Founded in 2001, the A+D Museum is dedicated to architecture and design. A+D is the only such museum in Los Angeles, a city that has influenced the worlds of architecture and design over the past half century as much as any other. The city’s streak of innovative and experimental architecture has helped open new avenues for the field. Los Angeles’ influence as a leader in architecture practice, theory and education make it an ideal venue to showcase architecture, and engage in dialogue regarding its role in our lives. Such is A+D’s mission. The museum however lacks the facilities and the funds to fully realize this endeavor.

A+D’s mission is aligned with the dynamics transforming its city. Along with Los Angeles, a rebirth of the museum is necessary for A+D to execute its mission statement. The museum’s growth through integration with Los Angeles’ economy, creative community, societal shifts and evolving infrastructure is representative the synergistic processes architects regularly engage in. A+D is in the right place, at the right time - poised to impact its hometown’s trajectory. This thesis proposes A+D ride the city’s wave of revitalization, and grow in step with Los Angeles. Through this process, A+D can become a more proficient conduit of ideas that shape the future of the city.