Planning

Park & Paseo

Santa Ana, CA

DATA

1221 DU | 18 AC
67.8 DU/AC
74,000 SF retail/commercial

CLIENT

Alliance Residential

ROLE

Planner
Architect of Record
Design Architect

A once obsolete industrial site in central Orange County now hosts a unique luxury resort lifestyle, symbolizing urban revitalization. Spread across 18 acres divided into three phases, it’s anchored by an existing data center, shaping a vibrant central promenade. Comprising Arden, Archive, and Atlas, the mixed-use development of five-story buildings integrates with surrounding hospitality, shopping, and entertainment venues. Approximately 1,221 apartments and 74,000 SF of retail/commercial space cater to diverse lifestyles. Each building boasts distinct architecture and indoor/outdoor amenities. Arden showcases modernism with composite panels, Archive exudes creativity with steel frame structures, and Atlas emphasizes wellness with bold forms and serene spaces. Community perks include rooftop pools, chic lounges, and vibrant street-level experiences, making it a thriving live-work-play destination.

Awards:

  • MFE Awards – Grand Winner, Multifamily Community of the Year
  • MFE Awards – Grand Winner, Mid-Rise Category
  • MHN Excellence Awards – Silver, Best Amenities Category
  • NAHB Pillars of the Industry Awards – Finalist, Best Low-Rise Apartment Community (5-stories or less)
  • AIAOC Design Awards – Merit Award, Multifamily/Mixed-Use Development > Built
  • NAHB Best in American Living – Mixed-Use Community, Multifamily
  • Gold Nugget Awards – Merit Award, Best Mixed-Use Project
  • Gold Nugget Awards – Merit Award, Best Multifamily Housing Community- 60-100 du/ac
  • Gold Nugget Awards – Merit Award, Multifamily Community of the Year- 4 Stories and Above
  • Gold Nugget Awards – Merit Award, Best On The Boards Multifamily Community