Recent Project & Team Awards

We’re only halfway through 2023, but it’s already been a banner year for PlaceWorks. We’re honored to have nearly a dozen projects from across the state, as well as the contributions and accomplishments of our incredible team members, receive awards from local, state, and national organizations.

Congratulations to our colleagues, clients, and partners!

Tesoro Viejo Master Plan
Master Planned Community of the Year, National Association of Home Builders

Rancho Cucamonga General Plan Update
Communitywide Excellence in Sustainability Award, National APA, Sustainable Communities

Emeryville 2023-2031 Housing Element
Best Practices Award of Excellence, California APA, Northern Section

Alameda 2023-2031 Housing Element
Comprehensive Plan Award of Merit, California APA, Northern Section

Antioch Commercial Infill Housing
Best Practices Award of Merit, California APA, Northern Section

Moorpark 2021-2029 Housing Element
Comprehensive Plan Award of Merit, California APA, Central Coast Section

Needles Land Use and Transportation Elements
Comprehensive Plan Award of Excellence, California APA, Inland Empire Section

Yucaipa 2021-2029 Housing Element
Comprehensive Plan Award of Merit, California APA, Inland Empire Section

Westminster Mall Specific Plan
Economic Planning and Development Award of Excellence, California APA, Orange Section

Norwalk Entertainment District – Civic Center Specific Plan EIR
Outstanding Environmental Analysis Document, AEP California
Environmental Planning Award of Merit, California APA, Los Angeles Section

Malibu Middle and High School Campus Specific Plan EIR
Outstanding Environmental Analysis Document, AEP California

Joint Environmental & Planning Diversity Internship Program
PlaceWorks, Ascent, Dudek, ESA, & Rincon
Award for Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, AEP California

AEP Climate Change Committee
Members include Nicole Vermilion and Tammy L. Seale
Certificate of Appreciation, AEP California