We knew the center of Ramona lacked a sense of place and that as the various pieces of the (whatever the masterplan is called) gradually came together there was hope the real spirit of Ramona would emerge. But we had no idea our new library could do so much to anchor and bring together our diverse community. Somehow the County and the architects seemed to read our minds and deliver a great learning environment that also serves as our community center. The “Ramona” touches like the fireplace, the hitching posts and connections to the equestrian trails all celebrate our rural and agricultural roots and show the team really listened and understood us. That they were able to achieve all this in a building that is packed with technology, highly sustainable and embedded with local artwork thrills and inspires us. If O&O is about recognizing top-notch architecture throughout the County this project certainly deserves their accolades.

Project Information

Project Address: 

1275 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065

Project Owner/ Developer: 

County of San Diego

Owner Contact Name/ Email: 

David Timber/david.timber@sdcounty.ca.gov

Project Architect/ Designer: 

Ferguson Pape Baldwin Architects (Architect of Record)/Manuel Oncina Architects (Design Architect)

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