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Kinective Fitness Club features state of the arts fitness equipment, cutting-edge technology, top-notch physical therapy services, a spa, pool, and other amenities. Across two floors, the 48,000 square foot space boasts gathering spaces, both indoors and outdoors, along with delectable food and beverage options and a curated retail selection. A...

Renovations are underway at Fashion Valley to enhance the visitor experience to this regional shopping center. To ensure uninterrupted retail operations during the day, the team is working at night to complete the construction. This strategic approach allows for improvements without interrupting the shopping experience. 🎉 Simon Properties For the...

TMC Helix Park has been selected as a finalist in this year’s ICSC Global Design & Development Awards in the Evolving Innovations & Aspirations category RDC is working with the Texas Medical Center to integrate experiential retail and hospitality with the world’s largest medical campus Helix Park at Texas Medical Center in Houston, TX....

Joybird’s New York showroom is located inside a historic building in the SOHO district, offering guests a curated collection of the brand's bestselling pieces. RDC worked closely with the mid-century furniture company to bring the 5,000 square-foot space to life. The space features a mix of original millwork pieces and finishes, a display...

Recently, RDC’s interior design and procurement team journeyed to China for an extensive casegoods review for one of our latest Tapestry conversion projects. Our team's on-site presence verified that every detail aligned with our high expectations, from design to production quality. We're proud to go the extra mile for our clients, confirming...

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ RDC Senior Principal Sean Slater will moderate the Global Entertainment Leaders Summit alongside Courtney Kleinman, John Moncke, Kevin Rieger, and Russ Dagon at the Urban Land Institute fall meeting on Oct. 31 from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. What to Expect:🌟 Insightful panel discussions with global thought leaders🌟 Deep dives into...

Nestled in the heart of Texas, the RDC team crafted an immersive and luxurious fitness sanctuary that transcends the ordinary. Kinective Fitness Club features light and airy spaces that are coupled with accents of color to reflect a space that enhances health and wellness to empower people. It is designed to meet the needs of the community and...

RDC repositioned the Lord + Taylor department store building located within the Oakbrook Center near Chicago. Originally constructed in the 1960s, the 120,000 SF three-story building was positioned to be visible to the heavily trafficked roads that bordered the property. RDC reimagined the interior space to accommodate retail, food &...

Sage + Sound has been recognized as one of Retail Design Institute Best of the Best, Class of 2022 at Retail Design Institute’s 52nd International Design Competition for stores completed between January 1st and December 31st, 2022. RDC served as the architect of record for Sage +Sound’s NYC flagship location, using our in-depth experience with...

“Today’s consumers want more than just a place to eat and shop… they are looking for curated, memorable experiences” said RDC Partner Mitra Esfandiari, AIA. In this article by Joel Groover, Mitra shares her invaluable insights on how RDC tapped into the nighttime economy and unlocked its full potential for Sky Deck at Del Mar Highlands Town...

As part of our #LatinxHeritage Month series, meet Ivan Avila, Designer in our Placemaking studio. Ivan is passionate about incorporating elements into his work that enhance both spaces and communities. He draws inspiration from his family and cultural background.

Meet Virginia Keville, Job Captain in the Retail, Grocery, and Market studio here at RDC. Born in Córdoba, Argentina, Virginia draws inspiration from her roots, traditions, and peers.

By: Itzel Meynard RDC’s Itzel Meynard explores how to adapt physical office spaces to be geared towards Gen Z while preserving their authenticity. Workplace design has shifted to prioritize work-life balance, particularly as new generations join the workforce—and the trend has skyrocketed with the emergence of Gen Z. The tech industry has played...

Joybird’s newest showroom is located within the ROW DTLA, a one-of-a-kind shopping district in the heart of Los Angeles. As part of the design process, RDC worked closely with the brand to develop a new layout that maximizes the use of space and incorporates a dreamy vignette with a faux fireplace and a tile variation showcasing Joybird's...

Retailers are now embracing creative ways to provide customers with unforgettable experiences through hospitality. Although the customer experience traditionally revolved solely around the transaction, today’s dispensary design prioritizes creating destinations that offer more than just sales. Read the full article on the new trend by...

By: Bob Lisauskas As cities adapt and transform post-pandemic, mixed-use development is the future! “Trends and market disruptors are pushing cities toward a primarily mixed-use future in which new developments serve the entire 24-hour cycle: living, working, shopping, and spending time outdoors” states RDC principal, Robert Lisauskas, AIA, LEED...

RDC Principal Virginia Maggiore alongside Wendy Bronfein, and Amanda R., shared insights into the do’s and don’ts of designing a dispensary for an optimal customer experience at last year’s Cannabis Conference 🎤 Read their top tips for store layout, merchandising, security, and more here Reporter: Melissa SchillerCannabis Business...

ALDI Murietta is a non-prototype project in collaboration with AO spanning 22,000 square feet. The newly constructed building is CALGreen Certified and uses an environmentally friendly propane refrigerants to reduce its carbon footprint. The exterior utilizes a combination of plaster and stone veneer along with metal siding for a large craftsman...

Creating Instagrammable moments, like the one seen at Urbana Mexicana in Del Mar Highlands Town Center continues as a trend in retail spaces. 🤳🏽🖼 "Architecture and design trends are spreading through social media," states Mitra Esfandiari, AIA “As a result, designers gain greater access to inspiring precedent images and essential insight into...

Join RDC Principal Virginia Maggiore for a special virtual event on July 27 from 3-4 PM, where she will discuss the hot retail sector that's sweeping the nation - Cannabis Dispensaries! The panel by Retail Design Institute will feature business owners, designers, merchandisers, millworkers, and facilitators to discuss what makes dispensaries...

Join us as we celebrate and volunteer at Long Beach’s Second Annual Disability Pride on July 26, from 5-7PM at Harvey Milk Promenade Park. RDC is proud to support LB Disability Pride's mission to celebrate Long Beach's diverse disability community. Learn more here 🏞 Park Designed by: Studio One Eleven📸 Photographer: Carlos Hernandez

“Retailers, now more than ever, are being compelled to amenitize their spaces to drive foot traffic – once shoppers are in-store, the longer they linger, the more likely they are to make purchases,” states RDC Senior Principal, Sean Slater in an interview with GlobeSt.com Read the full article by Richard Berge here

AMC Theatres and Variety report that ticket presales for "Barbenheimer" are breaking records! 🎫 The double feature is anticipated to be the biggest event of the summer. What RDC-designed theatre will you be visiting for the special feature? 🎫AMC at Montclair Place🎫AMC at The Americana at Brand🎫AMC at The Grove[dipi_masonry_gallery...

Jenni Kayne Southampton is now open 🎉 Located at 2 Main Street in the beach hub's downtown shopping center, the 1,800-square-foot store offers guests a full range of Jenni Kayne products, including apparel, accessories, home, and apothecary. Inspired by Jenni's coastal living, the store incorporates earthy tones and natural oak embellishes...

RDC ranks #106 in Architectural Record’s Top 300 firms! 🏆🏢 This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and creativity of our incredible team. We couldn't have achieved this milestone without the support of our clients and partners, who inspire us to push the boundaries of architectural design. Thank you to Architectural Record...

RDC Senior Principal, Sean Slater talks to Lindsay Frankle of BiggerPockets about the value of mixed-use developments amidst changes in commercial retail. “Mixed-use is the past, present and future… multi-level retail is rarely successful, and offices are rarely at street level, so taking a mixed-use approach seems to be most appropriate,” states...

Details and views from our Skanska DTLA project. RDC’s Interior Design group worked with Skanska to create the firm’s new Downtown Los Angeles regional hub. The design reflects the company's collaborative and social culture. A range of large flexible spaces organize more intimate meeting spaces. Work clusters and huddle zones were planned to...

In honor of PRIDE month, we are pleased to support Visit Gay Long Beach for their Cheers to Queers event at Partake Collective! Visit Gay Long Beach is a non-profit LGBTQ+ travel resource that specializes in curating safe spaces and promoting LGBTQ+ & ally-owned businesses in Long Beach. They believe in showing up for the community, creating...

Jenni Kayne is now home to the picturesque downtown district of Westport, Connecticut, which offers a realm of high-end shopping and dining experience! The home-exclusive, 1,954-square-foot California-inspired location offers Jenni Kayne’s skincare line, a variety of high-quality textiles, and furniture for the bedroom, living room, and bathroom....

We are excited to share that Mario Ybbarra, Artist in Residence at RDC’s Long Beach headquarters, has been selected by US Latinx Art Forum as one of the recipients of the 2023 Latinx Artist Fellowship. This fellowship is awarded to 15 of the most compelling Latinx visual artists working in the US today! Learn more

Congratulations to Partake Collective on receiving a Merit Award from Long Beach Heritage for Adaptive Reuse!  RDC’s procurement team is honored to be part of this project.  RDC partnered with Studio One Eleven to provide interior design and procurement services for the flagship cloud kitchen and dining hall, Partake Collective. Partake’s mission...

RDC is proud to be supporting AIA|DC for 4×4=16 | South American Women in Architecture – Peru, a series of panel discussions. This panel will highlight the profound contributions of South American women architects in the world of creativity, design, and diversity. This program is part of a 4-part series showcasing 4 countries: Argentina, Peru,...

We will be at Information Management Network (IMN) this week! RDC Principal, Robert Lisauskas AIA LEED AP will be part of the Nine Pitfalls to Avoid with your Real Estate Redevelopment panel alongside Adam Miller, Najla Kayyem and Kathy Reed at the 8th Annual Real Estate Family Office & Private Wealth Management Forum! During the...

RDC Senior Principal, talks about the importance of creating mixed-use office spaces in this month's Western Real Estate Business issue. “Landlords need to create a recognizable scene replete with various dining choices, after-work happy hours, unprogrammed open spaces as well as community-focused-programming” states Slater. Read the full story...

RDC ranks among Engineering News-Record ’s top 500 design firms! It is an honor to be included in such an esteemed group. RDC is an award-winning, full-service architectural firm founded in 1979. Our depth of experience allows us to look holistically at designing experiential places. See the full list here.

We are pleased to announce that RDC has been named one of San Diego's best architecture firms. We take a collaborative approach that results in architecture that is of enduring value to our clients and their communities. Our depth of knowledge about trends and innovation is drawn from the collegial atmosphere where our team members exchange ideas...

RDC’s Interior Design group worked with Skanska to create the firm’s new Downtown Los Angeles regional hub. This special opportunity expanded on a global office program reflective of the company’s authentic culture, placing it within the context of the City of Los Angeles. With the entire floor dedicated to the Skanska DTLA office, the new space...

RDC is pleased to share that the Del Mar Highlands Town Center was bestowed a Gold Nugget Merit Award for best commercial project! Thank you PCBC for this wonderful recognition. As part of the Del Mar Highlands Town Center renovation and expansion, diverse spaces were created so that community members can shop, dine, and gather. Several...

RDC Partner Mitra Esfandiari, AIA is featured in this month’s issue of California Centers Magazine! Mitra discussed the evolution of entertainment and how unique venues create space for communities to gather. "RDC creates positive family experiences by providing play areas for entertaining kids in a safe, strategically located zone that allows...

Behind the scenes at the recent installation at Solis Park! RDC's procurement team helped create a gathering place for residents and a space to celebrate everyday experiences. As part of the Great Park Neighborhoods. Solis Park boasts wonderful parks, pools, promenades, and gathering spaces that are both fun and functional. Our team is grateful...

RDC partner Mitra Esfandiari, AIA discussed her success journey and experiences in a male-dominated field with journalist Kelly Reeves of Authority Magazine. “Dream big — Don’t limit yourself, especially not because of what others tell you. There are so many instances where women are discouraged but then succeed despite the odds. It’s important...

RDC Associate Principal, Alex Kuby, AIA  spoke at HD Expo on Tuesday, May 2, from 11 am-12 pm. In a rapidly evolving world, look at changes affecting the future. Panelists delved into what's now, what's next, and what you should be paying attention to across all facets of design. 

RDC’s Retail Design and Planning team designs state-of-the-art dispensaries, The Artist Tree and Traditional which provide unique and world-class experiences.[dipi_masonry_gallery _builder_version="4.21.0" _module_preset="default" theme_builder_area="post_content"...

RDC is pleased to announce Ralph Watson, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, has been promoted to the position of Senior Technical Studio Director! In this role, he continues and expands his work with technical and quality control as a member of RDC’s DC office leadership team. Ralph joined the firm in 2014 and has been instrumental in working on a diverse...

In honor of Earth Month, we are celebrating our project Campus at Horton, the nation's largest adaptive re-use development that is sustainably driven and fully green-minded: ⚡️ Carbon Neutral⚡️ A LEED Platinum live, work, and play campus⚡️ Net zero energy offices⚡️ Well Platinum, Wired score Platinum, 3-star Fitwell

The Sky Garden sculptural seating at the Orange County Great Park has been honored with a SIT Furniture Design Award in the Public park & Public area furniture category! RDC’s Creative Sourcing and Procurement team collaborated with studio one eleven to design this piece for client FivePoint Holdings, LLC to create a sense of balance for the...

As the newest member of the Store Planning RDC team, as well as being the Southern California Chapter President of the Retail Design Institute, we decided my first market assignment was to have me pack my bags and attend the first major retail conference of 2023, Shop Marketplace in Austin, Texas. This is one of a handful of national retail trade...

It is our pleasure to announce the promotion of Alex Kuby to Associate Principal! As a representative of the firm, Alex excels in client interactions, cross-marketing our expertise amongst workgroups and typologies. Alex consistently champions initiatives across workgroups to help integrate our service offerings, streamline project...

Our Procurement team recently visited Signature Millwork, a fabricator workshop in Dallas, for a new and exciting project! Visiting sites and being hands-on in quality check and control are integral to our process to protect our design narrative from ideation to fabrication. We care about the details ✨

RDC promotes CJ Reed to Associate!“CJ epitomizes the firm’s core values... he has a central focus on the greater good for his team and the firm, as seen in his daily actions. In his 4+ years at RDC, CJ has been involved in many projects across several teams, which allows him to hone-in on the correct process and look for beneficial improvements...

We are a certified GREEN BUSINESS! Here are some of the ways we are GREENING our office: ?Installing energy-efficient lighting ?Sourcing energy-efficient appliances and electronics ?Purchasing 100% recycled content paper products  ?Striving to divert 90% of waste from landfills  ?Encouraging staff to utilize our bike-to-work program  Join us and...

RDC Promotes Sing Tong, AIA, to Senior Associate!“Sing proactively dedicates herself to building a positive, energetic, transparent, resolution-oriented, future-forward culture,” said Mitra Esfandiari, AIA, Partner with RDC.    Sing Tong joined RDC in 2013 and has demonstrated a collaborative relationship with clients and colleagues, resulting in...

William Ellsworth has been named associate of RDC!“William has been the bedrock on large and complex multi-year projects at RDC. He is also a sensitive and detail-oriented designer who has greatly contributed to the firm’s advancement in design and technology over several years of hard work,” said Sean Slater, Senior Principal with RDC. “Will is...

Join us in congratulating Chris Gorney on his recent promotion to Senior Director and Senior Associate. Entrepreneurial by nature, Chris has an enthusiastic, collaborative, and optimistic style which is contagious. He continues to grow our creative sourcing and procurement capabilities to include projects across multiple typologies, and his...

Alex Kuby, Senior Studio Director at RDC was recently featured in the article, “Hotel Construction Soaring, Making Up for Lost Time” by Paul Bergeron where he discussed the growing need to meet ‘modern’ demands in the hospitality space.  “We are witnessing the level of investment rise across boutique, select-service, and full-services offerings,...

RDC has appointed Robert Lisauskas AIA LEED AP, as Principal, announced Mitra Esfandiari, AIA, Partner with RDC.  Esfandiari said, “Bob is a talented architect who excels with ideation for forward-looking designs that address the ways we will live in the future. He is a great fit for RDC clients who are increasingly focused on...

RDC is pleased to announce Gustavo Neri (Gus) as Director of Branding. In this new role, Neri leads branding campaigns for hospitality, retail, workplace, and other built environment sectors.“Gus Neri is a creative visual and verbal storyteller who brings extensive knowledge and talent to our team,” said Jackson Thilenius, AIA, RDC’s Senior...

Partake Collective is now open! RDC partnered with Studio One Eleven to provide interior design and procurement services for the flagship cloud kitchen and dining hall, Partake Collective. Partake’s mission is to create an entrepreneurial ecosystem where a business owner can launch a food concept using resources that include kitchens, retail, and...

In the article, “Plenty of Demand for Brick-and-Mortar Luxury Retail," by Paul Bergeron, Virginia Maggiore, Principal at RDC, discussed the growing demand for high-luxury retail spaces across the country.   “Luxury retail is following the consumer to more diverse cities throughout the US, but in the process, is driving up rents and diminishing...

RDC is excited to announce Krystle Fader, CID, NCIDQ, Design Manager has been named as an Associate of the firm. Krystle is a member of the firm’s Hospitality and Interior Design work group.  Krystle serves as the “Essential glue for workgroup collaborations for key clients,” according to Jackson Thilenius, AIA, Senior...

Mitra Esfandiari, Partner at RDC, was recently featured in California Centers Magazine. Her insight explores the importance of designing new retail experiences that create a sense of community after the pandemic.  "It is no longer enough to offer a physical space for consumers to find goods," states Mitra.  To read the full article, click here

Ray Huard of the San Diego Business Journal recently featured Sean Slater for his recent promotion to Senior Principal. Sean led the opening and expansion of RDC’s Hillcrest Design Center office, and he has been instrumental in expanding RDC’s national place-making and mixed-use practice with new projects in Texas and Florida,” said Mitra...

Campus at Horton has been bestowed a Silver Award in the Evolving Innovation & Aspiration category at the ICSC Global Design and Development Awards.  Horton Plaza is reimagined as a one million square foot mixed-use office and retail development that will appeal to technology and creative companies located near San Diego's famous Gaslamp...

ICSC Global Design & Development Awards has awarded the Del Mar Highlands Town Center a Silver Award in the Renovations and Expansions category. As part of the renovation and expansion, diverse spaces were created so that community members can shop, dine, and gather. Several improvements were made to existing areas to bring a fresh look to...

Last night, Equinox on Beale Street was awarded a Gold Award and a Sustainable Commendation at the ICSC Global Design and Development Awards. A special thank you to ICSC for this special recognition and a wonderful ceremony.  Located between the Financial District and the burgeoning SOMA region of San Francisco, this 35,600 SF luxe fitness club...

We are excited to be attending the ICSC CenterBuild Conference this week! Sean Unsell, Senior Studio Director and Associate Principal at RDC, will host a Roundtable on Wednesday, November 30, from 1:30-3:00 PM. His presentation will emphasize the importance of adaptive reuse in today’s market through successful execution, leveraging of...

RDC is excited to share the promotion of Sean Slater, AIA, to the position of Senior Principal, announced Mitra Esfandiari, AIA, partner with RDC. Slater is the principal-in-charge of RDC’s San Diego office. “Sean collaborates as a placemaking and mixed-use leader, exemplifying RDC’s firmwide values of great work and cultivating growth, while...

Join RDC Studio Director and Associate Principal Derek Heeb for a roundtable discussion at the ICSC Center Build Conference on Thursday, Dec. 1, from 8:15- 9:15 AM. The presentation will examine how prefabricated building envelope panels were used at Horton Plaza to solve budget and schedule challenges as well as achieve creative design and...

InspireDesign featured RDC Senior Principal Jackson Thilenius, AIA, who was recognized for his promotion to Senior Principal, Hospitality and Interiors.   “Our team excels in creating memorable destinations, utilizing the tools of creativity and storytelling to personalize and differentiate the user experience,” Thilenius said.  “We have the...

Architecture, planning, and interiors firm, RDC has promoted Jackson Thilenius, AIA, to the position of Senior Principal, Hospitality and Interiors. Thilenius runs an international practice that provides integrated services of Interior Design, Branding, and Procurement services. RDC’s Interior Design team delivers award-winning work to prominent...

ICSC's Global Design & Development Awards has named Campus at Horton as a finalist in the Evolving Innovation & Aspiration category. Horton Plaza seeks to take advantage of its downtown location and adjacency to San Diego’s famous Gaslamp District by re-imagining the campus as a one million SF mixed-use office and retail development that...

For its Global Design and Development Awards, ICSC has nominated Equinox on Beale Street as a finalist. Located between the Financial District and the burgeoning SOMA region of San Francisco, this 35,600 SF luxe fitness club is a health and wellness destination amenity for the city. The design prioritized the articulation of the club’s ‘social...

We are honored to share that our Del Mar Highlands Town Center project has been selected as a finalist in this year’s ICSC Global Design & Development Awards in the Renovations and Expansions category. During the renovation and expansion diverse spaces were created to allow the community to shop, dine, and gather. Improvements in existing...

This holiday season, we are teaming up with AIA Northern Virginia Women in Architect to collect donations of gently used purses, handbags, and backpacks for the Purses for a Purpose Drive! As part of this program, donations will be filled with essential toiletries that will be delivered to homeless women across the country.Donations can be...

We are delighted to highlight our Procurement Studio’s work with CADA Design and The Howard Hughes Corporation at the iconic Tin Building by Jean-Georges. With its 53,000 square feet of market space and 12 separate culinary concepts, the Tin Building offers a stunning experience accompanied by a unique ambiance that makes the...

Confluence Park at Valencia is the recipient of a Citation Award from AIA OC. Congrats to our Interiors and Procurement Studios for a project well done! Confluence Park is the central park of a visionary master planned network of 4,000 new homes connected by trails and hallmarked by state-of-the art amenities. The interiors and procurement team...

RDC is proud to have been the architect for Jenni Kayne's newest location in Atlanta. This is Jenni Kayne’s first store in the southeast and it is located in the Buckhead Village District. The newly opened shop provides a unique shopping experience with inviting neutrals and a wide range of timeless home and wardrobe pieces, key to the brand's...