Future-proofing, building vertically, and mixed-use product integration are three trends that will shape the design of industrial assets for years to come. AO Principal Dan MacDavid gives his insight to Area Development.
By Dan MacDavid | Area Development
Future labs will need more space and altered layout plans. AO Science + Technology Principal Douglas White discusses what to embrace and avoid when designing labs to provide optimal adaptability.
By Douglas White, AIA, NCARB | Lab Manager Magazine
AO Partner, RC Alley was a guest on Modular Building Institute's podcast "Inside Modular". Listen as RC shares his insights on the value of collaboration, the importance of finding an affordable housing solution, and how affordable modular housing projects can be designed to stand out or blend in with any aesthetic.
By Nellie Day | California Centers Magazine
As California has faced some of the most sever restrictions, shopping centers are relying even more on their outdoor spaces. AO Partner Rob Budetti was interviewed for the Sept/Oct issue of California Centers Magazine to get his take on reimagining outdoor spaces and how it's worked for AO's clients.
By Jeff Rabbitt & Ruba Younan, AO | Retail & Restaurant Facility Business
With a shift towards a more authentic restaurant design, customers are increasingly drawn to places that offer experiences, connection and history. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations in Downtown Orange, will offer a design that pays homage to the roots of the building while representing the bold future of Bosscat Kitchen.
By RC Alley, AO | Builder & Developer
In some parts of the country, particularly California, the COVID-19 pandemic has heightened an already severe housing crisis. Modular design and construction can help alleviate housing shortages and deliver efficiencies that address some of the biggest challenges facing the multifamily sector today.
AO and Horizon North have joined forces to launch T-MOD, a proven model for the delivery of temporary modular housing that is affordable to build, can be executed quickly, elevates community design, and is replicable amongst a variety of urban sites.
By Ray Huard | San Diego Business Journal
Leveraging our Solana Beach office and the expertise of Douglas White, AO’s new Science + Technology design studio is well positioned for growth in the San Diego region.
Dean Boerner | Bisnow San Francisco Bay Area
With SoFi Stadium now completed, development continues on the surrounding Hollywood Park mixed-use project that will include retail, office space, movie theater, restaurants, gym, hotel and multifamily housing.
By Craig Sullivan and Henry Wong, AO | [CLIC] Podcast
Listen as AO Principal, Henry Wong discusses the hospitality sector, COVID-19, and current projects for the [CLIC] California Lodging Investment Conference Podcast.
Inn at the Mission, an Autograph Hotel, opened its doors to guests this week. The elegant hotel pays homage to its historic location while creating a modern and inviting destination for all.
Peter J. Brennan | Orange County Business Journal
Architectural firms appear to be adjusting well to the coronavirus, reporting a 4% increase in OC billings, according to the annual Business Journal ranking. This finding rings true for AO, who retained its top spot among the largest firms in Orange County for the second year in a row.
By Craig Sullivan and Tom Bergerson, AO | [CLIC] Podcast
AO Principal, Tom Bergerson was featured on the California Lodging Investment Conference Podcast. Tom discusses multiple future hotel projects and multi branded, hotel enhanced mixed-use developments.
AO Principal, Bruce Greenfield was featured on California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC] Podcast today where he spoke on current trends, COVID-19 and its effects on the hospitality sector as well as new hotel openings and more. Click the link below to listen to this informative podcast you wont want to miss!
By Craig Sullivan and Bruce Greenfield, AO | [CLIC] Podcast
Take a listen as AO Principal, Bruce Greenfield discusses AO projects, the hospitality sector, hotel mixed-use projects, developments and more.
AO Press Release
AO has acquired Silicon Valley-based science and technology architecture firm WHL Architects, forming AO Science + Technology. The Sunnyvale-based science and technology design firm was founded in 1987 by Douglas White, AIA, NCARB, who joins AO as principal, spearheading AO Science + Technology studio alongside AO Partner Rob Budetti.
Shopping Center Business
Experience, flexibility, and placemaking remain the key drivers to successful retail centers of the future according to AO retail experts, Rob Budetti and Ken Smith. Check out the latest issue of Shopping Center Business to read how designers are working with retail owners to create properties that will draw consumers while making them feel safe and secure.
By Jena Tesse Fox and Chuck Dobrosielski | Hotel Management
Modular design has gone from niche to standard within the design and construction sectors of hospitality. AO Principal Henry Wong details how hoteliers can think differently to reap the benefits of this quicker and (relatively) cheaper method of construction.
By Jena Tesse Fox | Hotel Management
AO Principal Henry Wong shared his insights on optimizing hotel operations and ownership at a three-day virtual event presented by Questex Hospitality Group and AAHOA.
AO is proud to be listed among Hotel Management's top 2020 design firms in the publication's June/July issue.