Category archives for: La Jolla Landmark Businesses

Historical Society acquires old deed to St. James by-the-Sea

la Jolla historical society member Tom Grunow (left), Rev. eleanor ellsworth of st. James by-the-sea church, and historical society executive Director heath Fox at the presentation of the original deeds to the church. Ashley Mackin

The La Jolla Historical Society is now home to the original deed to St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 743 Prospect St. The deed presentation took place Monday afternoon, Sept. 24.

Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Since 1987

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La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1987 Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. I originally opened the Office in La Jolla out of necessity, since it was close to home. But I keep it here out of desire. Others have described why we all love living here better than I can, but La Jolla is also a [...]

Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Since 1987

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La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1987 Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Every week I am on a job site somewhere in town, meeting with Contractors or Consultants and reviewing the progress of the construction. It can be an exhilarating experience, sometimes rewarding, when I see a concept develop or sometimes nerve racking when a Framer [...]

Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Since 1987

La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1987 Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. A fascinating aspect of owning a Business is the dynamic and always changing relationship you develop with your employees, both past and present. I am humbled when I think of all the talented people who have occupied this little space in Birdrock. Everyone has [...]

Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Since 1987

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La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1987 Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. In 1991, I was introduced to the La Jolla Community Planning Association by Fritz and Fred Leibhardt. Business was slow and I had time on my hands. Several Architects, which I considered to be my peers, told me if you want to be considered [...]

Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Since 1987

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La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1987 Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Incunabula (in-kyoo-nab-yuh-luh) 1. the earliest stages of something; beginnings. I graduated from Cal Poly Pamona in 1978, moved out and started looking for a job. It was a tough time and I must have applied to every Architectural office in San Diego. I finally [...]

Ross Thiele & Son, LTD. Since 1932

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La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1932 Ross Thiele & Son, LTD. Established in 1932, Ross Thiele & Son is a third generation family business and one of the oldest interior design firms in San Diego. Originally located downtown, Ross Thiele moved the business to 1227 Prospect Street- La Jolla in 1940 and son, John Thiele, [...]

Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. Since 1987

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La Jolla Landmark Business Since 1987 Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. If you have walked or driven through Birdrock you have no doubt seen the offices of Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. 2012 is the 25th Anniversary of the founding of Architect Mark D. Lyon, Inc. They have been in the same location on the [...]

Meanley & Son Ace Hardware Since 1948

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La Jolla LandmarkBusiness Since 1946Meanley & Son Ace Hardware It is hard to miss — with the unique brick-front exterior and large windows filled with everything from gourmet cookware to gardening tools, Meanley & Son sits comfortably at 7756 Girard Avenue, as it has for the past 63 years. Bob Meanley, owner of Meanley & [...]

Bowers Jewelers Since 1946

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La Jolla LandmarkBusiness Since 1946Bowers Jewelers Then Ron and Marg Bowers opened Bowers Jewelry on La Jolla’s Wall Street in 1946, they could never have known that their business would later become one of the longest standing retail landmarks in the community. But 65 years and a few blocks later in the heart of Girard [...]

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