We are thrilled to announce that Jasmine Pacheco Lopez has joined Derivi Castellanos Architects as a Designer. Jasmine comes to us with a rich academic background and impressive accolades, having recently graduated from California Polytechnic State University, SLO, with a Bachelor of Architecture and a minor in Architectural Engineering. During her time at Cal Poly,...Read More
As we at Derivi Castellanos Architects reflect on our journey of collaboration and growth with the Salinas Union High School District, we find ourselves deeply appreciative of the remarkable leadership and dedication of Superintendent Dan Burns. Dan’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the educational environment for students and the community has left an indelible mark on...Read More
We are excited to welcome Roberto Bojorquez to our team as a Designer. Roberto brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to our design team, and we are thrilled to have him on board. Roberto earned his Architecture degree from the University of Guadalajara and has honed his skills with VWA Arquitectos in...Read More
At DCA, we believe that sharing our success is one of the most rewarding things we do. As a firm focused on the Educational Sector, we strive to align our philanthropic efforts with our professional practice. This year, we proudly continued our tradition of supporting student success through our DCA Technology Awards, which provide deserving...Read More
We are thrilled to announce that our DCA team successfully coordinated a captivating presentation at the 2024 CALSA Conference in San Diego on June 28, 2024. This insightful session focused on the best practices for creating safe school environments, delving into critical aspects such as community engagement, preparedness, physical security, and infrastructure design solutions. The...Read More
We are thrilled to introduce Hector Gonzalez as the newest member of the Derivi Castellanos Architects (DCA) team, stepping into the role of Project Coordinator. Hector brings with him a wealth of experience and a passion for excellence. As a devoted husband and father of three, Hector balances a busy family life with a variety...Read More
Introducing Donn Merriam, AIA, a seasoned Senior Architect with over thirty years of professional experience specializing in K-12 public school design. Donn possesses a remarkable track record of successfully managing projects, from classroom modernizations to full campus replacements, showcasing his expertise in leading teams through all phases of design, documentation, contract administration, and DSA processes....Read More
On May 20, 2024, DCA had the honor of attending the groundbreaking ceremony for North Salinas High School’s new two-story classroom and admin building. This project marks the beginning of an effort to provide 21st century classrooms and site improvements for the school. A heartfelt thanks goes out to the voters who supported this initiative...Read More
On May 14, 2024, John C. Fremont Elementary School in Modesto, California, celebrated significant campus upgrades with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. This milestone event highlighted the completion of major improvements designed to enhance safety and operational efficiency. The school now features a new multipurpose room and administration building, as well as improved streetscapes, parking facilities,...Read More
DCA proudly welcomes Sandra Curiel as a new addition to our team as our Marketing Coordinator. In addition to her responsibilities with DCA, Sandra will also work with our sister company, Valley Construction Services, Inc. In her role as Marketing Coordinator for both companies, Sandra will be coordinating and strengthening internal and external communications, marketing,...Read More
