by CoStar NEWS

Parking is evolving from a routine line item into a significant priority that can dictate whether a project moves forward, according to Jason Rupp, a partner at AO, an Orange, California-based architecture firm with a broad portfolio of commercial properties and experience designing more than 200 parking structures. “Parking has always been part of de...

by Jason Rupp | NAIOP

For decades, parking structures were treated as the throwaway line in a pro forma — necessary, unglamorous and rarely questioned. That thinking no longer works. As cities densify and mobility shifts, parking is becoming one of the most strategic pieces of real estate on a site. Done wrong, it’s a sunk cost. Done right, it drives frontage, ...

by CoStar

The Lexus of Orlando dealership doesn’t look anything like a typical shop where cars get oil changes and timing belt replacements. Instead, it reflects how many dealerships appear these days, especially in the service area. Dealerships are revving up their offerings with fancy showrooms and lounges to entice customers. Lexus of Orlando has a “two-story sho...

by Mia Laureys | Orange County Business Journal

AO is pleased to announce that Dan Ringler has joined the firm as Principal. With more than 30 years of experience, Ringler is a seasoned design leader recognized for guiding high-performing teams, cultivating trusted client relationships, and driving growth across diverse sectors. In his new role, Ringler wi...