The newly created practice area will be led by architect David K. Plotkin, AIA.

Press Release

William Duff Architects (WDA) expands its market reach with the launch of its community practice, complementing its Residential, Commercial and Hospitality practices. WDA—whose clients range from international companies such as Air France, British Airways and Madison Square Garden Company, to pioneering businesses such as Amy’s Kitchen, Brilliant Earth and Local Kitchens—was recently awarded a major project by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC).

“Launching the Community practice enables WDA to better support public and nonprofit sector clients,” states Community practice leader David K. Plotkin. Plotkin is part of the WDA leadership group, which includes practice leaders Jim Westover (Residential) and Jonathan Tsurui (Hospitality); Phoebe Lam (Director of Operations); Sarah Mergy (Director of Marketing & Business Development); and founder and managing principal, William S. Duff, Jr.

Plotkin notes WDA’s long involvement with community-focused and pro bono projects, such as Lincoln Park Steps. Since then, WDA completed a LEED Gold-certified vehicle maintenance facility for the City and County of San Francisco, Ireland House for the Consulate General of Ireland and the Economic Advancement Center (EAC), jointly for the County of San Mateo and the City of South San Francisco, all led by Plotkin.

“When we saw some of the designs of what the space would look like, we felt it really tapped into the vision that we had for the space too,” said Ernesto Lucero, EAC Project Manager and Economic Development Manager for the City of South San Francisco. “It’s been a pleasure working with WDA.”

Plotkin states, “My passion to provide our community with a better experience aligns with WDA’s commitment to making the world a better place through architecture and design for all.”