In January I wrote my President’s greeting and announced that SDAF had pledged to enhance our programming to provide a place that sparked community conversation, inviting you to take part in our exciting 2022 event roster where we would connect in real life, enjoy a cocktail, and perhaps even do …
As we continue through our Legacy Film Series it makes me smile as I sit down to write about Kevin deFreitas. One of the joys of being part of the San Diego Architectural Foundation (SDAF) is being around people that have pushed me in one way or another. And it …
It took three attempts to actually sit down and write an introduction to this Legacy video of architect Jerry Shonkwiler, aka. J-Shonk, not just my nickname for him, but a foundation-wide show of affection and respect for the legend that is Jerry. Somehow, with 10 plus years of preparation for …
Mark your calendars – March 18-20, 2022, Open House San Diego (OH! SD) will provide a behind-the-scenes look at notable architecture, public spaces, and more with guided and self-guided tours and curated experiences across 7 San Diego-area neighborhoods: Barrio Logan, City Heights, Coronado, Downtown, La Mesa, National City, and new …
Local developer Jacob Schwartz Micro-units can offer big-time experiences. Just ask Jacob Schwartz, the founding president of Urban Coastal Development, one of several San Diego real estate developers embracing the trend. He is the visionary behind Downtown’s most talked about micro-units in the Gaslamp, slated to open in Spring 2022. …
Lauren at Point Loma Nazarene University’s Science Center. Photo by Tomoko H. Matsubayashi, connect with her at tomografica.com In a profession as collaborative as design, it is crucial to raise awareness, give back, and get involved with the nonprofit organizations dedicated to making positive change. Enter Lauren Cook, Managing Director …
Our condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the two great Architects we lost this week. Locally, founder of SILLMAN (Architects), Larry Sillman passed away at the age of 76. I personally had the opportunity to collaborate with Larry and his team on a couple of projects and found …
Continuing our Legacy Film Series this week we celebrate one of SDAF’s all-time legends, Maxine Ward. It’s been 16 years since Maxine joined the San Diego Architectural Foundation and 2021 has been her final year on our board. Her list of accomplishments for SDAF is mind-blowing, check this out… Along …
“If you need a sign to tell people to slow down, you’ve designed your street wrong,” said Charles Marohn to an intimate crowd on November 18th at the San Diego History Center. On this night, SDAF sponsored a ULI (Urban Land Institute) speaking engagement and book signing with Charles …
