DPA Senior Living & Healthcare

The Team

Douglas Pancake, AIA

President

Douglas is a seasoned architect specializing in housing design, particularly in multi-family and senior housing projects. With over three decades of experience in the field, he has played a significant role in advancing the design of senior housing and care facilities. Douglas earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Architecture from the University of New Mexico, followed by both a Bachelor of Architecture and a Master of Architecture from the University of Arizona.

At the forefront of his firm, Douglas provides leadership and guidance, drawing upon his extensive expertise to drive architectural innovation. By continually pushing the boundaries of what architecture can achieve, he exemplifies a commitment to shaping environments that foster well-being, connectivity, and enduring relevance in the communities they serve.

Jonathan Ma, NCARB, AIA

LEED AP, Partner, COO

Jonathan is the visionary force behind the creation and growth of DPA Design Studio. With over 25 years of experience spanning multifamily housing, commercial design, tenant improvements, and custom luxury single-family residences, Jonathan serves as the catalyst for innovation and excellence within the studio.

His diverse expertise enables him to oversee every facet of DPA Design Studio’s projects, from strategic planning and workflow management to the integration of BIM standards and client business development. Jonathan’s leadership is characterized by unwavering integrity, which not only guides his mentorship of staff but also fosters strong, trust-based relationships with clients and business partners alike.

Penny Nelson

CDFA, Chief Financial Officer

With a keen eye for detail and over 30 years of experience, Penny Nelson oversees all financial, accounting, human resources, and administrative functions of DPA. Penny’s penchant for technology and efficiency has allowed the team to increase productivity and company growth. Her implementation of effective systems at the firm has been beneficial not just to the financial department, but to every employee at DPA.

Penny graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Finance. In addition to her success at DPA, Penny has served as National President of the Society for Design Administration (SDA), where she received recognition for her dedication to enhancing the professional development and growth of design firm administrative and management personnel. She currently serves as a director on the SDA Orange County Chapter board.

Marco Lopez

Project Manager

With over 15 years of experience in the architectural industry, Marco is an invaluable asset to the team. As a project manager, he leads the design team and is responsible for the development of projects from concept to Construction Administration. Marco has a keen eye for detail with an extensive background in single-family and multi-family residential architecture.

Shion Lackie

Designer

As a recent graduate from Cal Poly Pomona and experience at a residential firm in Los Angeles, Shion has dependable groundwork as an architectural designer. He is passionate about creating lasting spaces and he brings a fresh perspective for architectural design. Shion has become an integral part of the design team by leading conceptual development and supporting all phases of project designs.

Jenessa Cua

Designer

During her education at Cal Poly Pomona, Jenessa interned at DPA and has developed into an established architectural designer. She currently supports our project managers from Schematic Design through Construction Documentation and her skills in visual documentation have become an irreplaceable addition to our design process. Jenessa also assists the firm in marketing development with her trained eye for graphic design, making her a vital part of the DPA design team.

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19000 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 500
Irvine, CA 92612
Phone: (949) 720-3850

19000 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 500
Irvine, CA 92612
Phone: (949) 720-3850
Fax: (949) 720-3843