The Beacon La Costa

Category Retail

Location Carlsbad, CA

completion Adaptive Reuse & Renovation, Seismic Retrofit

Project overview

This revitalization project transforms a long-standing retail center into a modern culinary and shopping destination. Through major renovations across multiple buildings, the structural scope focused on updating and reinforcing the existing framework to meet the demands of today’s leading retail and restaurant tenants. The upgraded spaces now house a dynamic mix of next-generation concepts—from beloved local staple Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams to nationally recognized brands like Shake Shack.

Conclusion

With careful coordination between structural upgrades and architectural enhancements, the project preserves the site’s community roots while ushering in a fresh, contemporary identity. The Beacon La Costa now stands as a reenergized hub of activity—designed to support evolving tenant needs and foster lasting connections with the Carlsbad community.

Architect: AO
General Contractor: –

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