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Are you ready to take the lead on impactful projects and be part of an innovative team? AO is seeking a?Senior Project Manager?–?Landscape?and a?Senior Lead Project Coordinator! If you’re passionate, skilled, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you. If you're interested or know someone who might be, visit?https://bit.ly/3YDlB4v?to apply. #NowHiring #WeAreAO #BetterTogether

#BreakingGround: It was shovels in the ground at the Iowa Apartments site in Riverside! We're thrilled to celebrate with our client UDR and consultants CBG Building Company as this project breaks ground and enters the construction phase. This mid-century modern-inspired development will transform a former retail site into a vibrant residential community, conveniently located next to an existing Stater Bros. grocery store. Once completed in 2027, it will feature three four-story buildings with 300 market-rate apartment homes and a suite of premium amenities. Check out how this project is shaping the future of Riverside living:?https://lnkd.in/gZijetqD #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOmultifamily #UDR #Seritage #Riverside

Driving results in housing markets across the nation, ARCHETYPE by AO is designed smarter so you can build better. This multifamily prototype redefines the design process, maximizing density, efficiency, and flexibility. An adaptable "kit of parts" employed across regional markets, it delivers faster timelines, reduced costs, and elevated architectural quality. A smarter way to build without compromising on design. Discover if ARCHETYPE is the right solution for your firm:?https://lnkd.in/g2-dSi5M #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOmultifamily #Prototype

#SpeakerSpotlight: Catch AO at the 2025 World of Modular at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, April 7-10!?Join AO Principal Nick Gomez at the premier event for prefab construction and design professionals around the globe! He’ll be teaming up with Dean Dalvit from EVstudio for an insightful presentation on April 9—you won’t want to miss it! Learn more here:?https://lnkd.in/gtuPCYaf #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOModular #ModularBuildingInstitute #WorldOfModular #LasVegas

#ProjectFeature:?AO is excited to support the vision for the San Diego Aquatic Center—a vibrant, inclusive destination where people of all ages and abilities can connect through world-class aquatic sports, recreation, and water safety. Designed with sustainability and community in mind, this project will serve San Diego for generations to come!?Explore more here:?https://lnkd.in/gc9k6aTR #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOsportstainment?#SanDiegoAquaticsCenterCouncil

#ConstructionUpdate: Backdropped by the picturesque desert mountain ranges of Indio, the nearly completed Arroyo Crossing is a 16-building, 400-unit affordable residential community thoughtfully designed for modern living. With some buildings already leasing, future residents will enjoy a centralized clubhouse with a resort-style pool, plus convenient access to local shopping, dining, and Highway 111. Stay tuned as we put the finishing touches on this welcoming neighborhood! #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOmultifamily #ThePacificCompanies #Indio

#GrandOpening: On a rainy morning, AO Managing Partners Steve Gaffney and Ed Cadavona, NCARB, AIA, along with Designer Dinh Le, were excited to join our valued partners at MBK Rental Living and the entire project team to mark the grand opening of ZIA Apartments in Anaheim! The ceremony featured uplifting remarks from MBK President, Ken McCarren, and Senior VP of Construction, Dave Kurian, followed by a ceremonial ribbon cutting to commemorate this exciting milestone. ZIA Apartments brings 315 Spanish Modern residences to the heart of Anaheim, supporting the city’s mission of revitalization and enhancing the availability of quality housing. Residents will enjoy an impressive array of amenities, including a two-story health and fitness club, work-from-home spaces, a game lounge, and a pool courtyard — thoughtfully designed to elevate modern living. A huge shoutout to our partners and team for bringing this vision to life! Discover more about ZIA's design here:?https://lnkd.in/g_xeM8rP #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOmultifamily #MBKRentalLiving #Anaheim

#ConstructionUpdate:?Construction is moving forward on the new Element Mission Valley Hotel, a seven-story addition to the Marriott Mission Valley located next door. Featuring 150 suite-style rooms, 5,000 square feet of ballroom space, a restaurant, bar, and outdoor event space, the hotel will also share amenities with the Marriott, including its pool deck and dining options. Designed with neutral, earthy tones, it offers a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, complementing the natural beauty of San Diego. Stay tuned for more updates. See more here:?https://lnkd.in/gW-3g3kf #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOhospitality #AOlandscape #MissionValley #SanDiego

#InTheNews: A passion project that blends social impact with housing, AO is proud to lead the design for Think Together’s transformation of their headquarters into 270 much-needed workforce housing units. This visionary project will not only help address Orange County’s housing needs but also fund Think Together’s vital academic programs for underserved students across California. AO Partner Paolo Leon, a former Think Together student, has a deeply personal connection to the project. “I have the unique vantage point of lived experience in almost every facet of this project,” he shared. “At the end of the day, success for this project means success for kids like me.” 4th & Parkcenter represents an innovative urban design that creates both housing opportunities and meaningful social impact—a true investment in the future of the Santa Ana community and beyond. Read the full story in the Orange County Business Journal feature:?https://lnkd.in/gFZC6i83 #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOmultifamily #AOparking #ThinkTogether #SantaAna

Last week, AO’s hospitality team joined industry peers at the 8th Annual California Lodging Investment Conference & [CLIC] Connect Podcast! Principal Henry Wong took the stage as a panelist, sharing insights on curating the guest experience and the evolving hospitality landscape in California. A big thank you to Craig Sullivan and the CLIC team for fostering meaningful conversations within the hospitality and lodging industry. #WeAreAO #BetterTogether #AOhospitality #CLIC