#2 Kadre Architects
“For transforming emergency housing into a joyful place to live”
Sam Lubell ·
March 18, 2025
#2 Kadre Architects
“For transforming emergency housing into a joyful place to live”
“Designed by emergency housing experts Kadre Architects and built by Ford E.C. for their longtime partners at Hope the Mission, the vibrant four-acre campus employs the firm’s signature modernist paint accents and graphic approach to create a contemporary, uplifting community for incoming residents.”
“Designed by emergency housing experts Kadre Architects and built by Ford E.C. for their longtime partners at Hope the Mission, the vibrant four-acre campus employs the firm’s signature modernist paint accents and graphic approach to create a contemporary, uplifting community for incoming residents.”
Southern California Edison has partnered with AIA|LA to recognize the achievement of exemplary residential projects that address climate-responsiveness, low-emissions, and resilient design considerations.
“This is a really strong start to a new practice with an impressive amount of realized work. They’re leveraging limited resources to enhance public and daily life.”—Stephanie Lin
The Sierra (Lancaster, CA) designed by Kadre Architects
Kadre Architects’ “The Alvarado” project won the Best of Year Award 2023 in the Multi-Unit Housing category. The design showcases a harmonious blend of modern architecture with sustainable living, offering residents a stylish yet environmentally conscious housing experience.
Congratulations to this year’s winning teams and projects!
HOUSING – WINNER
The Alvarado
Climate Positive Sustainability Award given to the Alvarado (Los Angeles, CA) designed by KADRE Architects
“Through his relentless design drive and indomitable forte for dissolving complex obstacles, Nerin Kadribegovic creates breakthrough prototypes for affordable and homeless housing…”