RENOVATION OF THE UCSD SCHOOL OF GLOBAL POLICY & STRATEGY COMPLETE
The renovation of the UCSD School of Global Policy & Strategy (GPS) is complete! A year after its rebranding from IR/PS to GPS, the School of Global Policy & Strategy celebrated the return of students and faculty with a grand re-opening of its updated facilities. The renovations included a beautification of the GPS auditorium and complete […] Learn More
BROADWAY BLOCK PENDING CITY APPROVAL
Design approval for the Broadway Block is underway. JWDA is leading the design team for the high-rise, mixed-use development in downtown San Diego. Developed by Bosa Development Corporation, the design features two towers, 21 stories and 41 stories, respectively, rising from a residential and retail platform. The Broadway Block promises to be a major player […] Learn More
Matthew Geaman Honored with San Diego 2016 YAYA
JWDA Associate Principal Matthew Geaman AIA, LEED AP was recently honored with AIA San Diego’s 2016 Young Architect of the Year Award. The JWDA team could not be more excited for our esteemed colleague! This prestigious award recognizes Mr. Geaman for his professionalism, design achievement, and community leadership in the San Diego region. Mr. Geaman […] Learn More
Alpha Square Receives 2016 Development of the Year Distinction
“Big Project, big heart.” Alpha Square Affordable Apartments was honored in Our City San Diego as one of six projects recognized as the “2016 Development of the Year.” The $47.6-million project is a catalyst for change in the downtown community, combining the efforts of many to address the problem of homelessness. The San Diego Housing Commission, the […] Learn More
UCSD SCHOOL OF GLOBAL POLICY & STRATEGY CELEBRATES GRAND RE-OPENING
The UC San Diego School of International Relations and Pacific Studies (IR/PS) rebranded itself on a large scale with a new name, greater ambitions, and a state-of-the-art renovation. A year after its rebranding from IR/PS to GPS, the School of Global Policy & Strategy celebrated the return of students and faculty from summer break with […] Learn More
Nook East Village Receives Civic San Diego Approval
Civic San Diego has approved Nook East Village, a 5-story, 91-unit Single Room Occupancy (SRO) development located at the corner of 15th and K Streets in the East Village neighborhood of downtown San Diego. The Nook’s studios are affordable by design and will deliver a new housing option to the community. The Nook will feature […] Learn More
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Breaks Ground
Construction has begun on the 9-story TownePlace Suites by Marriott® in downtown San Diego. The project site is a 7,500-SF mid-block parcel located on 6th Avenue between Beech and Cedar Street in the Cortez Hill neighborhood. The building design is focused on providing a very transparent street frontage while respecting the existing modern architecture of […] Learn More
Atmosphere Topping Off Ceremony
JWDA recently joined Wakeland Housing, City Officials, and the local San Diego community in celebrating the topping off ceremony of Atmosphere Affordable and Supportive Housing Development. Located in the heart of downtown San Diego, Atmosphere will soon be open to families who are looking for a more affordable place to live. The topping off ceremony […] Learn More
Broadstone at North Park Breaks Ground
Broadstone at North Park is a new market-rate multi-family housing complex located between Texas and Arizona Streets, one block south of El Cajon Boulevard in the North Park neighborhood of San Diego. Alliance Residential Company retained JWDA for full architectural services on the project. This 5-story structure contains 118 rental units, ranging from studio to […] Learn More
Matthew Geaman, AIA, LEED AP Named San Diego’s The Daily Transcript “Top 40 under 40”
Associate Principal Matthew Geaman, AIA, LEED AP was named San Diego’s The Daily Transcript Top 40 Under 40. Matthew’s careful attention to the practice of architecture, and engagement with and for the local community, contributes to the many reasons he was recognized for this esteemed honor. The entire team at JWDA could not be happier for […] Learn More