KFA Architecture
David Takahashi is a Staff Designer at Killefer Flammang Architects, a position held since June 2016. Prior to this role, David served as a Student Navigation Assistant at the USC Leavey Library from September 2011 to May 2016, assisting patrons with technical and research-related inquiries. David also gained valuable experience as an Architecture/Design Intern at the Office of Mobile Design from May 2013 to May 2014, collaborating on design proposals and construction drawings for diverse projects nationally and internationally. David earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Southern California, completing studies from 2011 to 2016, and attended Northwest Career & Technical Academy from 2007 to 2011.
KFA Architecture
KFA reshapes Los Angeles by designing great places where people flourish. The firm has been recognized for its architectural design and master planning services for projects throughout the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area with a focus on urban revitalization and sustainability. KFA was also an early pioneer of adaptive reuse projects, including more than 40 historic buildings in Downtown Los Angeles. A community and industry leader, KFA is an active member of AIA-LA and numerous other nonprofits. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Adaptive Reuse • Affordable Housing • Mixed Use Housing • Market-Rate / Multi-Family Housing • Campus Master Plans • Hospitality / Commercial • Creative Office • Libraries • Education • Recreation • Community & Youth Centers AWARDS The firm has received numerous awards and recognition for its diverse, forward-thinking architecture. Since 2007, KFA has won 50+ design awards from AIA design committees and business and civic organizations. In 2004, the firm won a special City-Rebuilder Award from the AIA LA for its adaptive reuse work. KFA was honored with the prestigious AIA California Council Firm Award in 2016. PROJECTS COMPLETED 300 Housing Projects • 18,000 Residential Units • 1,282 Hotel Rooms • 6,000 Affordable Housing Units • 1,000 Units on LA’s Skid Row • 5,000 Adaptive Reuse Units • 18 School Projects • 12 Recreation Projects • 11 Libraries • 4 Fire Stations • 11 Project Buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places AWARDS The firm has received numerous awards and recognition for its diverse, forward-thinking architecture. Since 2007, KFA has won 50+ design awards from AIA design committees and business and civic organizations. In 2004, the firm won a special City-Rebuilder Award from the AIA|LA for its adaptive reuse work. KFA was honored with the prestigious AIA California Council Firm Award in 2016.