We are delighted to announce that the Mingei International Museum Transformation has been honored by @aianational with an Honor Award for Interior Architecture in 2024. 👏
“The awards celebrate the most innovative and spectacular interior spaces. Impressive building interiors make their mark on the cities, places, and spaces where we live and work.”- @aianational
📸 @nic.lehoux
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#architecture #mingeiinternationalmuseum #aianational #sandiego #balboapark
The Mingei International Museum Transformation has been honored by the @thechicagoathenaeummuseum with an Honorable Mention in the International Awards for 2022.
The International Design awards recognize the most significant and inspirational buildings around the globe - with over 450 submissions from 48 countries - setting a global standard for architectural achievement worldwide.
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📸 @nic.lehoux and @paulriveraphotography
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#architecture #museum #chicago #sandiego #balboapark
AIASD is pleased to welcome Jennifer Luce, FAIA to our 2026 lecture series!
Jennifer has led LUCE et studio architects for over 35 years. The studio has always been passionate about collaboration, especially with artists in cross disciplinary fields. Mingei International Museum’s transformation, completed in 2021, is a testament to how a strong architectural narrative combined with the infusion of art can encourage growth, change and philosophical expression. The Mingei’s mission of presenting works of craft, design and folkart has been inspiration for the studio’s interpretation of what Mingei means to architecture.
Join us in Jennifer’s design, the La Atayala Theatre at Mingei Museum on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 PM
Link in bio to register!
We are thrilled to share that our team will be embarking on the transformation of the Balboa Park Visitor Center.
As Balboa Park deepens its programming and civic engagement, a new visitor center will celebrate history and share in the evolution of this nationally recognized 1,400 acre urban park.
A huge thank you to Forever Balboa Park (@foreverbalboapark ) for their continued support and dedication to preserving and enhancing the park’s legacy, and for trusting us with this opportunity. Their commitment to this project is inspiring. We are honored to take part in shaping a space at the very heart of the city and look forward to contributing to the next chapter of Balboa Park’s story.
#balboapark #foreverbalboapark
We are honored to be a part of Space Maker, an upcoming exhibition at the La Jolla Historical Society. Thank you @lajollahistory , @miki_iwasaki , and the curatorial team for showcasing our work alongside an inspiring lineup of creators.
Join us this Friday, February 20, 6-7:30pm for the opening of Space Maker. Examining where design, art, and architecture meet, the exhibition features a blend of historic works and contemporary pieces by regional artists presenting wide-ranging interpretations of form, geometry, color, and place.
Opening reception:
Friday, Feb 20
6:00 - 7:30 pm
La Jolla Historical Society
780 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA
“Their knowledge of the hand and the machine are something that really attracted us to working with them.”
- Jennifer Luce, Architect + Principal of @luceetstudio
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Quarra delivered a 40-ft. Vals quartzite welcome bench on the gallery level of the @mingeimuseum in San Diego.
Expert craftsmanship, precision fabrication, & flawless execution at scale — bringing the design vision to life.
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#valsquartzite #architecturalstone #stonedesign #customstone #designexcellence
This is a story about the way bold restoration and the discovery of a hidden space have revitalized a historic landmark. 🖼️🔍 📺 Tune in to America ByDesign Episode 3 to see the comprehensive transformation of the Mingei International Museum.
📆 Saturday August 30, 9pm EDT on CBS News (New York Livestream)!
#MuseumDesign #HistoricArchitecture #SanDiegoDesign
And keep your eyes peeled for our early Producer’s Cut preview at AIA.ORG from Tuesday!
@luceetstudio
Join us for a special program presented in collaboration with Luce et Studio, details below!
WINE AND DESIGN: LUCE ET STUDIO & ET GALERIE TOUR/KESLING TALK AND BOOK LAUNCH
Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
7776 Ivanhoe Ave Suite 150, La Jolla, CA 92037
Experience the creative world of renowned architect Jennifer Luce with a special tour of her visionary studio, Luce et Studio, including her latest project, et galerie—a space that showcases a curated blend of furniture, objects, and art that transcend the boundaries of design and craft.
Following the tour, enjoy a talk by Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves focusing first on the life and work of featured architect William Kesling, followed by an inside look at the making of his new book, The Distinct Modernism of San Diego. The event will conclude with a book signing. Wine and light refreshments will be served.
Tickets: $75 includes the new book The Distinct Modernism of San Diego
Limited tickets remain for this exclusive event, purchase yours now at lajollahistory.org or through link in bio.
Photo courtesy of Luce et Studio.
To celebrate our 35th anniversary, LUCE et studio is delighted to present our third LUCE LOOT event!
Join us at our studio on July 26 and browse our “collected objects and architecture stuff”. LUCE LOOT will be selling furniture, materials, books, art, objects, and more – gathered from our projects, archives, and creative explorations over the years.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to @mingeimuseum in support of two upcoming exhibitions on mid-century craft and design.
Location: 7776 Ivanhoe Avenue, Suite 150, La Jolla, CA 92037
Date: Saturday July 26, 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
This event is open to all. We hope to see you there!