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As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, we sat down with Liz Marie Ferreiro, one of our designers, who shared how a 7th grade history project on Frank Lloyd Wright sparked her interest in architecture and design, how her role allows her to work with every department at AVRP, and what advice she has for other women in the field. https://bit.ly/3cExbo4 #avrpfamily #designer #architect #womenshistorymonth #choosetochallenge

We continue our celebration of Women's History Month with this interview with Tamara Miller, managing director of interiors at AVRP Studios, who has made an impact not only in design but in the workplace, and who encourages women to value and advocate for themselves. Watch this video to learn more about her life and career: https://bit.ly/3vncCW3 #avrpfamily #designer #architect #womenshistorymonth #choosetochallenge

In celebration of Women's History Month, we are highlighting some of the hardworking and talented women of AVRP Studios. First up is Senior Designer Barbara Jetzer, who always aspired to be a builder, and who encourages women to speak up, be loud, and be heard. Watch this video interview to learn more about her life and career: https://bit.ly/30pleNo #avrpfamily #designer #architect #womenshistorymonth #choosetochallenge

In this IQ Podcasts episode, AVRP Studios President Christopher T. Veum, IIDA, Assoc. AIA, sits down with Brett Davis to discuss our recently completed projects including the award-winning Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center in #SanDiego, which was critical to the community during the #COVID19 pandemic. https://bit.ly/3e4rMJk

In a recent episode of IQ Podcasts, AVRP Studios President Christopher T. Veum, IIDA, Assoc. AIA, shares why he likes learning about how people feel in the places they are in, how #architecture evokes emotion, and why it’s his passion to make the #workplace more productive, efficient, and aligned with each organization’s culture, values, and vision. https://bit.ly/304iFAd

Our Hoover High School project was honored with the 2020 Walter F. Pruter Project of the Year Award. Congratulations to our project partners on this award and for designing the future of education. #design #architecture #education #learning #sandiego #awards

During CREW San Diego’s Covid Series III - Public, Large Assembly And Outdoor Amenity Spaces virtual event, held on October 29 at 11:45 a.m. PT, AVRP Skyport’s Director of Urbanism Howard Blackson will join a panel of experts to address predictions on our relationship with public space, updates on government ordinances and regulations, the transformation of public space design and accessibility, and the long-term impacts of the #COVID19 pandemic on #design. Register here: https://bit.ly/37murLj #architecture #urbanplanning #placemaking

The scenic city of Oceanside, CA, will host a general plan update discussion with a panel featuring Neal Payton of Torti Gallas + Partners, Alan Loomis of PlaceWorks, Elizabeth Ocampo Vivero of MW Steele Group, Inc., Diego Velasco of City Thinkers, and design wiz Howard Blackson of AVRP Skyport. The city is asking the panel how to create a stronger sense of place along its commercial corridors and which #design elements most contribute to placemaking, from mixed-use features and storefronts. Learn more about the city’s general plan: https://bit.ly/3dwaSkD #architecture #urbanplanning #placemaking

Many times, the best #architecture emerges when there are unique #design challenges. These obstacles force designers to think creatively and find solutions for that specific development. Certainly, that was the case with The Wedge, says Doug Austin, AVRP Skyport founder, chairman and CEO. Finding a way to preserve the historic chapel and maximize views of Victoria’s natural beauty sparked the idea for the distinctive wedge-shaped design. https://bit.ly/2SyFlol

AVRP's Director of Urbanism Howard Blackson is always up for a good challenge, and on October 12, he will be presenting his idea for a new vertical urbanism at Urban Design London's Urban Challenge: Setting the Challenge event. Register here: https://bit.ly/3iFCeWw and learn about his innovative idea here: https://bit.ly/3iMgSqd.

The Wedge, AVRP Skyport’s multifamily residential project in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, that recently won a 2020 Gold Nugget Grand Award at PCBC - The Art, Science & Business of Housing, has commenced construction. https://bit.ly/2SyFlol

AVRP Skyport's Lakehouse Apartments project in Oakland, CA, features a high-rise residential tower that’s intentionally dynamic when facing Lake Merritt, with a gently curving north side tilted toward the west views.

AVRP Skyport’s Lakehouse Apartments project in Oakland, CA, features one 26-story high-rise residential tower and a 7-story mid-rise building, which, together, house 361 units and a three-level parking garage.

AURA takes advantage of San Diego's temperate climate and gives tenants a new indoor/outdoor work experience. Click the link to learn more. https://bit.ly/2DvJLrW

Site inspiration to inform the new life sciences property, AURA, for BioMed Realty: check. Click the link to see more about the building. https://bit.ly/2DvJLrW

Brian Koshley, AIA, chief marketing and business development officer for AVRP Skyport, shares his perspective on the role #architects and #designers play in the ongoing struggle of social change.

During a recent webinar hosted by ULI Pittsburgh, AVRP Skyport's Director of Urbanism Howard Blackson discussed how ideas like Park(ing) Day, Tactical Urbanism, and the NewSchool of Architecture & Design's student-led initiative Quartyard have helped reimagine streets and their role in commerce. He also shared how architects, designers, business owners, and the like are taking another look at innovative placemaking amid #COVID19. https://bit.ly/35hW4UF

I feel blessed to have a client that wanted us to push the boundaries and design something exciting. They were willing to save a historic chapel on the site and embrace a very unusual building shape to allow it. The building becomes a piece of sculpture that becomes a vertical garden. Allowing us to design to LEED Platinum standards is an important added bonus. - Doug Austin, AVRP Skyport founder, chairman and CEO.

Hoover High - San Diego Unified's new theater, designed by AVRP Skyport, features a flexible #design that will allow students, teachers, parents, and community members to safely enjoy gatherings, theatrical productions, events, and more when the school reopens. Photo credit: Emil Kara Photography

The AVRP Skyport design team is working closely with the Hoover High - San Diego Unified staff to ensure the school’s new classroom building is ready for safe learning upon staff and students’ return. Photo credit: Emil Kara Photography