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LIFESTYLE LETTER

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Let's Celebrate New Beginnings JANUARY OF THE NEW YEAR HAS ARRIVED AND WITH IT PLANS FOR HONORING RESOLUTIONS. I don't know about you, but I don't always find that I follow through with my good intentions. There is one young lady who is very determined to follow through with hers. That person is Huntington Beach resident and star surfer Courtney Conlogue, whose

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love of the sport and her competitive spirit keeps her on overdrive in an effort to win titles.

Right now she's battling it out at the World Surfing League's final world title race in Maui.

However it turns out, we know that Conlogue will be back for more.

The American Institute of Architects has a healthy presence in Orange County, as you will find in reading our feature story. Led by chapter president Brett Dougherty, the organization heads a student design competition, participates in the annual Design Awards and has a presence in the local Art Walks. Further, the group is committed to finding solutions to the demographical inflow in Orange County and, consequently, the future demand for housing. Dougherty defines the three main OC issues to be affordability, availability and responsibility. The 2017 winners of the Design Awards were honored for their innovative solutions to those issues.

If you're thinking about visiting our nation's capital in the near future, you will enjoy our travel

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feature, "Beyond Politics." As the author states, Washington, D.C. is one of those rare cities that's always evolving, from food trucks and pop-up shops to newly-minted cycling lanes

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and the latest museums. She takes you into fun neighborhoods to experience art galleries and indie bookshops, as well as culinary standouts off the beaten path.

And, speaking of food, Marchè Moderne has made its debut at Crystal Cove Promenade in Newport Coast and our restaurant reviewer is raving! Chefs Florent and Amelia Marneau

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have done it again, with new dishes and some of their hands-down favorites. Only open for dinner at the present, we're crossing our fingers for lunch to launch very soon.

In closing, I wish you a very Happy New Year and much good luck with your resolutions!

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Marking a decade as a cultural leader in Orange County and a preeminent training ground for the entertainment industry’s next generation of artists.

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FEATURES 22 AIA OC Design Awards Awards in three categories: honor, merit and citation

26 On the Road to No. 1 Surfer Courtney Conlogue reaches for world title

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30 Beyond Politics Delve into the Washington, D.C. that belong to us all

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20 Local Limelight 30 Travel Destination 34 Hot Spot 38 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Parting Thoughts

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Vocational Visions' "Masquerade Ball" Delights!

Many of the 290 guests wore masks and enjoyed world-famous magician Johnny "Ace" Palmer's rabbit out-of-a-hat trick, while the evening's highlight was a performance by Vocational Visions' clients dancing to Michael Jackson's "Thriller." The much-needed

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$60,000 provides programs, services and support to help adults with disabilities.

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1. Vocational Visions’ Executive Director Joan McKinney presents the 2017 Employer of the Year award to Walmart, represented by J.D. Thorson, Director of the Laguna Niguel store | 2. Vocational Visions Job Recruiter Debbie Watkins, Director of Development Joe Orsak, Board Vice Chairperson and committee member Hilary Hurt | 3. Vocational Visions’ massage therapist Sean Ikola with his aunt and Vocational Visions supporter Susan Samueli | 4. World-famous magician Johnny “Ace” Palmer, center, with Vocational Visions client Patty Fritsche, left, and Vocational Visions HR Manager Patty Porto | 5. Vocational Visions Board Secretary David Cosgrove with United Way President /CEO Sue Parks | 6. Committee member Sharon Sprague with Trevor Brown | 7. Vocational Visions clients acknowledging applause for their performance | 8. Committee member Carol Roberts and board and committee member Barbara Boteler | 9. Rosemarie and board member Ed Kenna, Board Chairperson Dr. Linda Albers and Duncan Dieterly. | 10. Rick Van Etten and Dr. Mahtab Jafari 8

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National Philanthropy Day Inspires!

Nearly 800 guests attended the 32nd National Philanthropy Day of Orange County's Awards Luncheon at the City National Grove of Anaheim. Hosted by the Association

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of Fundraising Professionals' Orange County Chapter, the "Celebrating Passion for a Cause"- themed event honored standouts in philanthropy.

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1. Presenting Sponsor Orange County Business Journal’s Laura Garrett, Pete Weitzner, Amy Sfreddo | 2. Sue Parks, center, founder of Women’s Philanthropy Fund Orange County United Way (Outstanding Philanthropic Group), with the event co-chairs Jane Hansen, left, and Julia Foster, right | 3. National Philanthropy Day Founder Doug Freeman | 4. Outstanding Philanthropists James and Suzanne Mellor with Honorary Chairs Elizabeth and Tom Tierney | 5. KTLA Channel 5’s Henry DiCarlo, who was event Master of Ceremonies, with Outstanding Youth honoree Grace Cross | 6. Paul Cho and Paul Leon, Outstanding Founders for Illumination Foundation | 7. Presenter Jo Ellen Chatham for Anne Shih, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser | 8. Business Award Honorees: Laurie Rowen, left, who with Erin Giglia, right, were Outstanding Small Business honorees for Montage Legal Group; Ben Burley, representing The Capital Group Companies, Outstanding Large Corporation; Charles Antis, for Antis Roofing and Waterproofing, Outstanding Mid-Size Business | 9. PBS SoCal’s Maria Hall-Brown, who was Mistress of Ceremonies, with AFP-OC President Keegan Bell | 10. Judge’s Committee CoChairs John Christensen and Janet Ray 10

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Harvesters Net More Than $1 Million at 25th Anniversary Benefit South Coast Plaza, celebrating its 50th Anniversary, hosted the Harvesters 25th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon in a plaza-based pavillon, which drew 450 guests to enjoy the latest fall/winter fashions and a delicious Water Grill-catered lunch. The proceeds provided three million meals for the hungry through Second Harvest Food Bank.

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1. Harvesters’ founders Jennifer Van Berg and Jill Johnson Tucker | 2. Event Chairmen Yvonne Moyano and Crisi Hosea | 3. Event Co-Chairmen Melissa Knode, Jennifer Segerstrom, Susan Etchandy, Michelle Janvas and Ann Smyth | 4. Executive Committee member Lauren Wong and guest JoAnn Fanticola | 5. SHFB CEO Nicole Suydam, right, with Volcom CEO Todd Hymel | 6. South Coast Plaza Director of Communications Kathryn Cenci, Co-Managing Partner Elizabeth Segerstrom, wife of Partner Anton Segerstrom, Jennifer Segerstrom, and Executive Director of Marketing Debra Gunn Downing | 7. Fendi | 8. George and Terry Schreyer | 9. Executive Committee member Joelle Hamontree and Advisory Board member Lori Anderson | 10. Oscar de la Renta, one of the many South Coast Plaza luxury fashion retailers showcased in the fashion presentation

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"Chapman Celebrates" Wows with Honors, Entertainment and Gala Dinner

The Duffer Brothers '07 of Netflix fame for showstopper "Stranger Things" and extraordinary donors Sarah Ann and Dale Fowler '58 were honored at the 37th Annual "Chapman Celebrates" scholarship benefit (raising $1.5 million), while 100 Chapman student performers wowed guests. Dinner and dancing was the frosting on the cake!

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1. Board of Trustees Chairman Wylie Aitken and his wife Bette, Ross and Matt Duffer ‘07 (Alumni Achievement Award recipients), President Daniele Struppa, Sarah Ann and Dale E. Fowler ‘58 (Citizens of the Year honorees) | 2. Honorary Chairs Julianne and George L. Argyros ‘59 | 3. Bob Bassett, Dean of Chapman’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, Alumni Achievement Award recipients Matt and Ross Duffer, President Daniele Struppa, Akin Ceylann’90, President of the Chapman University Alumni Association | 4. Vice Chairs Kerry and Gavin S. Herbert, Jr. | 5. Soloist Aubree Bouché and dancers perform “Let It Go” from Disney’s “Frozen.” Student performance held in Julianne Argyros Orchestra Hall at Chapman’s Musco Center for the Arts | 6. Gala dining and dancing for more than 800 guests held in a massive tent on the Chapman University grounds | 7. Tap dancers entertain during the “Anything Goes” musical number | 8. Gala table settings | 9. The Heros band entertains for dancing | 10. The dancing crowd 12

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AROUND TOWN Crystal Vision Philanthropy Award (named after the foundation’s founding chairman) was longtime board member Bill Healey. Dr. Emily Harris inspired as the foundation’s youth speaker by telling how she overcame challenges to become a doctor, and keynote speaker and NFL Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott congratulated the foundation for its amazing donors and programs that help foster youth.

NEW PERMANENT SCHOOL PANTRY IN ANAHEIM Community Action Partnership of Orange Tom Stillwell

JOURNEY BACK TO A SIMPLER TIME

County, in partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, has launched its new Permanent School Pantry, La Colonia Market, in the Anaheim Independencia Family Resource Center. The

Tom Stillwell started his own Facebook site in 2010

mission of the School Pantry Program is to help

called “I Grew Up In Newport Beach BEFORE it was

alleviate hunger in America through the provision

the OC,” and it now has 14,000 followers. He was

of food to children and their families. They are

recently the featured speaker at the Balboa Island

located on the grounds of a school or communi-

Museum’s Speaker’s Series in collaboration with the

ty-based organization to provide a more readily

City of Newport Beach Arts Commission, and 150 peo-

accessible source of food assistance.

ple showed up to the sold-out affair. Held in the Central Library Friends Room, Stillwell entertained with his

A CELEBRATION OF CABLE

amazing collection of photos and creatively produced

Talented jeweler and sculptor David Yurman,

videos to show a simpler time. He introduced the

well-known for creating a cable motif in his jewelry

NBB4OC Project, where he will work with the Museum

designs, has authored his first book called, David

to interview people and preserve memories.

Yurman: Cable. He made a personal appearance at the David Yurman store in South Coast Plaza in celebration of his book launch, and the packed crowd of Yurman lovers, 170-strong, bought every book! General Manager Jill Glick was ecstatic.

The humble man, always thankful for his amazing success, began his cable pursuit in 1983 when he twisted 52 feet of gold strands into helix-shaped bracelets, and the rest is history.

SUCCESS ALL-ROUND The 2017 KidWorks’ Foundation for Success Luncheon held at the Doubletree Hotel in Santa Honoree Bill Healey, youth speaker Dr. Emily Harris, keynote speaker Ronnie Lott/Photo: Ann Chatillon

TWENTY YEARS OF GIVING AND NURTURING

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Ana set a record by netting $731,000 to help fund its afterschool education and leadership development programs. Philanthropist David A. Pyle was presented the 2017 Dan Donahue Leadership Award for his fervent support for KidWorks’ youth and families. Alfred Padilla, one of the nonprofit’s amazing

The Orangewood Foundation’s 20th Annual

success stories, was also recognized, while keynote

Ambassador Luncheon, held at the Hilton Orange

speaker Chad Williams, author of the best-selling

County in Costa Mesa, drew 550 guests to net

book, SEAL of God, spoke about coming to terms

more than $50,000 for the foundation’s programs.

with the direction of his life and his subsequent

This year’s recipient of the General William Lyon

journey through the grueling Naval Ops training.

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OUR TOWN Arts to its list of performance venues. To celebrate, the college planned a series of

BRAVO!

anniversary events honoring special friends during its 2017-2018 academic season. (See details in sidebar.)

CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY'S COLLEGE OF PERFORMING ARTS TURNS 10 ANNIVERSARY EVENTS AND RECEPTIONS CONTINUE THROUGH 2018

A LEADER IN TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATION Most important is that such growth has enriched students’ academic experience and opened doors to unique real-world collaborations, strengths that will flourish even more in the next decade, says Dr. Giulio Ongaro, dean of the college.

“We have a blueprint for growth and we know where to put our resources. There are many ways in which we can enhance the current plan for the University by our presence.

We also set our sights on reaching out to the

CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY’S COLLEGE OF PERFORMING ARTS TURNS 10 THIS

community, so we can increase the level of

YEAR, MARKING A DECADE AS A CULTURAL LEADER IN ORANGE COUNTY AND

collaboration with various educational, cultural

A PREEMINENT TRAINING GROUND FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY’S

and community organizations. We want to

NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS.

be ambassadors for the University and show

Since the University gathered its theatre, dance and music departments together in

everyone the value to having such a great cul-

one cultural arts powerhouse, it has grown to include nearly 500 students, appointed

tural and educational institution as Chapman

two Presidential Fellows to its faculty and added the elegant Musco Center for the

University in Orange County,” Ongaro says.

Since the college’s founding, the Department of Dance has received accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Dance/ Photo: Tim Alger)

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Musco Center for the Arts is home to several student productions each year/Photo: John Saade)

Campus collaborations have blossomed,

Mindful of Chapman’s connections to

believe that the next 10 years will mark a won-

as well. Ongaro envisions such partnerships

Southern California’s music and performing

derful period of growth and consolidation for

as a hallmark, evidenced by new programs

arts industries, the college has strategically

the college as one of the premier performing

and even in Chapman Celebrates, the

added select programs. They are:

arts programs in the country.”

University’s stage revue performed every fall at its gala benefiting student scholarships.

“I really think it is in the second decade

• Minors in music technology and film music.

• A theatre technology emphasis within the B.A. in theatre

TENTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

of the College of Performing Arts that we

• The Master of Music in Keyboard

will truly fulfill the potential of the collabo-

Collaborative Arts for graduate students

The College of Performing Arts is marking 10

ration. One obvious point of connection is

seeking performance and teaching careers.

years of transforming lives with a 2017-18 season

Chapman Celebrates, which has students

Other notable achievements include the

that includes some signature events, several of

and faculty from all three departments

naming of the Hall-Musco Conservatory of

which have honored or will honor special friends.

collaborating on the project,” he says. “But

Music, accreditation of the Department of

Early this fall, the college honored Bette Aitken,

we are working on creating classes where

Theatre and the Department of Dance, and

Joann Leatherby and Judy Garfi-Partridge. For

students from all three departments and

reaccreditation of the conservatory.

more information or to buy tickets for winter and spring events, visit chapman.edu/copa.

from other departments on campus could collaborate on creative work. And we have been hiring new faculty who span more than one discipline.”

Even one of the new majors the college added recently is a partnership. The BFA in

ON WITH THE SHOW Now, Ongaro is busy harnessing those

DANCE MASTERS AT CHAPMAN

successes to drive it into an even brighter

A Performance with Legends Dwight

future that will serve Chapman, its students

Rhoden, Clifford Williams and Ido Tadmor

and the greater community.

Memorial Hall Jan. 5-7

screen acting is a joint degree with Dodge

“With the great support we are receiving

College of Film and Media Arts and attracts

from the University, with our outstanding fac-

highly qualified students on a national level

ulty, and talented students, we are constantly

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF IMAGINATION

looking to enroll in the rare program that

thinking of ways to continue to improve an

Desdemona: A Play About a Handkerchief

combines both stage and screen training.

already excellent college,” Ongaro says. “I do

Waltmar Theatre Feb. 15, 2018

Theatre students have the opportunity to perform in a variety of works, ranging from Shakespeare (Merchant of Venice pictured here, directed

by Tom Bradac) to 20th-century classics to contemporary stories that address current social themes/Photo: Dale Dudeck

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF PASSION Opera Chapman In Honor of Marybelle Musco Musco Center for the Arts April 20, 2018 CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF VISION 44th Annual Sholund Scholarship Concert In Honor of the Women of Chapman Musco Center for the Arts May 12, 2018

Theatre alumnus Mike Lee ’13 is an automation programmer for Tait, one of the entertainment industry’s biggest automation firms. Theatre majors can specialize in theatre technology/Photo: Mike Lee January 2018 | Newport Beach Lifestyle

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

Hula, Opera and Organs, THIS SEASON, IRVINE BARCLAY THEATRE IS SIGNIFICANTLY EXPANDING ITS ARTSREACH PROGRAMMING WITH AN ESPECIALLY ECLECTIC MENU OF UNIQUE EXPERIENCES FOR LUCKY PARTICIPANTS. From reimagined Americana to traditional Hula, from classical opera to the world’s first and only International Touring Organ, these innovative educational programs connect featured main-stage artists with students of all ages in the most inspiring and transformative ways. Stressing hands-on

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interaction, the Barclay is creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences that foster greater appreciation and understanding of the arts.

Dance Theatre of Harlem's Ballet Master Keith Saunders/ Photo: Nina Wurtzel

This season’s ArtsReach programming includes: CONTEMPORARY DANCE Members

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UCI’s

Contemporary

Dance

Immersion program, The Wooden Floor, and local high school and university students will enjoy ArtsReach activities with renowned dance companies–Dance Theatre of Harlem, Diavolo, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, and Aspen-Santa Fe Ballet, and with flamenco great, Eva Yerbabuena.

AMERICAN JAZZ More than 1,000 elementary students from Santa Ana and Irvine schools will participate in engaging, age-tailored workshops with the musicians and master teachers of Metta Quintet and their highly-acclaimed JazzReach program. They’ll also present an interactive, multi-media, family-oriented performance at the Barclay.

REIMAGINED AMERICANA The Bumper Jacksons blend jazz, early blues, old-time music and country swing

CLASSICAL OPERA Straight

from

Metropolitan

Opera,

Alyson

Cambridge, will expose observing students to the real world of opera as she works on-stage, one-on-one, and coaching three singers selected from the group.

into an exhilarating repertoire of modern American roots music and will delight students with an on-site workshop.

These ArtsReach events take place on-site, at local schools and community centers, and offer students unparalleled access to experience the arts with the Barclay’s acclaimed, main-stage artists. Activities like master classes, Q&A’s, in-school work-

MUSIC & TECHNOLOGY

shops, performance attendance, behind-the-scenes tours, artist interviews, one-

Organ virtuoso, composer-performer, Cameron

on-one coaching, and family shows are fun and educational ways to pique interest

Carpenter, will reveal the art and science behind his

and participation. Local schools and organizations clamor to participate as the arts

International Touring Organ, a groundbreaking dig-

programs enrich students’ lives in many profound ways.

ital organ of his own design, in an on-site workshop.

Participation in ArtsReach activities inspires young people to explore the arts and helps them develop stronger minds, increased confidence and competence, and

CULTURAL TRADITIONS

essential emotional intelligence. Generous Barclay ArtsReach supporters under-

Authentic hula royalty, Halau O Kekuhi, will

stand and appreciate the contributions such programs make to the community and

shares beliefs and practices transmitted through a

support the initiative with their time, expertise and resources. To learn more about

matrilineal succession of eight generations of hula

ArtsReach, please call the Barclay at (949) 854-4607. TheBarclay.org

masters during public master classes.

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LPA won design award for the Starr Atrium at Edwards Lifesciences/ Photo: LPA, Inc. Costra Photography

SINCE 2011, AIA ORANGE COUNTY (AIAOC) CHAPTER PRESIDENT BRETT DOUGHERTY HAS LED THE STUDENT DESIGN COMPETITION, AND PARTICIPATED IN THE 2017 DESIGN AWARDS AND ART WALK COMMITTEES. Dougherty is also a director on the AIA California Council Board of Directors, as well as the California Architecture Foundation Board of Directors.

Here in Orange County, Daugherty is not only in charge of implementing AIA’s core values, but is also responsible for finding solutions to the OC demographical inflow, (a 5.4% increase from 2010 to 2016, according to the US census bureau), and, consequently, the future demand for housing. As a natural facilitator and problem-solver, Daugherty is ready to help develop new policies that generate better, stronger and a more equitable and sustainable community. He defines the three main OC issues to be affordability, availability and responsibility.

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Chapter Presdeint Brett Dougherty

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) was originally founded in 1857 by 13 architects. Since its inception, the organization has grown considerably with more than 90,000 members, and 260 chapters around the world. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AIA advocates for the value of architecture and the power of design. The organization provides architects with resources that allow them to excel in their work. Some examples are: a core of values grounded on climate change, immigration, infrastructure, sustainability, fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement of all individuals.

“To solve these issues, we need first-rate coordination and partnership with all municipal bodies. Making sure the city and county level are aligned, is key,” says Daugherty. “Currently, there is no specific action plan, but one should be drafted and implemented in the same way other cities like San Diego or San Francisco have done.”

He believes that architects should be much more involved in the urban discussions. All AIAOC members are committed to engage in the policy-making process and to focus the power of design on solving all these challenges facing the Orange County community.

The organization offers architects learning opportunities, such as lectures, tours and outreach to the community through the organization of design-based competitions. Last September, AIAOC announced the award winners of its signature event, The Design Awards. The awards honor innovative solutions to the architectural challenges facing Orange County, regardless of project category, type, or budget. All architectural projects were evaluated and judged by a jury of industry leaders. The winners were those who provided an advance in the built environment and the visual landscape of the county in the commercial and residential categories. There are three different awards per category: Honor, Merit and Citation.

Some of the iconic OC awarded buildings are: Yazdani Studio of Cannon Design for its Kaiser Kraemer Radiation Oncology Center;

Studio PCH's award-winning interior design for Nobu Newport Beach

LPA, Inc. for the California State University, East Bay, Student and Faculty Support Center, the Orange Coast College Interdisciplinary Classroom Buildings, Culinary Arts Academy and District Office, for The Atrium at Edwards Life Sciences and the Volcom Headquarters.

Awards also went to Studio PCH for Nobu Newport Beach; Berliner for its Magnolia Science Academy in Santa Ana; both Shubin Donaldson and Lionakis with projects outside OC; and to KTGY the Inspire Award for its Park House project consisting of 357 shipping containers that create 119 residential units.

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OC DESIGN AWARDS

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LPA President Dan Heinfeld

One of the main Design Awards recipients this year was LPA, Inc. The firm is one of the largest architectural, planning, landscape, engineering, and interior design firms in the country. Directed and inspired by its president Dan Heinfeld, the firm has focused on a multidisciplinary team and client collaboration working method, in addition to an integrated sustainable model that enables them to work holistically to create projects that do more with less…more design and fewer resources. By following these guidelines, the firm has defined a model for the future.

LPA has been an active member of AIAOC since 1965, with three members in the chapter: Dan Heinfeld (President), Glenn Carels

LPA won design award for Orange Coast College's Interdisciplinary Classroom Buildings/Photo: LPA, Inc Costra Photography

(CDO) and Wendy Rogers (CEO). The firm has sponsored a variety of programs such as the AIAOC Student Design Competition, students with scholarships, professional mentorship, and hosts all design competition meetings including the final jury process.

Other LPA designs awarded were Orange Coast College Interdisciplinary Classroom Buildings. The 91,000-square-

“AIA is the only voice that our profession has and being an active

foot, three-story building was designed to house faculty

member is a way to shape public policy on issues that are important

offices, lecture and laboratory space, and computer labs for

to the A & E industry,” Heinfeld says. As an example, Heinfeld points

the Mathematics, Business and Computing programs. Volcom

to the critical water supply situation in OC and recommends the

Headquarters award design relies on the Volcom brand for

usage of grey water systems. “In a state that imports 55 to 65 per-

inspiration. The corporate headquarters space takes on a hand-

cent of its water, there are needs in any given year from the Colorado

crafted, almost bohemian aesthetic, incorporating simple, utili-

River…15 to 20 percent of all electricity used in a year, is used to

tarian materials, used in an extraordinary way.

move water. California should be looking at sustainable alternatives for water use at project specific, regional and state levels.”

LPA is responsible for many notable structures across Orange county. For example, the AG Headquarters in Irvine,

LPA was also awarded for two projects outside Orange County: California State University, San Bernardino’s Center for Global Innovation and the Culinary Arts Academy and District office at Centennial Plaza in Riverside.

the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach, the Irvine

Studio PCH, located in Malibu, CA, is a boutique design firm with

Company’s Fashion Island and Spectrum towers, the Sage Hill

a leading edge in the hospitality design industry. Founded in 2008 by

School and Newport Harbor High School.

French architect Severine Tatangelo, the firm specializes in blurring

This year, LPA’s design of the Starr Atrium at Edwards

the line between exterior and interior spaces and creating an archi-

Lifesciences campus received the Honor and COTE Award. The

tecture that compliments the southern California climate, geography

new 25,000-square-foot space is a major gathering place and

and lifestyle. The firm has completed projects all over the world, and

serves as gateway to the Edwards Lifesciences campus. In addition,

2017 was its first year participating in the AIAOC Design Awards. It

LPA’s California State University, East Bay, Student and Faculty

was awarded for the design of NOBU restaurant in Newport Beach.

Support Center received the Merit and COTE Award. The five-story,

The firm believes that development projects such as the Newport

67,000-square-foot building will house administrative and faculty

Beach Lido Marina Village, of which Nobu Newport Beach restau-

offices, support space, and the campus Welcome Center.

rant is a part, help the visitor’s experience to the marina. Studio PCH worked closely with developer DJM capital to ensure the restaurant fit the vision for the urban landscape.

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Courtney Conlogue, who calls Huntington Beach her home, is a top-ranked surfer on the world circuit

CURIOSITY AND PASSION FOR THE SPORT KEEPS THIS SURFER ON OVERDRIVE

ON THE ROAD TO

No.1 CURRENTLY RANKED #3 IN THE WORLD, SANTA ANA NATIVE COURTNEY CONLOGUE CALLS HUNTINGTON BEACH HER SECOND HOME.

“I spend as much time there as I do at my house,” says Conlogue, excitedly.

Since age four, Conlogue can remember that weekends were made for family togetherness at the beach getting sun-kissed, sandy and surfing until dusk.

“Going to the beach was a family ordeal. We would go on the weekends and spend the whole day there. That was our way of bonding,” she reminisces.

Around age five, Conlogue recalls her father, Richard, walking her down the Huntington Beach Pier. He showed her the infamous Northside, a popular break for many locals, and told her that one day she would be able to surf there.

A few short months later, Conlogue surfed that break and began her journey without ever turning back. Too young to really grasp surf competitions and without family pressure pushing her to compete, Conlogue kept on surfing and gaining strength and confidence.

In 2004, she entered her first surf competition, a Hello Kitty Board Fest at ARTICLE DIANA KRUPA

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Huntington’s Taco Bell Reef. Winning a small prize purse, she bought a puppy and named him Drako. Conlogue, still not focused on competing, kept on surfing with no care in the world except for her family, school and her new puppy.

Around age nine, Mike Doheny, a locally-known surfer, suggested to her family that they enter Conlogue into NSSA (National Scholastic Surfing Association) competitions. Once they agreed, she found herself in the finals competing against boys who today are top-ranked surfers and on the World Surfing League (WSL) Champions Tour. The rest, as they say, is history.

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Conlogue, defending her title in April, 2017, to win the World Surf League's Pro Bells Beach competition in Victoria, Australia

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ON THE ROAD TO NO. 1

(CON TI N U ED)

“I WANTED TO SHOW WOMEN’S SURFING AS At the time of this writing, the 2017 WSL’s women's world title race is one of the closest in history, with five of the sport's biggest names still very much in the mix heading into the final event of the season (Maui Women’s Pro). Sally Fitzgibbons is clinging to a razor-thin lead over Tyler Wright, with Conlogue right on their heels in third place.

Conlogue is in her seventh year on tour. She is focused and stronger than ever with her only challenge not having enough hours in the day.

“A world title is my priority, and I am looking forward to winning it,” says Conlogue with her inner “Sea Tiger” voice, a nickname she was given at age four. “I am very competitive.

My surfing style is like a tiger in the heat,” she giggles.

STRONG, BEAUTIFUL AND GRACEFUL. I BELIEVE THAT STRENGTH IS BEAUTY,” SAYS CONLOGUE ABOUT THE VULNERABILITY SHE HAD OVERCOME TO TAKE PART IN THIS SPECIAL ISSUE. “I BELIEVE IN BEING YOUR AUTHENTIC TRUE SELF.” Throughout her career, Conlogue has had plenty of sponsors. Billabong, Rockstar, Swatch, Toyota of Huntington

When not surfing or traveling the world while on tour,

Beach, Sexwax, Swatch Works, and Verizon are some of

Conlogue’s life continues to stay busy. Last year, she was part

them. Her passion for art and philanthropy has no bounds,

of ESPN Magazine’s body issue. For the shoot she had had to

and so she is an active contributor of SurfAid and A Walk

overcome a big challenge by surfing naked.

on Water, two events that are near and dear to her heart. In addition, her love for teaching the less privileged to surf stimulates her. With this tight agenda, Conlogue still found time

Conlogue, in a relaxed moment, at the 2016 Roxy Pro France

to design a Carver Skateboard. Is there anything this young 24-year-old cannot fit into her schedule?

After the final tour event in Hawaii, we suspect upon her return home, she will hit Huntington Beach for some waves, a meal at Bear Flag Fish Co. (a favorite of hers), and a short but sweet staycation at Paséa hotel.

“As much as I love to travel, it always feels good to come home,” says Conlogue.

You can follow Conlogue’s progress at WorldSurfLeague.com, as well as the WSL mobile app.

Conlogue, competing in the 2016 Cascais Women’s Pro in Cascais, Portugal, which she won as the defending event champion

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

BEYOND ARTICLE ANDREA POE

POLITICS

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Kitchen at Le DeSales

FORGET POLITICS–JUST FOR A MOMENT–AND DELVE INTO THE WASHINGTON, D.C. THAT BELONGS TO ALL OF US

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TIGHTLY PACKED TOWN WITH A POPULATION OF ABOUT 600,000, IT IS WEDGED BETWEEN MARYLAND AND VIRGINIA. From its beginnings, it has always rolled out the welcome mat to people from around the country and the world. Because of the influx of energy of this power hub, the world’s capital is one of the most dynamic places on earth.

Washington is one of those rare cities that you never really “know.” Capture it once and it moves on again.

It’s always evolving–from food trucks to pop-up shops, from newly minted cycling lanes to the latest museum (most recently, the opening of the National

Museum of African American History and Culture).

Of course, D.C. has many world-class museums filled with extraordinary

treasures (Declaration of Independence, anyone?). There’s the Air & Space Museum with Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis and the National Gallery of Art with works by da Vinci and other masters. The National Museum of the American Indian is a testament to this country’s first civilization and just happens to have the best museum cafeteria. (Tip: Try the plank-smoked salmon at the Pacific Northwest kiosk.).

One of the city’s most powerful museums is the United States Holocaust Museum, where each visitor is assigned an identity so the exhibits become visceral experiences. The Renwick Gallery, dedicated to American craftspeople, invites visitor to lie down on the floor and contemplate the expansive ceiling art. And, the hands-on International Spy Museum focuses on spies through the ages from Mata Hari to 21st century espionage agents.

D.C.’s wide boulevards and sturdy buildings give an air of gravitas to this city, but it also has an authentic thread of fun running through it. To tap into the lighter side, head to the Adams Morgan neighborhood, where graffiti-imprinted walls set the stage for art galleries and indie bookshops, such as Idle Time Books prized for its rare books. Spend an afternoon at Union Market, where locals burrow in to sample sashimi, empanadas and Korean BBQ from artisanal purveyors, before shopping for small-batch soap and retro-chic aprons at Salt & Sundry.

Culinary competition is steep, so you can count on eating well. A few standouts include Masseria, an ode to the chef’s Puglia ancestry that renders homemade orecchiette tossed with rapini and tomatoes; Le Desales, where chef Rafael Francois, who hails from Le Cirque in New York, delivers high notes even in the appetizer round, like a done-right country duck pate; and Jose Andres’ original Jaleo, which upholds it reputation, thanks to reliable tapas like the classic gambas al ajillos or garlic shrimp.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

(CON TI N U ED)

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The sheer number of hotels makes D.C. a great place to bed down. Among the best with a political bent: The Watergate– yup that one–offers a nod to its infamous Nixonian past with

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Instagram-worthy details that echo its iconic shape, including spherical lamps and conical planters. Head to the rooftop for a 360-view of the city and the Potomac. Two blocks from the White House stands the imposing Willard Intercontinental, a power center for the nation’s capital since 1850. Here, linger in the marble-clad lobby to people watch, book a room overlooking the Washington Monument and sip a signature mint julep inside the iconic Round Robin bar off the lobby.

Despite its solid history, it is in a near constant state of renewal.

And, that’s precisely what makes it an exciting place to visit time and time again. So, next time someone brings up D.C. and says, “I don’t want to talk about politics” you can say, as locals do, “No problem…Washington, D.C. has got plenty else to talk about.”

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Then, there were Amelia’s desserts. Macarons and creamy custard-filled Napoleons. Confections that sometimes outshone her husband’s savory efforts.

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The restaurant in Newport Beach is elegant but not stuffy. It’s homey and comforting, with odes to the French countryside and Paris’ refined bistros. Here, the chefs helm the kitchen and exhibit a few techniques reminiscent of The Ritz in Paris.

An opening night soirée felt like the couple’s own housewarming party. The chefs Marneau welcomed family, friends and VIPs for a sneak peek at the restaurant. Several loyal fans rejoiced that they didn’t forget the classic favorites: Charcuterie freshly sliced with a variety of cheeses and seasonal accoutrements. A soft egg custard served warm in-shell with seared foie gras and a whisper of truffle oil delighted guests, while freshly shucked oysters and bubbly Champagne signaled that the couple is back and ready to party.

While the dishes continue to remain well executed and refined, there is still one hitch: no lunch service. At the old location, an afternoon lunch would serendipitously linger for hours. That was another charming element of Marchè Moderne. I will miss that. However, I’m looking forward to the Marneau’s next chapter.

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PARTING THOUGHTS

ARTICLE DEIRDRE MICHALSKI

I Stand Resolute

for 2018!

BY NOW I HAVE FLIPPED THE PAGE OF MY BRAND

turned 90 years old, and be supportive to my son, hus-

NEW DAY-TIMER TO JANUARY, 2018. Yes, I still use a

band and our dog Riley. Being a Mom is not always easy,

paper calendar. And, in doing so, I know that three things

and we are pulled in many directions. I try to be con-

are going to happen, as they do every year for the past

nected and let them know I love them, but I can always

twenty. First, I am going to enjoy a long walk along the

do better. Life’s distractions get in the way. This year we

Laguna coastline and ponder the close of 2017, reflect-

are doing a family trip, and I cannot wait to have them all

ing on all the good and some sad things that have hap-

to myself in Park City for a ski week!

pened. Secondly, I am going to mentally flip through my

Resolution #3 is to “Embrace Technology.” Every

new calendar, month by month, exploring all the trips

gadget I purchase seems to sit on the shelf until I can

and fun events I have planned for 2018. These all give

get someone to help me figure it out. I have a Bluetooth

me inspiration and topics to write about and photo-

speaker in my living room for music, and I forget by the

graph. Third, I am going to make four New Year’s resolu-

next time what to do. I see buttons and my eyes glaze

tions, which I will promptly break (or bend)–at least one

over. My husband made a copy of the remote controls

or two–but, I’m good with that.

and then marked on the paper, Step #1 with an arrow.

For me, New Year’s resolutions always involve improving

Step #2 and another arrow. It is really embarrassing, but

in four key areas: my body, my family, learning and giving

I am determined to improve and embrace devices with

back. I think those are noble goals…so here goes. And, feel

buttons and switches. Wish me luck on this one!

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15 pounds this past year. But, now I am on to the next 15

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pounds. I am really hoping I can do this. I have deleted

for 2018 and do more to give back to others.

desserts from my menu (for the most part) and that is

So, there you have it. A window into my world for

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