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When GHA Companies and Danielian Associated teamed up to create a dynamic new home community that would appeal to buyers looking for the “Palm Springs lifestyle” they knew that the architectural design would hold the key to its success. Inspired by the adjacent Palm Springs’ iconic mid-century modern design and named for its location at the edge of Palm Springs and Cathedral City, The District at the Edge stands out for its desert modern design, bold color scheme, and scenic mountain views. The Tribeca plan features a spacious open floor plan with great room and a kitchen that opens out to a large covered patio. By bringing the outside in within this small footprint, the home lives larger and make the interior spaces feel extra special.
“We are thrilled that the vision for this project was achieved and has been met with such a resounding success,” said Tom Wong, Associate and Senior Designer at Danielian Associates. “We have designed many great contemporary projects in our office, but The District is truly special.” Combining a unique contemporary architectural design and open floor plans along with ample outdoor living and spectacular community’s amenities, The District at the Edge hit a home run with home buyers and has sold out every phase released to date.
The SoCal Awards program honors the best in architectural design, professional achievement, sales and marketing throughout Southern California. This year’s awards were presented on September 30, 2017 at the Grand Californian Hotel in Anaheim, California.
The District at the Edge Finals at The Nationals
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NAHB’s National Sales and Marketing Council (NSMC) has announced Silver Award Winners for The Nationals new home sales and marketing awards. Home builders, developers, associates and consultants.
Danielian Associates Architecture and Planning received 2018 Silver Award honors for both The District at the Edge Tribeca and Soho in the category of ‘Best Architectural Design of a Single Family Detached Home under 2,000 sq. ft.’
The desert community offers contemporary architecture and a modern look for homebuyers. The large open floor plans are apparent on the first floor, with great rooms and large kitchens opening out to covered patios. By bringing the outside in within this small footprint, the home lives larger and make the interior spaces feel extra special. Due to the remarkable success of this contemporary new home community GHA Companies is beginning work on phase II, The District East.
The Nationals salutes and honors the best in the building industry for their determination, integrity, creativity and endurance.
Silver Award Winners are the top vote recipients in each category and are the finalists for the Gold Award. Gold Awards in each category will be presented as part of the International Builders’ Show, the awards ceremony on January 10th.
“The Nationals are the most prestigious awards of their kind, setting the benchmark for innovations in new home design, marketing and sales,” said Meredith Oliver, chairperson of the Nationals. “NAHB’s commitment to recognizing originality, imagination and success has been exemplified by its award winners since the competition’s inception.”
The 2017 Gold Nugget Awards
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Award-winning firm Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning is thrilled to
Announce that Danielian Associates’ designs were recognized at the 2017 Gold Nugget Awards ceremony for the firm’s work on six different developments. The awards honor the firm’s excellence and innovation in addressing complex design issues in attached, detached, sustainable housing, mixed-use, and affordable housing.
Danielian Associates earned top honors in the prestigious Gold Nugget Awards design and planning competition for an innovative net-zero energy home in Fullerton, Calif.
Danielian’s awards totaled one Grand Gold Nugget Award and five merit honors in the annual Gold Nugget competition.
Danielian Associates Grand Award winner is as follows:
Best Zero Net Energy Home Design
ABC Green Home 3.0 in Fullerton, Calif.
Developer: Peninsula Publishing
Builder: Habitat for Humanity
Designed by Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning
The following designs earned a Merit Award:
Best Affordable Housing Community – 30 to 60 du/acre
Clark Commons in Buena Park, Calif.
Developer: Jamboree Housing Corporation
Builder: Portrait Homes
Designed by Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning
Best On the Boards Site Plan
Harmony Grove Village South in Escondido, Calif.
Developer: RCS Harmony Partners – Kovach Group of Companies
Builder: Comstock Homes
Designed by Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning & Forest Studio
Best Single Family Detached Home — under 2,000 sq. ft.
The District at the Edge-Soho in Palm Springs, Calif.
Builder & Developer: GHA Companies
Designed by Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning
Best Single Family Detached Home — under 2,000 sq. ft.
The District at the Edge-Tribeca in Palm Springs, Calif.
Developer: GHA Companies
Designed by Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning
Best Single Family Detached Home — under 2,000 sq. ft.
Harper at Beacon Park Plan I in Irvine, Calif.
Developer: Fivepoint Communities
Builders: Lennar Homes
Designed by Danielian Associates Architecture + Planning
54th year, GNA is the largest and most prestigious competition of its kind in the nation. It honors design and planning achievements in community and home design, green-built housing, site planning, commercial, retail, mixed-use development and specialty housing categories. Winners this year were chosen from 630 entries from around the world. Gold Nugget Awards – Recognizing those who improve our communities through exceptional concepts in design, planning and development.
Contemporary Design
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Truly, all things in life come full circle.
Nothing could be more accurately said, especially when it comes to Danielian Associates. DA has a rich history among California’s architectural elite. The firm’s founder, Art Danielian, FAIA, began his career working for Ed Fickett who pioneered many of the design concepts collectively known as Mid-Century Modern.
Today the firm is being led by a new generation of architects and planners. Staying true to their roots, the Danielian Team is leveraging their extensive history with this increasingly popular design style and crafting its own “modern” spin on modern design. “Everyone loves contemporary design right now and we often talk about transitional styles, so it is probably very fitting that our firm itself is in a transition phase” said John Danielian, Principal of Danielian Associates. “We have a great team of very experienced designers and lots of young talent in our office. In collaboration with our wonderful clients, Danielian Associates will have a great showing at this year’s PCBC Gold Nugget Awards – but it is truly just the tip of the iceberg. We have lots of very exciting projects in the works,” John said with a big smile.
Before anything is sketched or designed at the Danielian office, every project begins with a story and authenticity is key. “Design is a special process fueled by personal experiences and the emotional connection we have to spaces and surroundings,” said Dale Patton, Director of Residential Design at Danielian Associates. “The story behind each project guides the design and the special experiences we strive to create within each building.”
The ABC Green House 3.0
Built by Habitat for Humanity, designed by Danielian, and developed by Peninsula Publishing, this project took on a special meaning from the start with its future owner slated to be a military veteran. The City of Fullerton required that the home pay homage to local Eichler-styled homes and Mid-Century Modern roots. Skillfully led by Senior Designer and Associate Louis Bretana, the Danielian team jumped at the challenge.
A nod to mid-century modern vernacular paired with new building technology, the home has a small footprint yet it still achieves California style outdoor living with the deck off the upstairs family room designed as a roof garden. The multi-generational component acknowledges the challenges of affordable housing for an increasing number of families. The accessible adaptable unit was designed to allow for separation and privacy. The high ceilings, strategic window placement, and roof lines serve to collect rain water in the rainy winters and facilitate passive cooling in the warm summer months.
Designed with sustainability in mind, much of the building materials were locally sourced, repurposed, and/or donated. In addition, the home was staged using “healthy” and sustainable materials and furnishings, much of which was donated or reused. Incorporating mid-century modern architecture with new building technology, this affordably built NZE ready home is targeting LEED Platinum, Energy Star, Indoor Air Plus, Water Sense, and will be the first home certified under the Wellness Within Your Walls in California.
Clark Commons
Jamboree Housing had an incredible corner location in Buena Park for their Clark Commons project. The challenge presented to the design team was that it would be located within a surrounding, market rate master planning community also being developed. This amenities-rich, 70-unit apartment complex now provides safe, affordable housing for local families with seamless integration into the master planned community. Edging a major urban revitalization district, this project’s creative design balances vibrant, pedestrian-friendly streetscapes with a contemporary design flair and commercial aesthetics, like double volume storefront windows.
The client’s primary goal was to encourage advancements in academic achievement, career development, and an increased quality of living for this community. Leading the Danielian design team was Principal Mike Boyd, AIA and Senior Project Manager and Associate Mojgan Momenan. A large, collaborative team effort produced inviting open floor plans with private outdoor decks and flexible living spaces. These energy efficient, LEED GOLD, affordable housing units introduce market-rate quality apartments for the surrounding hospitality, retail, restaurants, and auto repair shop workforce. A new public park borders first floor apartments allotting direct access via front stoops so mothers can supervise their children during playtime. Private amenities include a podium level tot lot, outdoor seating, barbecues, fire pits, and picnic tables that will encourage family and community interaction. A job skills center is located within the ground floor retail component along with a culinary arts program, student café, after-school tutoring, and community assistance for both resident and non-resident use.
The District
GHA Companies selected Danielian Associates to design a modern take on the quintessential Desert Contemporary home. The challenged presented to the design team focused around strong architectural theming, as that was going to be a primary sales driver since these homes were being marketed to snowbirds and buyers seeking desert living lifestyle. In addition to the modern design, the plans had to feature a diverse and appealing street scene, open floor plans to allow for ample entertaining spaces, and flexibility to plot certain plans on both interior and corner lots – all within small lot footprints. Extensive client collaboration led by the Danielian design team led to these award-winning designs, headed up by Associate and Senior Designer Tom Wong and Senior Associate and Senior Designer Joe Digrado, AIA.
This desert modern architecture compliments the site context and the open floor plan with indoor/outdoor living elements allow ample room for entertaining. By bringing the outside in within this small footprint, the home lives larger and make the interior spaces feel extra special. A first floor private bedroom is perfect for guests or multi-generational living. The master suite has a private deck with an extra-large closet and luxurious appointed bath while a secondary master suite is strategically positioned for scenic mountain views. The interior and exterior stylings flow seamlessly, bringing a cohesive contemporary design element and feel throughout.
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Clark Commons, an urban infill, affordable, multifamily project serving the community of Buena Park, is a finalist for this year’s 2017 Best in American Living™ Awards (BALA) by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Award winners will be formally announced during the annual NAHB International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla.
Designed on an old blighted industrial site, this amenities-rich, 70-unit apartment complex now provides safe, affordable housing for local families. Inviting open floor plans feature private outdoor decks and flexible living spaces. Edging a major urban revitalization district, this project’s creative design balances vibrant, pedestrian friendly streetscapes with commercial aesthetics like double volume storefront windows. These energy efficient, LEED GOLD, affordable housing units introduce market-rate quality apartments for the surrounding hospitality, retail, restaurants, and auto repair shop workforce.
A new public park borders first-floor apartments allotting direct access Private amenities include tot lot, seating, barbeques, fire pits, and picnic tables that will encourage family and community interaction. Jamboree’s primary goal was to encourage advancements in academic achievement, career development, and an increased quality of living for this community.
A community center is located on the ground floor retail component where community partners will provide programming and assistance for both resident and local community use. Jamboree places a high importance on creating an environment where families can thrive and attain a sense of community and safety.
Clark Commons is up for awards in both the Infill Community and Affordable, Multifamily Community of The Year.
Now in its 34rd year, BALA recognizes outstanding achievement by builders and design professionals in all sectors of the residential housing industry including single-family production, custom, multifamily, affordable, remodeling, community and interiors. BALA is built on the principle that all great homes start with great design, no matter cost or size.