This is why decorators and and the self-described tasteful should avoid designing objects that the public can witness. You do not perform your own root canal or defend yourself in court; why is it that everyone considers themselves a better designer than a professional architect? (and if an architect is involved in this his/her license should be revoked). While one can appreciate the intent of trying to move beyond the typical and banal, this project is simply too garish to ignore. Notice the meaningless (and randomly colored) tile accents (sale at the Jerome's?), the vinyl downspout and the ubiquitous and overbearing SDG&E transformer (not the owners or designers fault, but worth noting SDG&E's previous Onion). What is the purpose of the three orange squares and why, oh why, oh why after the torture of the 70's must "designers" insist on 45 degree corners with a window? This project personifies every cliche, bad choice and the kitchen sink to boot. And what is so sad: they actually tried to make something special. They earn an "A" for intent and effort and, sorry, an Onion for the result.

Project Information

Project Address: 

2534 State Street, San Diego CA 92103

Project Owner/ Developer: 

State Street Offices, LLC

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