LOS ANGELES, CA -Two AC Martin projects won awards at the at the Westside Urban Forum Design Awards. AVA Arts District won a merit award in the multifamily housing (50+ units), and West Edge won a merit award in the mixed-use category. AC Martin was the architect of record for AVA Arts District, with Office Untitled as the design architect. For West Edge, AC Martin designed the 600+ unit multifamily buildings and Gensler designed the office building portion. The AC Martin team accepting the awards include Design Manager, Matias Creimer, and designers Sheng-Ting Huang, and Royce Gundry.

What is your first memory at AC Martin?

Nearly 10 years ago, when I came in for my interview, it felt less like a formal process and more like a warm, engaging conversation with friends. From that moment, I knew this was a place where I could thrive—a firm where I could grow professionally, learn from talented colleagues, and contribute to projects that truly make a difference. It's been an incredible journey ever since!

Discuss a housing project you worked on that had a significant impact on you, either personally or professionally?

November is dedicated to celebrating the vibrant and diverse heritage of Native Americans across the United States, with a particularly profound significance in California. For thousands of years, Indigenous communities have shaped the cultural and historical fabric of the state, fostering traditions and a deep bond with the land. At AC Martin, we take pride in our role within California’s architectural legacy. This month, we highlight projects that pay tribute to the rich heritage of California’s Indigenous peoples and their enduring connection to the land.

At AC Martin, we believe our team's passion, creativity, and professionalism are what truly set us apart. To give you a closer look at the people behind our projects, we bring you Design Dialogues, a blog series where we'll be interviewing members of our team. Through these interviews, you'll get to know the individuals who bring our client’s vision to life—learning about their unique perspectives, professional journeys, and what inspires them every day. Join us as we dive into the stories behind the faces at AC Martin.

Photographed above is the AC Martin team, left to right: Angela Barker, Jeff Mertzel, Scott Taylor, Jerome Scott, and Corey Pope.

Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together is the 2024 theme of National Hispanic Heritage Month. AC Martin is featuring individuals and projects that reflect this important theme. 

DR. AMANDA QUINTERO serves as the Senior Advisor to the President for Inclusive Excellence, and Equity Innovation Officer for the Global HSI Equity Innovation Hub at California State University, Northridge, located within the new Autodesk Technology Engagement Hub.

Photographed above is the AC Martin design team and BNBuilders construction team with CSUDH President, Dr. Thomas Parham (center)

CARSON, CA - A groundbreaking ceremony was held at CSU Dominguez Hills in Carson, CA to celebrate four capital projects to be built on the campus including the New Orthotics & Prosthetics Education Center designed by AC Martin.

GLENDALE, CA - A ceremony took place on September 17, 2024 to celebrate the grand opening of Citrus Crossing, an affordable, senior housing community in Glendale, CA. The community was developed by Meta Housing with support from the City of Glendale Housing Authority and Western Community Housing. Allison Levy, Senior Project Manager for Meta Housing, praised the project team for their dedication and hard work to complete this important community for seniors in Glendale.

AC Martin announces leadership promotions and a key strategic hire to bolster growth and diversification. These changes reflect the firm's commitment to growth, innovation, and excellence in delivering exceptional design. AC Martin recognizes the strength of these leaders' expertise and the impact they bring to the firm and the industry.

In our most recent Design Dialogue, we hear from Allison Sumner, a Senior Project Manager working on our Multifamily projects including Affordable Housing, in Los Angeles.  Allison recently completed Las Dahlias, a transit-oriented affordable housing project in East Los Angeles, and is currently working on Together California: A Village for Brothers & Sisters in Palmdale, CA.