Oct 2, 2020
Irvine’s architecture is timeless
Architects are rarely short on opinions, but most agree: Irvine is timeless. For the trained eye, that means a place that is revered over generations, not just the space of the latest trend.
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Master Plan
Oct 1, 2020
As a city of villages, Irvine makes life easier
Ask any Irvine resident where they live, and you’ll hear “Turtle Rock,” or “Oak Creek” or perhaps “Portola Springs.” That is a testament to the Master Plan’s vision to create a city of villages.
Oct 1, 2020
10 ways the Irvine Master Plan vision is being realized
Sep 2, 2020
A Green Master Plan
The remarkable story of how the Master Plan brought to life – village by village – one of America’s greenest cities.
Jun 1, 2020
Master planned for resilience
Strong communities are made up of resilient and innovative individuals and businesses – those that courageously continue to work to find solutions, especially during times of crisis.
May 5, 2020
The decisions that created our city
Take a journey through time to learn about the decisions that made Irvine.
May 5, 2020
Decision Point #1: Going West
The story of the new City of Irvine begins in 1846, when its namesake, James Irvine, set sail from Ireland at the age of 19.…
May 5, 2020
Decision Point #2: Keeping the Ranch Intact
By the late 1800s, most Southern California ranches were being divided and sold in the face of drought and economic hardship. But not The Irvine…
May 5, 2020
Decision Point #3: Creating the Master Plan
Urban sprawl was hurtling toward Orange County in the 1950s. Landowners were under immense pressure to sell property to make way for piecemeal development occurring…
May 5, 2020
Decision Point #4: Voting to Form the New City of Irvine
By 1965, the Irvine Master Plan was taking shape. Young families flocked to Irvine’s first village, University Park, with its greenbelts and bikeways. A few…
