About The Firm
AVRP Studios originated in 1976, when Doug Austin began a small design firm out of his home. Almost 50 years later, the firm has designed billions of dollars’ worth of iconic projects that brings together design, nature, and community, both domestically and internationally. AVRP Studios is known across the region for its decades of Innovative Design Solutions, Creativity and Planning some of the most prominent, visionary and vibrant projects in California.
Decades of Design Excellence
Celebrating almost 50 years, the firm and its principals have earned over 150 design awards. Project types include mixed use, multifamily, workplace, education, healthcare and other community-focused design. The firm is lead by three principals, Douglas Austin, FAIA, LEED AP,MAIBC, Christopher Veum, AAIA, IIDIA and Randy Robbins, AIA.
Design Approach
At AVRP Studios, our design approach is shaped by a team of creativeindividuals working in close collaboration with visionary clients. We believethe design process starts with asking the right questions, ensuring that everyproject is thoughtfully informed by its context and surroundings. Whether inan open landscape or a dense urban core, we focus on creatingcommunities, buildings, and spaces that not only enrich the lives of theirusers but also respond to the unique needs of each client.
Design Values
Ask the Right Questions
By rigorously questioning context, vision, and client needs along side codes and constraints, we craft people-centered designs that truly respond to each site.
Design and Sustainability Are Intertwined
Sustainability is woven into every stage of our process, delivering maximum value with minimal resources for lasting environmental, economic, and social benefit.
Design Tells a Story
Through close collaboration we choreograph spaces that narrate a site’s history and purpose, creating memorable environments that resonate with users and place.
Constant Innovation
Committed to continual innovation, we embrace emerging technologies and partnerships to push boundaries and solve complex challenges for our clients.
Meet The Team
Douglas H. Austin
Founder | Chairman | CEO
Chris Veum
President
Randy Robbins
Principal
Tomasz Anielski
Principal
Pablo Collin
Director of Urban Buildings | Architect
Anna Dalton
Controller
Catherine Hughes
Director of Interior Design
Zane Ely
Senior Associate | Architect
Awards
OVER 45 YEARS OF DESIGN RECOGNITION
2007
San Luis Obispo Beautiful Award: California Polytechnic State University Center for Construction Excellence
Winner - International Design Competition: Futian Science and Technology Plaza
2006
SAM Residential Design:: Best Residential Urban Design (8 stories and over) - Smart Corner
AIA National Convention Home Tour: The Lone Torrey Residence
Winner International Design Competition: Cyber Two, Jakarta
2005
ULI San Diego/ Tijuana: In-fill Redevelopment Project Award - Smart Corner
2004
PCBC Gold Nugget Awards: Merit Award: Best Office/Professional Building - SDG&E Mission Skills Training Center
PCBC Gold Nugget Awards: Merit Award: Best Office/Professional Building - Cymer Inc.
PCBC Gold Nugget Awards: Grand Award Commercial - SDG&E Mission Skills Training Center
AIA San Diego Chapter: Citation Award - The Lone Torrey Residence
Winner - Design Competition: California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Student Housing
2003
SMPS California Construction: Best of the Year Awards - Cymer CSD 6 Building
SD Architectural Foundation Orchids & Onions Awards: Orchid Award - Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Merit Award, Best Custom Home 4,000 to 6,000 S.F. - The Lone Torrey Residence Center
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Merit Awards - Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Grand Award - Congregation Beth Israel
CCAIA/CMACN Awards: Grand Award, Best Public/Private Special Use Facility - Congregation Beth Israel
2002
Faith & Form Magazine and AIA IFRAA Awards Program: Congregation Beth Israel
MCAA International Award of Excellence in Concrete Block Construction Best of Show: Congregation Beth Israel
Winner - Design Competition: Children’s Museum Tower and Master Plan
2001
City of Chula Vista: Innovation Design Award - Sharp Rees - Stealy Medical Office Building
City of Chula Vista: City Beautification Award - San Diego County Credit Union
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Merit Award - Martin Luther King Jr. Promenade Children’s Park & Pond
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Merit Award - Wells Fargo Van Kasper
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Grand Award - Wells Fargo Van Kasper
2000
AIA Central Coast: Merit Award (Unbuilt) - California Polytechnic State University, Swanton Ranch, Center for the Environment
1999
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Merit Award: Best Office / Professional Building - Center Point
PCBC Gold Nugget Award: Merit Award: Aviara Golf Resort Clubhouse