KinderCare Childcare Facilities  Multiple Locations, CA & AZ Client: KinderCare Description: Camarillo, CA: This new Kindercare childcare facility set within an existing retail center, needed architectural features that would be consistent with the architectural character of the center. Design features include a decorative masonry “loggia” and entry shade trellis. Carlsbad, CA: Strategically located within the affluent community of Carlsbad, this project was completed within an aggressive schedule and specific budget guidelines. Chino Hills, CA: Completed in 1999, this facility is located within a new highend retail complex bordered by a golf course and equestrian trails. This project included site amenities unique to this location. Corona, CA: Placed within a residential area and within proximity of a prominent church, the design approach for this Kindercare facility started with residential quality that extends the feeling of “home.” Detailing included a scaled down entry portico and low eaves accented with exposed wood rafters. Fontana, CA: This new 10,000 S.F. freestanding corner-entry Kindercare facility set within an existing retail center, includes design features such as decorative masonry wainscot, entry arches, and a terra cotta color palette. Goodyear, AZ: Located within an existing retail center, a Southwestern style defines this 10,000 s.f. Kindercare facility. Deep window recesses for shade, angular stone walls and warm earth tones allude to natural desert forms and colors. Placentia, CA: Completing an existing retail center on Imperial Highway, this Kindercare facility design includes features that reinforce the surrounding Mediterranean style including classical stone columns and colorful metal accents. Rancho Carillo, Carlsbad, CA: The second facility set within the City of Carlsbad, this neighborhood required a preliminary design process with stringent Planning requirements. The new building was required to match the features of a recreation building located adjacent to the site. Temecula, CA: Acknowledging the Mediterranean design details of the adjacent “host” retail center, Kindercare asked Kishimoto Architects, Inc. to create a new entry tower design with a prominnent cornice feature and classical “crown.” Valencia – Commerce, CA: Set within a new industrial retail center, this Kindercare facility emphasizes a creative approach to the existing architectural context. A preliminary design process, required by the city’s Planning Department, mandated that the project complement the design of the new retail center with an industrial look. Design features include a bold blue entry tower, industrial-style roof screen, and a new look to Kindercare trademark signage “underscored” by the metal fascia. Valencia –Seco Canyon Plaza, Santa Clarita, CA: With an architectural character established by the surrounding retail center, this Kindercare corner-entry design responded with a contemporary color scheme and dramatic entry features. Computer imaging prepared by KAI became an integral part of the design presentation to the Owner and the Community. Ventura, CA: Ledgestone masonry veneer, stone window sills, and other Craftsman-style details enrich this Kindercare facility located within a new retail center. The entry is defined by a “friendly” courtyard layout and inviting colors. © Kishimoto Architects, Inc. 2011