Business Details
31 Years
experience
Award-Winning Sacramento Architects
Mogavero Architects has been dedicated to creating livable communities through innovative architecture, planning, and urban design for nearly three decades. Based in Sacramento, California, our team of passionate professionals specializes in residential, commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects, with a focus on sustainability and community-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering multidisciplinary expertise, leveraging deep relationships with California communities to help clients achieve their vision.Our services span conceptualization to construction administration, emphasizing sustainable practices and tailored design approaches. With a commitment to excellence, we tackle complex challenges that demand solutions beyond conventional norms, ensuring lasting value for our clients and the communities we serve.
Services
Residential Housing
Urban Design
Commercial Architecture
Mixed-Use Development
Institutional Projects
Planning Services
LEED Certification
BIM Coordination
Community Advocacy
Public Involvement
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have nearly 30 years of experience in California architecture and urban design.
- Our multidisciplinary team offers expertise in residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
- We prioritize sustainable practices and community-driven solutions in every project.
- Our deep local knowledge ensures tailored designs for California communities.
- We provide end-to-end services from conceptualization to construction administration.
Services
Residential Housing
Mogavero Architects specializes in market-rate and affordable housing solutions, including multi-family developments. Our designs prioritize livability, sustainability, and community integration. We handle projects from conceptualization through construction administration, ensuring compliance with local regulations and client goals.
Urban Design
Our urban design services focus on creating functional, sustainable communities through master plans, form-based codes, and neighborhood studies. We collaborate with stakeholders to develop walkable, mixed-use environments that enhance quality of life while addressing modern urban challenges.
Commercial Architecture
We design commercial spaces that balance aesthetics with practicality, serving retail, office, and mixed-use developments. Our approach integrates branding, customer experience, and sustainability to create spaces that drive business success and community engagement.
LEED Certification
Mogavero Architects guides clients through LEED certification and commissioning processes. We implement energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials to meet environmental standards while reducing long-term operational costs for buildings and communities.
Community Advocacy
We facilitate public involvement through charrettes, workshops, and planning studies to ensure community needs shape development projects. Our advocacy services help clients align proposals with local priorities, fostering support and streamlining approvals.
People
David Mogavero
Principal
David Mogavero leads design initiatives with over 30 years of architectural experience. He focuses on sustainable urban development and has directed award-winning projects across California, emphasizing community impact and innovation.
Cesar Medina
Principal
Cesar Medina specializes in complex mixed-use developments, blending technical expertise with creative design. He has managed large-scale projects in Sacramento, prioritizing functionality and environmental responsibility throughout his 25-year career.
Cecilia Chouhy
Principal
Cecilia Chouhy oversees planning and urban design, with expertise in form-based codes and public spaces. Her work emphasizes walkable communities and equitable development, informed by 20+ years of California-focused projects.
Renner Johnston
President
Renner Johnston drives firm strategy and client relations, ensuring alignment with Mogavero's mission. With a background in architecture and development, he focuses on fostering team collaboration and delivering client-centric solutions.
Gabriel Giamanco
BIM & IT Manager
Gabriel Giamanco leads technology integration, optimizing BIM workflows and digital tools. His technical leadership enhances project efficiency and accuracy, supporting teams across all phases of design and construction documentation.
Questions
What services does Mogavero Architects offer?
We provide architecture, urban design, planning, LEED certification, and community advocacy services for residential, commercial, and institutional projects.
Where does Mogavero Architects operate?
Based in Sacramento, we serve clients throughout California with projects spanning housing, urban development, and public spaces.
How does Mogavero approach sustainability?
We integrate LEED standards, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable materials into all projects to minimize environmental impact and promote long-term viability.
What types of projects does Mogavero specialize in?
We focus on residential housing, mixed-use developments, commercial buildings, institutional facilities, and urban planning initiatives across California.
