point for the neighborhood. Residential units, walled with floor to ceiling aluminum and glass, provide sweeping views of Balboa Park to the east, the downtown San Diego skyline to the south, and San Diego Bay with the Pacific Ocean beyond to the west. The building is crowned with a spectacular rooftop amenity deck spanning the entire south side of the upper level, providing unparalleled panoramic vistas and a range of amenities including a plunge pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and dining areas, and a variety of lounges. Scheduled for a 2028 completion, 6th & Palm is a community-first development where history, design, and urban living converge. STATUS under construction SIZE 442,089 GSF CLIENT Greystar SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record 6th & Palm San Diego, CA

  • Eduardo Franco

    Associate Eduardo Franco Associate with JWDA since 2015 Education: - B. Arch., NewSchool of Architecture & Design - AS Architecture/Architectural Drafting, Bakersfield College BACK TO TEAM

  • Michael Tria

    Senior Associate Michael Tria Senior Associate with JWDA since 1998 Education: - B. Arch., Santo Tomas University BACK TO TEAM

  • ALX Camellia

    under constructionSan Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 531 market-rate and affordable units Detached, 676-stall above-grade parking structure COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Parisa O’Connell Interior Design Landscape Architect: EPTDesign Civil Engineer: Fuscoe Engineering Structural Engineer: VCA Structural Electrical Engineer: Candela Engineering Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer: FARD Engineers General Contractor: Trammell Crow Company PRESS San Diego announces plans for new housing, roads and parking in Convoy Asian Cultural District - KPBS New Vision for Convoy – Mayor, Local Leaders Celebrate New Housing, Signage in District - Times of San Diego AWARDS ALX Camellia is a new 531-unit apartment and mixed-use development located in the Convoy Asian Cultural District (CACD) of San Diego, CA’s Kearny Mesa neighborhood. Providing market-rate and affordable housing, the project will transform the CACD — among the largest Pan-Asian business districts in the U.S. — by bringing much-needed housing and commercial uses to the locality. The overall master plan of Camellia’s 5-acre site resembles a campus community; with five and six-story apartment buildings, a detached 676-stall above-grade parking structure, recreational spaces with resort-style pools, built-in BBQ stations, fire pits, dining furniture, and lounge seating areas, all complemented and easily accessed by multiple walking paths and gardens. Interior amenities include numerous private offices, conference rooms, a work lounge, garden lounge, karaoke/theater room, clubroom, fitness rooms, and sky lounge connected to an outdoor roof terrace with picturesque views of the primary pool area and spa below. STATUS under construction SIZE 700,708 SF CLIENT Trammell Crow Residential SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record ALX Camellia San Diego, CA

  • Rue Ferrari Expansion

    under constructionSan Jose, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS Upon completion, Rue Ferrari becomes the largest tiny home community in San Jose, CA's Interim Housing Communities program. COLLABORATORS Landscape Architect: GreenDesign Landscape Architects Civil Engineer: Kier+Wright Structural Engineer: Kier+Wright Mechanical / Plumbing Engineer: ACIES Engineering Electrical Engineer: ACIES Engineering General Contractor: Level 10 Construction Modular Building Partner: California Modular PRESS San Jose invests $30M to double capacity at tiny home site for the homeless - Mercury News San Jose breaks ground on $30M expansion of Rue Ferrari tiny home site - SiliconValley.com San Jose tiny home site to double beds for homeless - San Jose Spotlight AWARDS As one of eight emergency interim housing sites in San José, CA, Rue Ferrari plays a key role in the City’s long-term strategy to address homelessness. When complete, the expanded 255,352 SF development will include 108 newly designed sleeping units housed in factory-built modular buildings—adding 144 beds for a total of 252—making it the largest tiny home community in the city. The Rue Ferrari Expansion welcomes residents and fosters a sense of pride and place, while providing a safe, stable environment where they can rebuild their lives and work toward independant living. Program participants have access to a range of supportive services to help them obtain and sustain permanent housing, including job placement assistance, behavioral health services, life skills training, and housing application support. Most residents stay in city-provided interim housing for several months before transitioning to permanent homes. The new 12’ x 60’ modular residential buildings contain 60 single-occupancy units, 36 double-occupancy units, and 12 accessible units. Each resident has a private space with bed(s), bathroom, desk, and chair. A new central Community Building offers on-site social services and shared amenities including a kitchen, pantry, and laundry facilities. The pet-friendly campus also features a dog park, raised community garden beds, outdoor picnic areas with seating, security offices, caretaker units, additional storage, and expanded parking. An uplifting palette of Sage Green, Tahoe Blue, and Sand Gold for the residential units, and Tile Red for the community buildings, creates a welcoming and visually coherent environment. These hues convey harmony, eco-consciousness, and a hopeful path forward, while subtle color-coding helps residents—especially newcomers—navigate the neighborhood with ease. Through thoughtful design, meticulous programming, and the use of sustainable, eco-friendly materials and construction methods, the Rue Ferrari Expansion advances the City of San José’s mission to provide healthy spaces and opportunities for residents to stabilize their lives and work toward self-sufficiency. STATUS under construction SIZE 5.86 acres CLIENT The City of San Jose, CA SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Rue Ferrari Expansion San Jose, CA

  • Bund House Shanghai

    completed 2013Shanghai, China BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 24-stories two, 311,000 SF towers COLLABORATORS PRESS AWARDS 2013 Grand Award, Best International Project - PCBC Gold Nugget Awards 2009 Inspiration Award - Contract Design Magazine 2009 Shanghai Best Residential Development Project Award This luxury residential complex is located next to the historic Bund District and faces the Central Business District of Pudong. Considerable attention was given to create elegant design with quality materials and details throughout the development, contributing to an iconic form of architecture that defines contemporary Shanghai. Phase I consists of two out of the six residential towers in the complex. STATUS completed 2013 SIZE 1,813,525 SF CLIENT Greentown China Holdings Limited SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Bund House Shanghai Shanghai, China

  • Sophia Del Mar English

    Associate Sophia Del Mar English, Assoc. NOMA Associate with JWDA since 2016 Education: - M. Arch., New School of Architecture and Design - B.S in Zoology, University of California Santa Barbara BACK TO TEAM

  • Palisade at Westfield UTC

    completed 2019La Jolla, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 23 stories 300 units Five levels of secured parking COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Susan Marinello Interiors Landscape Architect: Urban Arena Civil: Stantec Structural: Glotman Simpson U.S. Inc. M/E/P: Donald F. Dickerson Associates GC: Suffolk Construction PRESS Palisade at UTC Rolls Out Red Carpet Amenities - San Diego Business Journal One of San Diego’s most expensive apartment complexes opens - San Diego Union-Tribune Palisades at Westfield UTC - Metal Architecture AWARDS Best Residential Project - San Diego Business Journal This 23-story, 300-unit residence is a landmark development marking the integration of luxury residential living within Westfield UTC, a premier retail and entertainment complex in La Jolla, CA. Constructed of cast-in-place concrete, the structure boasts a sleek, transparent exterior with floor-to-ceiling glazing to maximize ocean views. The building sits atop a four-story podium with an expansive 26,000 SF amenity deck featuring a lushly landscaped resort-style pool deck with cabanas, resident lounge, outdoor kitchen with fireplaces, coworking cafe, private dining and event spaces, bike storage, and a pet run.Interior common areas include a state-of-the-art fitness center, library, private workstations, 24-hour concierge, sky lounge, and a sports lounge. Providing five levels of secured parking, the Palisade is located minutes from La Jolla, Torrey Pines, and Del Mar and providing convenient freeway access and a short walk to the new UTC Transit Center, enhancing connectivity through the Mid-Coast Trolley Blue Line extension. STATUS completed 2019 SIZE 566,196 SF CLIENT Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Palisade at Westfield UTC La Jolla, CA

  • JWDA Architects | Firm Profile

    Learn more about JWDA Architects and the people, projects, history, news, approach, accolades, and awards that continue to solidify our reputation for expertise and excellence in the industry. Mesa College Social & Behavioral Sciences Building | San Diego, CA Profile People Past & Future Awards & Recognition News North City Campus Continuing Education Building | San Diego, CA OUR CULTURE THIS IS US Deep Blue Residential | Hangzhou, China WHO WE ARE We are a focused team of architects, designers, and planners dedicated to creating projects that enhance social value and contribute to a sustainable future. Through collaboration and creativity, we develop innovative solutions that address today’s challenges and promote a more inclusive and resilient world. It is our ongoing aim to infuse commercial viability, iconic presence, urban integration, and cultural resonance into every project. Our design solutions embody thoughtful yet unexpected ideas, balancing development goals, functional needs, urban heritage, and aesthetic expression. OUR TEAM Integrating decades of seasoned insights with the fresh perspectives of emerging talent fosters a dynamic environment where senior and junior staff learn from one another. This commitment to continuous growth and collaboration advances our ongoing evolution as a team and strengthens our overall proficiency in every stage of the project creation process. Establishing strong ties both internally and externally—with colleagues, clients, and industry partners—is central to our culture. By fostering these connections, we reinforce our foundation and distinguish ourselves in the architectural world. OUR APPROACH We approach each project with a pragmatic mindset, prioritizing our clients' financial success as a key measure of achievement. Beyond aesthetic design, we address the full spectrum of project challenges, including financing, scheduling, and beyond. Our commitment extends to helping developers navigate these hurdles by exploring creative solutions that propel their projects forward. By understanding the broader context and intricacies of each endeavor, we're able to collaborate closely with our clients to overcome obstacles and ensure their visions are realized efficiently and effectively.

  • Broadstone Makers Quarter

    completed 2018San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 7 stories 265 units averaging 738 SF each 94 Walk score / 80 Transit 60,000 SF of creative office space COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Basile Studio Landscape Architect: Neri Landscape Civil Engineer: BWE Structural Engineer: Edmond G. Babayan & Assoc. Mechanical Engineer: Walsh Engineers Electrical Engineer: OMB Electrical Plumbing Engineer: Ampam Parks Mechanical General Contractor: Alliance Residential PRESS In the apartment amenity arms race, service and technology win out - Curbed Orchid for Interior Design - San Diego Architectural Foundation Orchids & Onions 2020 Outstanding Architectural Design - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Orchid for Interior Design - San Diego Architectural Foundation Orchids & Onions 2020 Outstanding Architectural Design - San Diego Business Journal Broadstone Makers Quarter is a mixed-use apartment community in downtown San Diego’s East Village. As part of the developing I.D.E.A. (Innovation/Design/Education/Arts) District, the project aligns seamlessly with the vision of a hub for local entrepreneurs, artists, students, and residents by providing retail and office spaces and high-density housing. Designed to be a central neighborhood gathering place, the 395,746 SF project contains 265 studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, with multi-level penthouse residences and townhomes, ground floor retail and parking, and a multitude of work and recreational spaces designed to accommodate the many offered services intended to foster a sense of growing and learning. Exterior textured concrete finishes, structured glazing, and metal claddings of iron, steel, and aluminum are complemented by the clean and contemporary industrial vibe of its interior. The S-shaped design of the 7-story structure forms two central courtyards and indoor/outdoor amenity areas including including a zero-edge pool, fitness lounge, yoga/cycling studio, bike repair shop, DIY room, mobile tech and worktables, gardens, grills, workspaces, and more. BMQ’s exterior wall assembly alleviates noise pollution with high Sound Transmission Class (STC) ratings. Stormwater runoff and drainage are addressed with a combination of bio-filtration planters and modular wetlands, and 80% of the rooftop is equipped with photovoltaic panels to support the energy needs of the building. Expansive streetscapes along its intersection encourage pedestrian and bicycle uses. Makers Quarter’s ideal location offers a neighborhood feel and culture of community, central to the trendiest neighborhoods, best attractions, and most convenient transit. Moments from Interstates 163, 5, and 94, as well as the Metropolitan Transit System’s (MTS) Rapid bus line, commuter rail lines, and Trolley systems. STATUS completed 2018 SIZE 395,000 SF CLIENT Alliance Realty Partners, LLC SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Broadstone Makers Quarter San Diego, CA

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