The goal for this brand is embody the attitude of the center itself. The Adventure Center is focused on building a fun, active environment for kids and teens that allows them to get out and enjoy nature. This brand takes on those same attributes. It is youthful, fun, and inspires people to take notice and […]
Program: The Sage Project
Land Use Analysis for Sustainable Development
The highest and best land use recommendations summarized in this report were developed by students at San Diego State University in collaboration with the City of La Mesa. Students enrolled in Geography 572, instructed by David DeVries, AICP, and Graduate Assistant Miranda Evans, recommended highest and best land use development in Downtown La Mesa. Site […]
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Market Research: Active Transportation in La Mesa (Part I)
Marketing research for active transportation in partnership with Sage Project and the City of La Mesa. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. The Sage Project Contact Info Kristofer Patron Program Administrator kpatron@sdsu.edu (619) 594-0103 University Faculty Contact Local Government / Community Contact […]
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Market Research: Active Transportation in La Mesa (Part II)
Marketing research for active transportation in partnership with Sage Project and the City of La Mesa. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. The Sage Project Contact Info Kristofer Patron Program Administrator kpatron@sdsu.edu (619) 594-0103 University Faculty Contact Local Government / Community Contact […]
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Lemon Grove Signage
The SDSU Design Studio program allows students to take the role of designing for local clients in the San Diego area; gaining career experience and opportunities to work in a group-focused format.The City of Lemon Grove has been undergoing a revitaliza-tion to its infrastructure and community; with projects such as local gardens and murals to […]
Neighborhood Branding 1/2
Casa de Salud Youth Center sought to be branded to appeal to a wider audience and increase its awareness and attendance. The new brand would not only increase out-reach to community members, getting volunteers involved, resulting in an increase in donations to fund more field trips, programs, and equipment for the kids. The branding concept […]
Impacting Climate Change in La Mesa Through Youth Education and Public Outreach
This report features work completed in collaboration with the Sage Project at San Diego State University and the City of La Mesa, focusing on the promotion of the city’s new Commingled Organics Collection Program. The emphasis was primarily on the creation of educational curricula for children in grades K–12 about everyday conservation practices, food waste […]
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La Mesa Roundabout / Complete Streets Project
The project will provide a complete and independent review of the existing configuration and operations of La Mesa Boulevard (Rd) between University Avenue and Jackson Dr. (Figure 1: Project Area). The review included individual analysis of the operations and functionality of the three roundabouts located at Memorial Dr., Rosehedge Dr., and Glen Street, as well […]
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La Mesa Urban Trails Wayfinding Proposals
La Mesa, “The Jewel of the Hills” the “American Hometown” has a wide variety of community destinations for its residents along with beautiful walkable neighborhoods. The challenge is to bring La Mesa’s Urban Trails mobility action plan into a visual reality that not only informs the user of basic navigation, but also connects the resident […]
Perceptions of La Mesa’s Zero Waste Initiative
The City of La Mesa is working towards reducing food waste from their community through food waste recycling and composting. The goal of this research was to effectively gather data from residents and businesses surrounding attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors related to food waste generation and management. This was completed through surveys and interviews designed to […]
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