These Things Are Hard
In September 1962, with these words, President John F. Kennedy challenged Americans to “embrace a new frontier, to dig deep and invoke their…
Category: Planning
Safe-Spacing in the Public Realm
Public spaces have long been ingrained in the minds of planners. To this point, I will even be so candid as to admit…
Denise Ashton – Leading the Charge
It’s not often you get to recognize one of your own for an outstanding achievement, but today we do. On behalf of WHA,…
Worth the Wait: Ventura Triangle Rising
Permits have been pulled on a rare, large, oceanfront parcel on the California coast! The 231-unit Ventura Triangle project, adjacent to downtown and…
It’s Unanimous, University Park Approved!
Approved! The Palm Desert Planning Commission unanimously approved its newest residential planned community on November 20th. We were incredibly fortunate to be a…
Wind, Shade and Shadow: Strategic Design
Prevailing wind and shade/shadow studies have become significant tools for WHA designers to create healthy and well-planned communities and buildings. These studies help…
Boulevard Master Planned Community
One of the newest master planned communities in northern California is Boulevard in Dublin, CA. Once complete, Boulevard will boast 24 unique neighborhoods…