Brea Mulling New Housing to Add Residents

by Parimal Rohit | Orange County Business Journal

Two projects slated to bring more housing in Brea, including a development at the former Mercury Insurance property, will soon be considered by the city's council members. Members of the Brea Planning Commission were in favor of a proposal calling for the demolition of the former Mercury Insurance office building and neighboring parking structure at 1698-1700 Greenbrier Lane to make way for 179 single-family houses.

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Navigating AB98: Solutions-Focused Industrial Design for A New Regulatory Era

by Eric Aubort & Dan McDavid | Western Real Estate Business

The recent passage of California Assembly Bill 98 introduces new complexities to industrial development across the state. With its far-reaching and often ambiguous requirements, AB98 brings uncertainties in real-world scenarios. While we understand the intent behind this new legislation - to promote health and environmental sustainability...

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Project with 350 Units Along 200 North Approved by Salt Lake City Planning Commission

by Jacob Scholl | Building Salt Lake

A new apartment building that would add hundreds of units to Fairpark near Capitol Hill scored a win Wednesday, as the Salt Lake City Planning Commission voted to approve the project. The project, located at 523 W. 200 North and named District North, won Planning Commission approval after a quick vote.

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Wylden Apartments Set to Open This Year at 2910 San Fernando Rd. in Glassell Park

by Steven Sharp | Urbanize Los Angeles

In Glassell Park, exterior finishes are now taking shape at the Wylden apartments, a new development from Fairfield Residential located near the Glendale Freeway and the L.A. River. The project, which replaced an industrial facility at 2910 San Fernando Road, will include 370 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments wrapping around a central 600-car parking garage.

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How Modular Design Can Transform Affordable Housing in California

by Ioanna Magiati | ArchiExpo

In California, home values and rents sit higher than anywhere else in the nation, and the state accounts for the largest percentage of homelessness, according to the PPIC. Last year, affordability was at an all-time low, and homelessness rates increased. Despite California’s economic prominence, with the fifth largest gross domestic product (GDP) worldwide, over 186,000 individuals remain unhoused (CalMatters).

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Think Together Converting HQ to 270 Units

by Kim Stemper | Orange County Business Journal

Think Together, Orange County’s largest non-profit organization, is taking a bold step to ensure its long-term financial stability by redeveloping its Santa Ana headquarters into a $150 million workforce housing project. The move aims to generate a steady revenue stream that will sustain its mission of providing educational support to underserved students.

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Building ‘Lifestyle’ Into Your Hotel

by Elyse Glickman | Hotel Management

From the architect’s perspective, Henry Wong, Principal at AO, stresses that as the building and interiors tell a story, so should the guest experience. The visual elements should provide a script which also needs to align to the owner's business plan. “It is about creating moments in time that matter to people, and it also has to do with providing a sequence of things that comes through the guest experience, whether it's during check in, walking through one’s guestroom, or other moments during the stay,”

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Super Star Car Wash Opens Tenth Colorado Springs Location

by Andrew Rogers | Colorado Springs Business Journal

The latest express drive-thru car wash opened Wednesday, March 5 at 507 Garden of the Gods Rd. and represents the company’s 111th location nationwide. “We are kicking off the year with a few new locations and have been so pleased to be expanding in the Colorado market,” said Nicole Rodriguez, vice president of marketing for Super Star Car Wash. “We’ve already begun meeting neighbors and look forward to becoming more ingrained in the community throughout this upcoming year.”

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At AO & Slater Builders, Relationships Come First

by Allison Dempsey | Construction in Focus

Serving Southern California, Slater Builders is a full-service, family-owned commercial general contractor working in the areas of non-profit, faith-based, hospitality, education, active environments, healthcare, living environments, office/industrial, and tenant improvements, and striving to go above and beyond on every project.

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1,000+ Homes Coming to 3333 Susan Street in Costa Mesa

by Steven Sharp | Urbanize Los Angeles

Last summer, the Los Angeles Chargers opened "The Bolt," the team's new headquarters campus in El Segundo. In the near future, the property that served as the team's base of operations since moving to Los Angeles in 2017 is set to be transformed into a mixed-use complex including housing and commercial space.

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The Future of The Mall and Lifestyle Center

by Building Design + Construction

The mall of tomorrow will look a lot less like the indoor mall of yesterday. Instead, the shopping mall will continue to evolve into indoor-outdoor lifestyle centers that provide not just retail but also dining, entertainment, health and wellness, residential, and community spaces. “For traditional malls, we’re seeing a big shift toward mixed-use models,” says Rob Budetti, Managing Partner, AO.

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The Shops at Hollywood Park Wins LABJ CRE Gold Retail Award

by Los Angeles Business Journal

Located adjacent to the iconic SoFi Stadium, the retail district known at The Shops at Hollywood Park anchors a transformative 300-acre mixed-use development in Inglewood. Encompassing approximately 890,000 square feet, this vibrant urban village is designed to celebrate the dynamic spirit of Los Angeles, offering an eclectic mix of retail, dining, and entertainment experiences.

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Former Chargers Practice Facility in Costa Mesa Could Become 1,050-Unit Apartment Development

by Michael Slaten | Orange County Business Journal

The former Los Angeles Chargers practice facility in Costa Mesa and surrounding office space could soon be turned into a mixed-use development with 1,050 new apartment homes near the city's northern edge. The project, called the Hive Live, would demolish the current 182,520-square-foot Hive Creative Office Campus and the former Los Angeles Chargers practice field to build a new residential community with up to 1,050 units as well as retail and open space over three phases.

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Top 60 Parking Structure Architecture Firms for 2024

By Building Design+Construction

Walker Consultants, Stantec, Choate Parking Consultants, Page, Arcadis North America, and Gensler top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest parking structure architecture and architecture engineering (AE) firms for 2024, as reported in BD+C's 2024 Giants 400 Report.

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Top 160 Apartment and Condominium Architecture Firms for 2024

by Building Design+Construction

Arcadis North America, Gensler, Humphreys & Partners Architects, KTGY, SCB, AO, and AE7 top Building Design+Construction's ranking of the nation's largest apartment building and condominium architecture and architecture/engineering (AE) firms for 2024, as reported in BD+C's 2024 Giants 400 Report.

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AO Promotes 18 Associates

by Orange County Business Journal

AO, a leading full-service architecture firm, announced an additional round of promotions today, recognizing several key team members for their outstanding contributions. “As AO continues to expand our services and strengthen valued client relationships, the dedication and talent of our team remain at the core of our success,” said RC Alley, Managing Partner. “We are proud to celebrate the achievements of these newly promoted associates, whose commitment and expertise embody the future of our firm.”

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How The Square Cypress Came To Be: A Modern Retail and Lifestyle Hub In Cypress, California

by The Registry

Nestled in the heart of Cypress in north Orange County, The Square Cypress is a vibrant new 31,150-square-foot retail center that promises to become a premier destination for shopping, dining, and community engagement. Strategically located with seamless access to four major freeways—405, 605, 22, and 91—this modern development is designed to cater to both local residents and visitors alike.

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AO Announces Six Promotions to Senior Associate

by Orange County Business Journal

AO, a leading full-service architecture firm with expertise across the multifamily and commercial real estate spectrum, proudly announces the promotion of six key team members to Senior Associate. The firm’s significant growth over the past year is a testament to the invaluable contributions of these individuals, who cultivate strong relationships and consistently ensure AO delivers exceptional results for its clients.

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178 Apartments Near Completion at 2055 Main St. in Irvine

by Steven Sharp | Urbanize LA

Completion is nearing for a new multifamily residential development in the Irvine Business Complex, according to a social media post by AO. The project from Intracorp, located at 2055 Main Street, is named Aurum. The five-story, wrap-style apartment complex includes 178 residential units and a parking garage. According to AO's social media post, the complex also includes a rooftop deck with a pool and other amenities.

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AO Promotes Scott Jones and Nakisa Heshmati

by Mia Laureys | Orange County Business Journal

Leading design and planning firm, AO, is proud to announce the promotion of Scott Jones to Partner and Nakisa Heshmati to Principal. Jones and Heshmati embody AO’s commitment to excellence in design, innovation, and relationship-building. Their leadership will continue to shape the future of AO and drive the firm’s legacy forward. Please join us in celebrating their well-deserved promotions.

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