ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
Designed to enhance the pedestrian experience and connect to the commercial district a block away , 2515 El Camino plays well to Hayes Group Architects ’ strengths .
Since its founding in 1996 by Ken Hayes , the firm has entitled , designed , and built more than 200 commercial projects in neighboring Menlo Park and in Palo Alto , known for their rigorous entitlement processes .
The City of Palo Alto Architectural Review Board ( ARB ) administers the Architectural Excellence Awards program , and over the years , has bestowed this quinquennial award on projects by Hayes Group Architects , including 611 Cowper Street .
To-date , Hayes Group Architects has received more than 20 awards for its projects around the Bay Area .
As Hayes puts it , “ While our firm is recognized for modern design , we are also known for delivering for our clients architectural solutions that are sustainable , high-quality and innovative , helping to differentiate their real estate and land development projects from others ’.”
Photo credit : Patrik Argast www . thehayesgroup . com
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