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  • Cathy Hadley

    BIM Manager Cathy Hadley, RA BIM Manager with JWDA since Education: - B. Arch., University of Oregon Registered Architect in: - State of California BACK TO TEAM

  • UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy

    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

  • Tamara Leeper

    Office Administrator Tamara Leeper Office Administrator with JWDA since 2003 BACK TO TEAM

  • João Costa

    Architect João Costa, RA Architect with JWDA since 2020 Education: - B. Arch., NewSchool of Architecture & Design Registered Architect in: - State of California BACK TO TEAM

  • Lane Field North

    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

  • JWDA Architects | Award-winning San Diego Architects

    Founded in 1977, JWDA Architects is a full service, award-winning, uniquely boutique architecture and design firm based in San Diego, CA. jwda@jwdainc.com 619-233-6777 Our new site is coming soon. Be among the first to see it, and keep up with our latest! SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER FIRST NAME LAST NAME * EMAIL Submit UNDER CONSTRUCTION

  • Michael Tria

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

  • Harrington Heights Affordable Housing

    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 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 completed 2025 SIZE 202,837 SF CLIENT Chelsea Investment Corporation SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Harrington Heights Affordable Housing San Diego, CA

  • 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

  • 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

  • Accolade Campanile

    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 $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

  • Andia

    under construction San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS COLLABORATORS Architect of Record: Chris Dikeakos Architects, Inc. Interior Design: OTJ Architects Landscape Architect: Urban Arena Civil Engineer: Kettler Leweck Engineering Structural Engineer: Glotman Simpson Electrical Engineer: Nemetz & Associates Mechanical & Plumbing Engineer: Reinbold Engineering General Contractor: Bosa Development PRESS San Diego's Finest: Best of the City 2025 (Best New Condos) - Modern Luxury New Downtown Condo Tower Coming by Bosa - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Currently under construction in San Diego’s downtown, Andia transforms a four-parcel surface parking lot into an alluring 40-story mixed-use tower with residential and commercial components. The 787,611 SF community’s four-story podium makes a street-level statement with a motor court entry, transparent residential lobby, and a wrapping of retail spaces. Four levels of parking are contained below grade, with additional parking on the upper podium levels. Located at the convergence of vibrant urban communities including the Gaslamp District, Little Italy, and Bankers Hill, Andia is part of the growing network of intersecting Greenways that link parks, the waterfront, and various other outdoor destinations with key neighborhoods throughout Downtown. Andia’s 3,800 SF lobby features floor-to-ceiling glazing, lounge seating, gathering areas, a coffee bar, and a three-sided fireplace. The 5th floor presents a 15,000 SF pool terrace with a 75′ pool, a 35′ wading pool, spa, BBQ areas, fire pits and private cabanas. Adjacent to the pool, residents will enjoy a community lounge, dining areas, a 3,500 SF indoor / outdoor fitness center, a spin studio, sauna, and steam rooms, and a putting green. A 3,100 SF Sky Terrace on the 40th floor offers sweeping views of San Diego Bay and features including an entertainment kitchen and dining areas. Adjacent to the lounge, a landscaped Sky Lounge offers a trellised green wall, large decorative planters, five fireside retreats, glass railings, and more stunning views of the bay and city skyline. Andia’s 399 residential units are comprised of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units and live/work spaces ranging from 620 SF to 1,800 SF each with its own private balcony or patio. Andia’s glass façade and warm-toned accents make a sophisticated addition to San Diego’s evolving skyline. STATUS under construction SIZE 787,611 SF CLIENT Bosa Development SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect in association with Chris Dikeakos Architects, Inc. Andia San Diego, 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

  • Broadstone North Park

    completed 2019San Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 5 stories 118 market-rate units 63,000 SF parking garage COLLABORATORS Interior Design: H. Hendy Associates General Contractor: Alliance Residential PRESS AWARDS Gold Award: Best New Mid-Rise Development & Design - Multihousing News Excellence Awards Best In Design: Residential Development - Interior Design Magazine Broadstone North Park is a 5-story multifamily housing complex located in San Diego, CA’s North Park neighborhood. Comprised of 118 market-rate units, apartments range from studios to two-bedrooms, each with a private balcony . The property includes 10,850 SF of common area and amenity space, 114,000 SF of living space, and a 63,000 SF parking garage. Amenity spaces include a pool area, bar / lounge, gym / fitness center, meeting spaces, and rooftop bar with city views. The building’s design features an eclectic mix of vintage and modern architectural elements. Weathered steel paneling provides a strong identity and edgy exterior, while the sloping site carves out a public plaza with pockets of lush landscaping and a large gathering space. Inside, floor-to-ceiling murals and original artwork captivate the user with vibrant colors, distinctive materials and varying textures. STATUS completed 2019 SIZE 199,000 SF CLIENT Alliance Realty Partners, LLC SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Broadstone North Park San Diego, CA

  • Park Summit

    under constructionSan Diego, CA BACK TO PROJECTS < PREVIOUS NEXT > HIGHLIGHTS 21 stories 7-story podium 265 apartments ranging from 700-1300 SF 47 designated extended stay units On-grade plus four below-grade parking levels COLLABORATORS Interior Design: ZMD Landscape Architect: Urban Arena Civil Engineer: Kettler Leweck Engineering Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers M/E/P: Robison Engineering General Contractor: Suffolk PRESS Apartments Go to New Heights in Bankers Hill - San Diego Business Journal AWARDS Park Summit is a 21-story mixed-use residence sited on a nearly 33,000 SF lot in San Diego, CA’s Bankers Hill neighborhood. The project provides 265 1- and 2-bedroom apartments ranging from 700-1300 SF, of which 47 are designated extended stay units. Park Summit’s architecture is contemporary yet understated, incorporating a floor-to-ceiling glazing system for both tower element and its 7-story podium. Stepped massing optimizes the site’s layout and surrounding context, designed to complement the neighboring low- and mid-rise structures while maximizing views of the adjacent Balboa Park to the east, downtown San Diego to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Two separate vehicular entrances provide access to on-grade and four levels below-grade parking. Complementing its proximity to popular restaurants, coffee shops, businesses, and historic Balboa Park, Park Summit offers amenities including a striking residential lobby and lounge space, leasing offices, a mail and package area, large co-working space with mezzanine, a double-height gym with outdoor terrace, a clubroom, and an expansive southwest-facing pool and spa deck. Encouraging pedestrian interaction and connectivity, the residential lobby is centered along its active northern façade with two large restaurant spaces placed at each corner, while two separate retail spaces along the west-facing street complete the inviting block. STATUS under construction SIZE 475,542 SF CLIENT Floit Properties SERVICES | ROLE Design Architect | Architect of Record Park Summit San Diego, CA

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