Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Architecture & Planning Services in San Diego
At SGPA Architecture and Planning, we approach every project with a commitment to enriching life through design. Founded in 1969, our firm has spent over five decades creating dynamic spaces that foster human connection and community vitality. Our multidisciplinary team specializes in retail, commercial, residential, educational, senior living, and wellness projects, combining creative design with technical expertise to deliver solutions that meet client goals while enhancing neighborhoods. With three California offices in San Diego, San Francisco, and San Luis Obispo, we bring local knowledge to every project while maintaining a broader western U.S. reach.Our LEED-accredited professionals and certified green building experts prioritize sustainability without compromising functionality, working collaboratively with clients to transform complex challenges into elegant, award-winning designs that stand the test of time.
Services
Retail + Commercial
Education + Civic
Senior Living + Wellness
Residential + Mixed Use
Wellness Design
Urban Infill Development
Sustainable Architecture
Community Planning
Historic Renovation
Mixed-Use Master Plans
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- 55+ years of architectural expertise since 1969
- Multidisciplinary team with LEED-certified professionals
- Specialized in sustainable, community-focused design solutions
- Proven track record in complex urban infill projects
- Local presence with three California offices and western U.S. reach
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
- DBIA Associates
- Certified Green Building Professionals
- U.S. Green Building Council Member
Services
Retail + Commercial
Our retail and commercial architecture transforms shopping centers into vibrant mixed-use districts. We create walkable environments combining retail, entertainment, and residential elements that become neighborhood social hubs. With expertise in urban design and placemaking, we deliver spaces that enhance customer experience while meeting developers' operational needs through sustainable, cost-effective solutions.
Education + Civic
Specializing in educational and civic architecture since 2008, we design inspiring learning environments and community spaces. Our portfolio includes K-12 modernizations, university facilities, and civic parks that balance functionality with aesthetic appeal. We understand occupied campus challenges, delivering renovations that minimize disruption while creating spaces that foster learning and community engagement through contemporary, sustainable design.
Senior Living + Wellness
We create compassionate senior living environments since 1995, spanning independent living to memory care. Our designs prioritize universal accessibility, safety, and dignity while incorporating sustainable elements. We specialize in both new construction and occupied renovations, crafting spaces that support physical and emotional well-being through thoughtful layouts that encourage social interaction and maintain residents' connection to their cultural traditions.
Residential + Mixed Use
For over 20 years, we've designed inclusive residential communities including affordable housing and transit-oriented developments. Our mixed-use master plans integrate residential, retail, and communal spaces that promote walkability and economic vitality. We navigate complex entitlement processes efficiently, delivering market-rate and affordable housing projects that balance client budgets with community needs through innovative urban infill solutions.
Wellness Design
Since 2005, we've created healing environments that prioritize physical and mental well-being. Our wellness architecture includes medical clinics, PACE centers, and community health facilities designed with human-centered principles. We incorporate natural elements and mindful layouts to reduce stress while maintaining strict healthcare functionality standards, delivering spaces that support both patient recovery and staff efficiency through sustainable, technology-integrated designs.
People
Glenn A. Wood
Principal | Architect | Design Director
With decades of architectural experience, Glenn leads design initiatives from the Northern California office, focusing on innovative solutions that blend creativity with technical expertise.
Pamela Camack
Principal | Architect | Vice President
As a Southern California-based principal, Pamela oversees project delivery while mentoring staff, combining leadership with hands-on architectural expertise to maintain design excellence.
Philip D'Agostino
Principal | Architect | Vice President
Leading Northern California operations, Philip brings extensive experience in complex architectural projects, focusing on client collaboration and sustainable design implementation.
Stephanie Antl
Principal | Architect | Vice President
As a Southern California principal, Stephanie contributes technical expertise to diverse projects while maintaining the firm's commitment to community-enhancing design solutions.
W. Stuart Lyle
Principal | Architect | President
Leading the firm as President, Stuart provides strategic direction while maintaining active involvement in key projects, ensuring continuity of SGPA's design philosophy.
Questions
What architectural services does SGPA offer?
We provide retail, commercial, residential, educational, senior living, and wellness design services across California and the western U.S.
How long has SGPA been in business?
Since 1969, we've delivered architectural solutions with 55+ years of combined experience from our founding partners.
Do you specialize in sustainable design?
Yes, with LEED-accredited professionals and certified green building experts implementing eco-friendly solutions across all project types.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate from three California offices in San Diego, San Francisco, and San Luis Obispo, serving the entire western United States.
Can you handle complex urban development projects?
Our expertise in urban infill and mixed-use master plans addresses complex entitlement processes while meeting community goals.
What makes SGPA different from other firms?
Our collaborative approach combines local knowledge with multidisciplinary expertise to create spaces that truly enrich community life.
