Wald, Ruhnke & Dost Architects, LLP started with Don Wald, whose lifelong love of the Monterey Peninsula began in his late teens while he was stationed at the former Fort Ord U.S. Army base. Upon his honorable discharge as a Staff Sergeant, Don returned to his home state and studied Architecture at the University of Illinois.
Even after his studies were interrupted by his service in the Korean War, Don completed his bachelor's degree at U of I. After graduating, Don developed cutting-edge construction methods for locally built modular churches, hundreds of which were shipped across the United States. During an assignment as field superintendent in California, Don and his wife Cynthia decided to relocate to the Monterey Peninsula.
Don Wald & Associates established. Don also designed a 20,000-square-foot "Super Home" which, at the time, was the second largest home in California - after Bob Hope's. In 1970, Don moved his office to Downtown Monterey, where he led the design of more than 2,000 Central Coast projects.
Even after his studies were interrupted by his service in the Korean War, Don completed his bachelor's degree at U of I. After graduating, Don developed cutting-edge construction methods for locally built modular churches, hundreds of which were shipped across the United States. During an assignment as field superintendent in California, Don and his wife Cynthia decided to relocate to the Monterey Peninsula.
Don Wald & Associates established. Don also designed a 20,000-square-foot "Super Home" which, at the time, was the second largest home in California - after Bob Hope's. In 1970, Don moved his office to Downtown Monterey, where he led the design of more than 2,000 Central Coast projects.
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WRD Architects' multi-phased expansion and remodel of this 56,000-square-foot property included the design of a new 29-room building in addition to the renovation of the existing hotel facilities to complement the historic architecture found in downtown Monterey. With a 1,500-square-foot tenant space near the Monterey Plaza Hotel, WRD Architects was able to create a vibrant and inviting space highlighting an innovative wine concept bar.
WRD employees are some of the most dedicated, talented, collaborative and creative individuals on the Central Coast. Many of our associates have been with the firm for over 10 years, while some have been with us over 20 years. WORKING WITH INTEGRITY: WRD employees are exceptional individuals who take initiative, work hard, and foster positive, productive working relationships with our clients and one another.
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