Theater District Living and Learning
PROJECT INFO
Location: La Jolla, CA
Jurisdiction: UC San Diego
Sq ft: 1.5 Million
Construction Type: Mixed use (residential, academic, commercial/retail, dining, parking structure)
Value: $565 Million
Year Completed: Phase 1 in August 2023. Final completion August of 2024
Intelisyn Services: Project management services during the construction and move-in phases.
Team:
- Owners: UC San Diego
- Architect: HKS and EYRC
- Contractor: Kitchell
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
TDLLN unifies diverse programs into a dynamic and inclusive neighborhood. Spanning 10 acres, it includes 2,000 undergraduate beds, classrooms, a meeting center, Market Hall, and retail spaces. Its proximity to renowned performing arts venues like the La Jolla Playhouse strengthens campus-community ties, enriching student life and fostering meaningful interactions among students, faculty, and neighbors.
Project-Specific Recognition:
- 2025 DBIA National Award of Excellence – Educational Facilities
- 2025 Student Housing Business Innovator Award, Best Architecture/Design
- 2021 AIALA NEXT Design Merit Award – Educational
- 2020 AIA San Diego Chapter Merit Award, Urban Design
- Award of Merit – Higher Education/Research at the 2025 ENR Regional Best Projects
- Award of Merit – Excellence in Sustainability at the 2025 ENR Regional Best Projects
- 2025 National Award of Excellence – Education Facilities, Best in Design – Architecture, Best in Teaming/Leadership at the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)