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completed 2018San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 4/19 stories 313 units ranging from 459-2,228 SF Three levels of below-grade parking COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Parisa O'Connell Interior Design Landscape Architect: LandLAB Environmental Design Civil Engineer: Nasland Engineering Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers Electrical Engineer: Michael Wall Engineering Mechanical Engineer: McParlane & Associates Plumbing Engineer: Dufoe Consulting Group General Contractor: Swinerton Builders PRESS AWARDS Alexan ALX Residential Tower is a mixed-use residence located in the heart of Downtown San Diego, CA’s East Village neighborhood. Comprised of a 19-story cast-in-place concrete tower and a four-story wood framed low-rise over a single level concrete podium, the 313-unit project provides a variety of unit types from 459 SF studios to 2,228 SF two-bedroom penthouses, with three levels of below-grade parking. Alexan’s contemporary design features loft-style architecture, floor-to-ceiling height windows, plush units equipped with gourmet kitchens, private balconies, walk-in closets, and spa-like baths. Approximately 7,500 SF of ground floor common area is dedicated to street interaction with the community. Resident amenities include a clubhouse, with pool and spa facilities, and exterior courtyard. STATUS completed 2018 SIZE 463,161 SF CLIENT Trammell Crow Residential SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Alexan ALX San Diego, CA

completed 2021San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 41 stories Two towers 617 units COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Jules Wilson Design Studio Landscape Architect: Connect Landscape Architecture Electrical Engineer: Nemetz & Associates, LTD Mechanical/Plumbing Engineer: Reinbold Engineering Structural Engineer: Glotman Simpson Civil Engineer: Kettler Leweck Engineering General Contractor: BOSA PRESS Best Mixed-Use Project - San Diego Business Journal Downtown Apartment Project Features a Metal Forest - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Best Mixed-Use Project - 2021 Commercial Real Estate Awards , SD Business Journal Award of Merit, Best Multifamily Housing Community - PCBC 2022 Gold Nugget Awards Rising 41 stories from a residential/retail podium with two towers and a colorful glass façade, Diega is a mixed-use, high-rise residential community in downtown San Diego, CA, and at the time of completion San Diego’s largest-ever residential project at approximately 1,082,000 SF and 617 studios, one, and two-bedroom apartments. A striking addition to the downtown skyline, Diega's modern apartments feature spacious interiors, panoramic views, and amenities including ground level retail and commercial spaces, a fitness center, and a 25,000 SF sky terrace with pool, spa and outdoor leisure space — all in a central and highly walkable downtown San Diego location. STATUS completed 2021 SIZE 1,082,000 SF CLIENT Bosa Development SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Diega San Diego, CA

completed 2025San 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 Project of the Year / New Construction / 90+Units - San Diego Housing Federation Ruby Awards Harrington Heights Affordable Housing is a 15-story, 273-unit residential tower located in downtown 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 completed 2025 SIZE 202,837 SF CLIENT Chelsea Investment Corporation SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Harrington Heights Affordable Housing San Diego, CA

completed 2022La Jolla, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 17 stories 53 independent living units | 105 assisted living units Owned by Belmont Village Senior Living Operated by the UC San Diego Center for Healthy Aging in partnership with the Stein Institute for Research on aging COLLABORATORS Interiors: Belmont Village Senior Living Landscape Architect: Urban Arena Civil Engineer: Kettler Leweck Engineering Structural Engineer: Kor Structural M/E/P Engineer: Randall Lamb General Contractor: Suffolk Construction PRESS Next Level Senior Living - San Diego Union-Tribune Luxury Apartment Tower for Seniors Opens in UTC - San Diego Business Journal Recently opened 17-story, luxury Belmont Village La Jolla community touts next-level living - San Diego Union Tribune UC San Diego and Belmont Village Senior Living Partner on the First-of-Its-Kind Living Lab - UC San Diego Center for Healthy Aging AWARDS Belmont Village La Jolla offers independent living, assisted living, memory care facilities, and high-end services to seniors such as Belmont’s award-winning Circle of Friends program. The 17-story, 180-key apartment tower is clad in varying shades of tan pre-cast concrete panel, giving a unique and structured appearance to the building form. The double-height residential lobby is finished with bronze metal storefront and porcelain tile, with the tile arranged in a stacked pattern to accentuate the geometric language between base and tower. Rounded balconies serving the upper-level amenities are placed central to the main façade to complement and soften the tower form and give prominence to public indoor/outdoor spaces. The 247,830 SF project is the first of its kind to include a research lab operated by the University of California San Diego Center for Healthy Aging in partnership with the Stein Institute for Research on aging. This unique partnership will serve to forward research on aging, in particular, wellness and longevity in older years. STATUS completed 2022 SIZE 247,830 SF CLIENT Greystar SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla, CA

completed 2016San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS See the Lane Field Video Story here . Dual-branded, 400-key Marriott hotel 253 SpringHill select service hotel rooms 147 Residence Inn extended stay rooms 365 protected parking spaces within podium COLLABORATORS PRESS AWARDS Lane Field North is comprised of a dual-branded Marriott hotel, leased retail areas for shops and restaurants, and above-grade structured parking. The project consists of a 253-key SpringHill Suites select service hotel and a 147-key Residence Inn extended stay hotel. The dual-branded hotel shares a common lobby, check-in concierge, and elevator bank. Shared function and amenity spaces occur at the top of the podium and include approximately 6,000 SF of meeting space, a dining facility, fitness center, and outdoor pool. The 11-story guest room tower rises above this amenity level. 365 parking spaces are located within the podium. STATUS completed 2016 SIZE 449,321 SF CLIENT Lankford & Associates in partnership with Hensel Phelps & Portman Holdings SERVICES | ROLE Associate Architect in association with John Portman & Associates Lane Field North San Diego, CA

completed 2017San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS LEED® Silver certified 12 stories 205 residential units COLLABORATORS Interior Design: JWDA, Inc. Landscape Architect: Garbini and Garbini Civil Engineer: Latitude 33 Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers M/E/P Engineer: Emerald City Engineers Design/Build Contractor: Suffolk Roel Construction PRESS AWARDS Merit Award - Engineering News Record Excellence in Energy Leadership Award - San Diego Gas & Electric Ruby Award | Project of the Year - San Diego Housing Federation Award of Merit - Gold Nugget Development of the Year - Our City San Diego Atmosphere Affordable Housing is a 31,000 SF, 12-story, 100% affordable apartment complex providing safe and supportive housing for a diverse downtown San Diego, CA population including homeless individuals, qualifying families, and young adults transitioning out of the foster care system. LEED® Silver Certified, the project contains 205 residential units, each with a private balcony. Common spaces include a community meeting room, computer room and several multi-purpose rooms. Outdoor passive recreational spaces are located at ground floor and 7th level, with a community garden on the 8th. Subterranean parking is included for a total of 186 vehicles, including six accessible stalls. STATUS completed 2017 SIZE 195,000 SF CLIENT Wakeland Housing and Development Corporation SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Interior Designer Atmosphere Affordable Housing San Diego, CA

completed 2017Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Shanghai JWDA Architects Co., Ltd. Landscape Architect: Famous Garden, USA PRESS AWARDS Best Office and Business Development - MIPIM Asia Credaward - Credaward.com Best International Commercial Development Project - PCBC Gold Nugget Awards Located at the core of the southern Chengdu suburb called the Luhu Eco-City, this site was originally farmland; but after undergoing substantial site work and irrigation the land was transformed into a finger lake dotted with small islands, all of which are connected via bridges and boats. One of the unique features of this site is that this eco-city is a wetland for migrating birds. The dynamic characteristic of the bird and its wings can be seen reflected in the ‘soaring’ aspirations as that of the client- Langjiu Group. The headquarters design incorporates the special qualities of the bird in its design. The Headquarters program includes an exhibition hall, restaurant, VIP chambers, chess and card chambers, wine and cigar bar, reading bar, swimming pool and boutiques. STATUS completed 2017 SIZE 410,000 SF CLIENT Chengdu Widehorizon Real Estate SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Interior Architect Chengdu Luhu Headquarters Park Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China

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

completed 2021San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 50,000 SF 92 guest rooms Subterranean carlift parking COLLABORATORS Interior Design: KNA Design Landscape Architect: Wimmer Yamada Caughey Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers M/E/P Engineer: Robison Engineering General Contractor: R&R Construction PRESS Boutique Hotel Wins Int’l Design Award - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Architectural Design Winner: Midscale Lifestyle Hotel - LIV Hospitality Design Awards The Monsaraz, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is a boutique hotel in San Diego, CA’s Point Loma Coastal District. Designed in homage to the local coastal culture and inspired by the Portuguese town of Monsaraz, the project’s design merges with the historic fishing community to provide visitors an authentically local and hospitable stay, and residents a sense place and pride. Sited adjacent to America’s Cup Harbor and steps from Fisherman’s Wharf, the design of the three-story, 50,000 SF, 92-key Monsaraz is a contemporary tip of the hat to the history-rich community. Upscale yet comfortable, the spaces feature finishes, color selections, and artwork inspired by the quintessential Portuguese fishing village including a modern take on Azulejo hand-painted ceramic tiles paired with patterned concrete tiles applied to the project’s exterior and interior. Guest amenities include a fitness room, sundry shop and sky terrace. Street level highlights include a double-height lobby with shared access to a full-service restaurant and bar that opens to a 4,000 SF courtyard. Parking is accommodated by car lift in a single level below-grade, optimizing the user experience and hotel operations while maximizing development of the site. STATUS completed 2021 SIZE 50,000 SF CLIENT Alliance Development Services and Lamming Company SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record The Monsaraz San Diego San Diego, CA

completed 2017Chula Vista, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS Five stories 257 space, two-level parking structure COLLABORATORS Landscape Architect: McCullough Landscape Architecture Civil Engineer: Hunsaker & Associates S/M/E/P Engineer: Gouvis Engineering Consulting Group General Contractor: Emmerson Construction, Inc. PRESS New Affordable Housing Complex Opens In Chula Vista - KPBS Affordable Housing- Duetta and Volta at Millenia - The Patch Keeping it Real (Affordable) - Q&A with Joseph Wong - San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles AWARDS Millenia Duetta and Volta Affordable Housing are part of a larger Millenia Master Plan Community in Chula Vista, CA’s Otay Ranch neighborhood providing 100% affordable apartment homes to low-income seniors and families. Volta is geared to active seniors, providing 87 1-and 2-bedroom units with 30,000 SF of outdoor and interior amenities including a a community clubhouse, business center, laundry facility, leasing lobby, and support areas, computer room, adult education classes, . Duetta offers 1-to-3-bedroom units to families and includes two playground areas, a picnic area with barbeque pits, community clubhouse, computer room, and after-school programs for children. Both communities enjoy access to a dedicated parking structure and surface parking. The Millenia Development is a visionary urban community within walking distance from Otay Ranch Town Center. Connected to restaurants, shopping, public parks and recreation areas, the project exudes Urbanism in light of its location, proximity to new and existing amenities, walkability, community development, streetscape design elements. and modern character. STATUS completed 2017 SIZE 182,035 SF CLIENT Chelsea Investment Corporation SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Millenia Duetta and Volta Affordable Housing Chula Vista, CA

under constructionSan Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS COLLABORATORS Interior Design: Gensler Landscape Architect: GroundLevel Landscape Architecture Civil Engineer: Kettler Leweck Engineering Structural Engineer: VCA Structural Electrical Engineer: Salas O'Brien Mechanical Engineer: LDI Engineering Plumbing Engineer: AMPAM General Contractor: Greystar PRESS Greystar Starts Work On San Diego Student Housing - Multifamily Housing News $130M SDSU Student Housing Project Under Construction - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Accolade Campanile is a six-story, 310 micro-unit, 605-bed Class A student housing community at San Diego State University. Located just across the southern gateway to the school’s main campus, it sits adjacent to existing on-campus housing within walking distance of neighborhood retail, restaurants, and grocer, and steps from the SDSU Library, Viejas Arena, and the SDSU light rail station, which connects to the Mission Valley Campus, Snapdragon Arena, and the greater San Diego region. Designed to meet the needs of SDSU’s growing student population, which reached 40,000 in 2025, Accolade Campanile integrates modern living units with generous study and collaboration spaces, and connection-fostering social amenities moments from campus. Features include a second-level amenity deck with a pool, spa, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and multiple gathering areas. Indoor/outdoor fitness facilities, clubhouses, recreation and game lounges including a speakeasy, indoor bicycle storage, and a dog spa support a full student-living experience. Each floor includes dedicated study spaces, and residences come fully furnished with private bedrooms. Accolade Campanile includes 4,200 square feet of campus-facing ground-floor retail, offering space for food & beverage, health & wellness, and other neighborhood-serving uses. The project includes 73 EV parking spaces powered in part by a 338kW solar array. STATUS under construction SIZE 311, 827 GSF CLIENT Greystar SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Accolade Campanile San Diego, CA

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

completed 2016La Jolla, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 17,000 sqft + 5,000 sqft Auditorium 2 Floors 11 Private Offices | 7 Shared Offices Touchdown study workstations Student lounge areas Classrooms Conference Spaces COLLABORATORS Interior Design: JWDA Architects with bkm Office Works Structural Engineer: TTG Engineers M/E/P Engineer: EXP General Contractor: Dempsey Construction PRESS AWARDS Formerly the UC San Diego School of International Relations and Pacific Studies (IR/PS), the school re-branded itself on a large scale with a new name, greater ambitions, and a state-of-the-art renovation. A year after its re-branding from IR/PS to GPS, the School of Global Policy & Strategy celebrated the return of students and faculty from summer break with a re-opening of its updated facilities. The renovations included a beautification of the 5,000 SF GPS auditorium and complete overhaul of the Building 3. The entirety of Building 3 was transformed with the addition of a new classroom, new “break-out” spaces, student and faculty offices, as well as the remodel of existing classrooms, lobby space, and student lounge. The function of the lobby now offers students and faculty opportunities for social gatherings, personal studies, and a comfort- enhanced setting. Enriched material selection, a strong creative vision, and high-tech features reinvigorate the GPS campus for all users and fortify the school’s reputation as a forward-thinking institution. STATUS completed 2016 SIZE 22,000 SF CLIENT UC San Diego SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy La Jolla, CA

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