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Developers and hoteliers partner with AO because we understand the interplay between buildings, site, landscape and surf venues. We design to create exceptional value and exciting places, where each component of the project thrives because of its relationship to the others. AO believes in the power of relationships and team work, and orchestrates the entire team to deliver a successful project and a great experience.
PHX Surf is a 40-acre surf-anchored resort destination in Maricopa, Arizona, centered around a 137,000-square-foot Endless Surf lagoon that brings ocean-quality waves to the Sonoran Desert. Designed by AO, the project combines surf, hospitality, wellness, and recreation into a distinctive “barefoot luxury” experience, featuring resort amenities, lagoon-front dining and retail, a surf academy, spa and fitness facilities, and approximately 100 resort bungalows. Planned as a year-round destination for surfers, visitors, and the local community, PHX Surf is poised to become a premier recreation and hospitality hub in the region.
PHX Surf is a 40-acre surf-anchored resort destination in Maricopa, Arizona, centered around a 137,000-square-foot Endless Surf lagoon that brings ocean-quality waves to the Sonoran Desert. Designed by AO, the project combines surf, hospitality, wellness, and recreation into a distinctive “barefoot luxury” experience, featuring resort amenities, lagoon-front dining and retail, a surf academy, spa and fitness facilities, and approximately 100 resort bungalows. Planned as a year-round destination for surfers, visitors, and the local community, PHX Surf is poised to become a premier recreation and hospitality hub in the region.
DSRT Surf seamlessly blends desert allure with California’s vibrant surf culture. This innovative resort redefines the local scene with optimized waves, luxurious accommodations, and diverse recreational offerings. At its heart lies a captivating 5-acre surf lagoon catering to both seasoned surfers and beginners. The five-story hotel boasts upscale amenities and a vibrant surf center. Luxurious villas embody coastal living with elegant design. Sustainability initiatives like the Surf for Turf program underscore environmental stewardship. DSRT Surf epitomizes luxury hospitality, offering guests an immersive experience where adventure and tranquility converge harmoniously.
Alchemy Surf Resort is a next-generation inland surf destination within the Placer One master-planned community in Northern California, combining a WAVEGARDEN® surf lagoon with boutique hospitality, wellness, dining, and lifestyle-focused amenities. Designed as a year-round destination for surfers, families, and visitors alike, the resort offers a predictable, highly curated experience that transforms surf culture into a vibrant hospitality platform. Currently advancing through entitlements and design development, the project is positioned to become a landmark recreation and tourism destination in one of California’s fastest-growing regions.
AO provided architectural services for the surf lagoon and supporting infrastructure at Atlantic Park in Virginia Beach, home to North America’s first WAVEGARDEN® Cove installation. Anchored by a 2.67-acre surf lagoon capable of generating up to 1,000 customizable waves per hour, the project delivers a premier year-round surf experience in the birthplace of East Coast surfing. AO’s scope included the lagoon facilities, water treatment buildings, public bridge, and surf support spaces, thoughtfully integrated within a dynamic mixed-use environment. The result is a distinctive recreational destination that combines innovative wave technology with placemaking to create a vibrant centerpiece for the Atlantic Park development.