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The seasons are changing and there's excitement in the air! The 2024 Icon Awards just concluded, and we are happy to share access to view the winners in this edition of the PPP, along with some other pretty cool news!


As a BIA San Diego member, you have access to numerous benefits, including the opportunity for unique PR exposure that reaches over 5,000 people every month. Share your exciting news with us so we can highlight your story and spread the word to your peers!


Email us (gosmcsandiego@gmail.com) a title, photo, short paragraph, a link and plus one image and we will do the rest!

Tri Pointe Homes – Best Workplace Recognition


We’re thrilled to announce that Tri Pointe Homes has been recognized on the 2024 PEOPLE® Companies That Care® list for the second year in a row AND the 2024 Fortune Best Workplaces in Construction™ list for the third year straight! These incredible honors highlight our commitment to creating a culture where care, innovation, and inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do.

Thermador High-Tech Fridge Coming Soon


Thermador is excited to unveil its new line of built-in refrigeration, now available in 42” and 48” configurations for the first time. Part of the MASTERPIECE® and PROFESSIONAL COLLECTIONS, these advanced models feature two styles of ice, built-in cameras for easy grocery planning, and a versatile flex drawer that can be used for refrigeration, freezing, or soft freeze.These new additions meet the evolving demands of both builders and consumers. Juanita Galliford of BSH shared that this new product is expected to launch in an upcoming California Pacific community. 

Craig Stinger Awarded Most Valuable Team Player for Q2!


In our awards coverage from the last PPP issue, we inadvertently omitted one of the award recipients from Q2, Craig Stinger of KB Home-Coastal Division. Craig is the High-Density Superintendent overseeing the production of 70 homes at Coral Ridge & Coral Springs in Carlsbad. Craig has a strong technical foundation, allowing him the ability to remain flexible, seamlessly covering all aspects of running the community, always with the highest level of professionalism and consideration for achieving the highest customer satisfaction. Congratulations Craig! Well done! 

Three New Shops Open in The Row at Civita


Sudberry Properties welcomes three more tenants to phase one at The Row at Civita: HTB Aesthetics, La Clochette French Café & Bakery, and iNailology Spa & Bar. Jimbo’s is scheduled to open in 2026. When complete, it will have approx. 380,000 sq. ft. of retail, dining, and entertainment venues; 170,000 sq. ft. of office space; up to 735 residential units; and a 150-room hotel. 

2024 Icon Awards - Rumble in the Jungle!


The BIA Icon Awards, held on September 14 at Humphreys, was a fantastic celebration of the building industry’s finest. Emcee Raoul Martinez, Fox 5 San Diego news anchor, led an exciting evening honoring exceptional individuals and contributors. Congratulations to all the winners for their remarkable achievements! Check out the winners!

> See more photos from the Icon 2024

Frontwave Arena Opens in Oceanside


Sudberry Properties is celebrating the grand opening of Frontwave Arena, a new 7,500-seat sports and entertainment venue in Oceanside. Developed by the San Diego Sockers, Sudberry Properties and private investors, the 170,000-square-foot multi-purpose arena features 16 luxury suites, eight bars, three VIP viewing decks, two exclusive lounges and an open-air patio. 

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NOW ACCEPTING NEXT MONTH'S PPP SUBMISSIONS

People, Props and Properties is accepting submissions for the next edition, please send material by the 15th of the month. All BIA members are welcome to submit for this publication.



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