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Located at the southern edge of San Diego County, this monument was designed in partnership with Caltrans as a visual marker of California’s southern gateway. I led the design process and secured agency approvals, balancing cultural symbolism with regulatory requirements.
The monument features a prominent California bear at its base and a vertical silhouette of the state. A sunburst and star emblem nod to California’s identity and optimism, while the phrase “Bienvenidos a California” offers a bilingual welcome that reflects the community’s cross-border roots.
This project involved detailed collaboration with Caltrans to ensure the design met visibility, safety, and durability standards. The result is a landmark that anchors San Ysidro’s role as both a point of entry and a community with deep local pride.