Urban Arena, established in 1996 by Michael Schrock, is a dynamic collective that brings together landscape architects, architects, and planners under a philosophy that no idea is dismissed. Based in California with offices in Orange County, San Diego, and Oakland, the firm specializes in creating innovative design solutions across various sectors including urban planning, landscape architecture, and architecture. Their projects range from grand master-planned urban villages and community parks to boutique hotels and sports complexes. Urban Arena prides itself on its collaborative approach, seamlessly integrating multiple disciplines to produce comprehensive and extraordinary design results that stand apart from the ordinary. Since its inception, Urban Arena has expanded its services to fulfill the diverse needs of clients, combining creativity with technical expertise to tackle projects of any complexity or scale. They focus on developing vibrant outdoor environments that encourage social interaction, as well as creating thoughtful living communities that emphasize open space connectivity and conservation. With a commitment to doing things differently, Urban Arena aims to foster imagination and creativity, thereby empowering their clients to realize their visions.
