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Fortieth Anniversary of the Annual
People In Preservation Awards - 2023
The PIP Awards honor individuals and organizations or agencies who have made significant
contributions to our architectural and heritage sites and neighborhoods through their commitment
to historic preservation. These passionate individuals, whom SOHO considers heroes and heroines,
have dedicated their time and energy to safeguarding and restoring precious historic resources,
helping to maintain San Diego as a meaningful place to live, work, and visit. Their efforts enrich
the lives of all residents and visitors, and their impact will be profoundly felt by future generations.
This year marks a significant milestone for the PIP Awards as we celebrate four decades of
honoring exceptional preservationists. Their work, projects, and programs have left an indelible
mark on the city’s heritage.
Over the past 40 years, SOHO has been privileged to honor a total of more than 700
outstanding individuals and entities with 432 People In Preservation awards for distinguished
achievements in historic preservation.
We’ve recognized 111 exceptional homeowners and houses, each with its own architectural
charm and unique history, and from a wide array of neighborhoods. The awards also
showcase the breadth of talent and dedication of people in each area. Downtown, with its
density of historic places, has been particularly fruitful: 42 winners have emerged from
its lively streets. La Jolla, Balboa Park areas, and Mission Hills have also made major
contributions, securing 30, 23, and 22 winners, respectively.
With a diverse range of categories, 150 recipients fall into the realm of non-buildings, which
includes books, reports, and education. These awardees have broadened their fields, raising
awareness and enlightening and inspiring us all.
Commercial buildings have left a lasting mark, earning recognition for innovation and
impact. A total of 77, with 47 winners recognized for their adaptive reuse. The people steering
these transformative projects have demonstrated their dexterity in creating spaces that inspire and facilitate growth as they breathed new life into structures that would otherwise have been
demolished and lost.
Forty recipients in the parks and cultural landscape category, whose dedication to preserving
and enhancing our natural and cultural heritage, have enriched our lives. Additionally, 33
public buildings have been applauded for their functional excellence and architectural beauty.
Museums have played a crucial role in our cultural landscape, with 25 institutions being
honored for their invaluable contributions to art, history, and education. Likewise, 21
religious structures have been celebrated for their architectural splendor and spiritual
significance.
These individuals’ and entities’ extraordinary commitment to excellence has transformed our
city and region, and our lives. As we applaud the accomplishments of this year’s recipients,
we also pay tribute to the collective efforts of those who came before them, and acknowledge
the path they continue to forge for the preservationists yet to come. These exceptional people
remind us to keep our vision clear, our passion burning, and our readiness primed for the
challenges that lie ahead.
 Congratulations to all this year's award winners! We are impressed and inspired by your dedication and achievements and contributions to San Diego's authentic character and quality of life.
Read about all the winners in our beautiful 40th anniversary event program.
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PAST PEOPLE IN PRESERVATION AWARD WINNERS
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Click Master list of winners
to view from 1983 to current year
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