ARCHITECTURE • CONSTRUCTION • MANAGEMENT
The Akeena Group is a collaborative design-build company dedicated to delivering holistic and sustainable building solutions. Based in beautiful Downtown Ventura, we are a woman owned, EDWOSB and 8(a) certified company, licensed as both an Architect and General Contractor in the State of California. Our company was created as a unique model in the design and construction field offering a full-service approach & simplifying the process of design and development for a harmonious manifestation of your project. We provide services that range from consultation & initial project design through completion of construction for governmental, commercial, and residential clients.
OUR WORK
Every project has its
And we are here for all of it.
TAG TEAM
Laura Kay Dunbar
Principal and Owner
Laura is the founder of The Akeena Group and is licensed as both an Architect and General Contractor. She hallmarks the collaborative approach from the beginning of the design through the relentless coordination of construction.
Chelsea Salazar
Office Manager
Chelsea works hard to take care of the business and to deliver an effortless experience for our clients. She ensures all our employees and contractors are taken care of and is the go-to person for all office operations.
Aimee Ramos
Assistant Office Manager
Aimee helps us bring our visions to life by staying on top of tasks that include dealing with lots of paperwork, organizing the office and developing client appreciation, such as sending out thank you cards and client gifts.
Hannah Wilson
Assistant Project Manager
Hannah’s involvement in local start-up operations has enhanced her project management skills. Before deciding to head back to school for design with an emphasis on sustainability, she was a head chef in the restaurant industry.
Shanti
Client Concierge
Shanti’s favorite place in her hometown of Ventura is anywhere she gets a little lovin’. You can see her walking through Downtown with one of her crew! Feel free to say hi if you see us,
Shanti is very friendly!
The Akeena Group is a company that embraces diversity in race, age, gender and thought. We strongly encourage community involvement and personal growth. By embracing innovation, systems, and professional development in design and construction, we all benefit as a team, as a company and as a community.
FOLLOW US
We had so much fun at last weeks WiCaD meeting!
Women in Construction and Design (WiCaD) is an in-person gathering every 3rd Thursday of the month. Our goal is to inspire women to enter & excel in the construction and design industries. Invites are open to all professionals who identify as women. Here you can enjoy the company of colleagues and mentors in the construction & design industry. Some of the topics we plan to focus on this year include: Career Development, Community Projects, Sustainable Materials, & Skillset Building!
Join us at our next meeting 2/16!
Need more space? A place for friends and family to visit, a home office, or a long-term rental unit, an ADU could be the answer.
Accessory Dwelling Units, sometimes referred to as granny flats, in-law suites, or casitas can provide huge benefits to homeowners. An ADU can be attached, detached, a converted space, or new construction.
We are here to answer all your questions, give us a call or email us today!
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Did you know that bright colors, in an educational setting, can be utilized to help in memory retention? It can also aid in the reading performance with children who face learning difficulties such as autism and dyslexia. So cool, right? Researchers at the National Library of Medicine say the following,
"[Color] helps us in memorizing certain information by increasing our attentional level. The role played by [color] in enhancing our attention level is undisputable... There need to be strategies to facilitate the learning process and [colors] can play a role in motivating students to learn and profit from their educational experiences."
There is also research that shows that vivid color cues have the power to boost the short-term memory of adults with Alzheimer Disease. Certain colors can cue memory, as well as alert us to pay attention.
How do you utilize the colorful world around you?
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In celebration of #nationallivecreativeday we are looking back at all the amazing architecture and design found in our adventures in Phoenix, Arizona! Take everyday to experience and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you! #architecture #designandbuild #historicdowntown #downtownventura #phoenix #arizona #architecture #architect #construction #community #gratitude #pwb
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Woohoo! It has been almost 3 years since @chelseagsalazar has joined The Akeena Group team. She is an integral part of our team and we are so grateful to have her in the office. Apart from having impressive Office Management skills, she always seems to be one step ahead!
Chelsea is the glue that keeps our business operating smoothly.
Running an office doesn’t always get the accolades and yet it is one of the most integral pieces of any well-run and well-organized business. So, kudos to Chelsea and all other office managers out there!
Find us on LinkedIn to read Chelsea's sound advice for how to tackle the day!
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Did you know only 9% of U.S. construction workers are women? That translates to only 1.25% of the U.S. female workforce is in this industry. Additionally, in 2022 only 23.3% of all architects are women.
We here at The Akeena Group would like to see these numbers rise and happily are involved in local and larger programs that promote more women in architecture and construction. Our industry needs more skilled tradeswomen and men, who all bring their unique skill sets to the table. So ladies, lets do this!! If you share this interest with us, please reach out to us to find out how to get involved. 🔧🔨⚒⚙️🧱🏗 #fightlikeagirl #wicad #alohafriday #funfriday #flexfriday #craftsmanship #nationalskilledtradeday #residentialdesign #collegegirls #venturacounty #architecture_view #inspired #tiledesign #womenownedsmallbusiness #womenownedandoperated #WomenOwnedWednesday #womenowned #womenownedbusiness #tilework #feminista #bim #autodesk #challengeaccepted #sustainableenergy #architecture #downtownventura #sustainableliving #womensupportingwomen #womensrights #womensequalityday
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