Construction and real estate transactions are far from letting up in this region. Central San Diego continues to reshape itself. Read all about it in the 25th annual edition of Soaring Dimensions.

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US Grant Hotel on track to reopen in November

The US Grant Hotel at 326 Broadway will reopen Nov. 1 after more than 18 months of closure for a $52 million renovation project. 

Old Police HQ proposal given green light by Coastal Commission

A plan to redevelop more than 20 acres of prime real estate in San Diego Bay has been given the go ahead. 

Architecture firm combines design, efficiency to produce Smart Corner's many amenities

Doug Austin, CEO and majority owner of Austin Veum Robbins Partners, is one of downtown San Diego's most prolific designers -- and advocates. 

Solar Grove energy output exceeding Kyocera's expectations

More than a year after San Diego-based Kyocera International Inc. converted its employee parking area into a 235-kilowatt solar electric generating system, the structure, dubbed the Solar Grove, has generated more kilowatt-hours of electrical energy in a 12-month period than expected. 

Region proves to be hot for boutique hotel properties

If there were any doubts about San Diego having one of the top hotel markets in the country, they appear to have vanished in recent days and weeks. 

Dynalectric helps power downtown San Diego's growth

San Diego's Dynalectric Co., a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group Inc., has provided electrical contracting services for many of San Diego County's most prominent high-rises, hotels, multi-unit residential complexes, manufacturing plants, military installations, schools and health care/biotech facilities. 

Plans for retail on J Street take shape

Nearly 130,000 square feet of new retail and restaurant space is being built just north of Petco Park with extensive frontage on J Street as well as 10th and Seventh avenues. 

Construction methods make drastic improvements over course of time

In 1916, the San Diego City Council hired rainmaker Charles Hatfield to fill the desperately dry Morena Reservoir for $10,000. Hatfield released vapors into the atmosphere, and rain started falling. 

Qualcomm complex adds more than 1 million square feet of space

Qualcomm Inc., often called a "telecommunications giant," is working to become even bigger, with over 1.2 million square feet of construction projects currently in the works. 

Clock is ticking for redevelopment of downtown's Navy Broadway Complex

The redevelopment of downtown's Navy Broadway Complex may have received more legally binding validations than any major revitalization project in recent Centre City Development Corp. history. 

Office tower might take up residence at Horton Plaza

The Westfield Corp. in May proposed developing a large office tower at Horton Plaza where Robinson's May and Planet Hollywood have been and where a Sam Goody store is today. 

Rooftop greenery changing view of skyline from above

The view from a high-rise building is often of gray and black, gravel and tar rooftops. But many American buildings, including some in San Diego, are turning those roofs green, by installing ecoroofs as an environmentally friendly, cost-saving strategy. 

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Soaring Dimensions - 2006

The Daily Transcript presents its 25th edition of Soaring Dimensions, featuring in-depth coverage of the county's real estate and construction developments. Organized by region, this special report takes a closer look at local expansion and redevelopment projects, as well as ongoing and new plans.

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Soaring Dimensions 2006 - Soaring Dimensions in Context

A lot has changed in 25 years in San Diego. Downtown has seen a new convention center, ballpark, office building and high-end flats while the Gaslamp District has gone from a place for x-rated movies to a bustling hospitality hub. Elsewhere, in 1981 there was no Coaster, SR-56 or SR-54 and the development of Otay Mesa was just beginning. In this section of Soaring Dimensions we look at what has shaped today’s San Diego.

Soaring Dimensions 2006 - East County

Find out the latest real estate and construction developments in East County and beyond in the 25th annual edition of Soaring Dimensions.

Soaring Dimensions 2006 - North County

New construction, redevelopment and real estate transactions are happening at a rapid pace in North County. Find out where and why in the 25th annual edition of Soaring Dimensions.

Soaring Dimensions 2006 - SEDC

Southeastern San Diego is developing at an amazing pace. Learn about the revitalization efforts under way and why businesses and families are calling this region home.

Soaring Dimensions 2006 - South County

Several projects in South County are set to transform this region into a destination for businesses and new residents within a matter of years. Learn more in the 25th annual edition of Soaring Dimensions.

Soaring Dimensions 2006 - Southwest California

San Diego's neighbor to the north, southwest Riverside, has grown at a remarkable pace over the last few years due to affordable housing, plenty of commercial real estate opportunities and its proximity to Interstate 15. Read all about it in the 25th annual edition of Soaring Dimensions.

Archived Reports

Soaring Dimensions - 2012

The Daily Transcript presents its 31st edition of Soaring Dimensions. Take a closer look at real estate and construction developments in all regions of the county, plus special reports on the Port of San Diego, and Temecula and Murrieta.

Soaring Dimensions - 2011

The Daily Transcript celebrates its 30th edition of Soaring Dimensions. Take a closer look at real estate and construction developments in all regions of the county, plus Temecula and Murrieta.

Soaring Dimensions - 2010

The Daily Transcript presents the 29th edition of Soaring Dimensions. Take a closer look at real estate and construction developments in all regions of the county, plus Temecula and Murrieta.

Soaring Dimensions - 2009

The Daily Transcript presents the 28th edition of Soaring Dimensions. Take a closer look at real estate and construction developments in all regions of the county.

Soaring Dimensions - 2008

The Daily Transcript presents the 27th edition of Soaring Dimensions, featuring in-depth coverage of the county's real estate and construction developments. Organized by region, this special report takes a closer look at local expansion and redevelopment projects, as well as ongoing and new plans.

Soaring Dimensions - 2007

The Daily Transcript presents the 26th edition of Soaring Dimensions, featuring in-depth coverage of the county's real estate and construction developments. Organized by region, this special report takes a closer look at local expansion and redevelopment projects, as well as ongoing and new plans.

Soaring Dimensions - 2006

The Daily Transcript presents its 25th edition of Soaring Dimensions, featuring in-depth coverage of the county's real estate and construction developments. Organized by region, this special report takes a closer look at local expansion and redevelopment projects, as well as ongoing and new plans.

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Associate at Allen Matkins San Diego, Timothy Hutter's drive and passion for law have earned him recognition as a top Young Attorney for 2012 by The Daily Transcript.

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