The 1 million-sq.-ft. Pechanga Resort and Casino, one of California’s largest hotel/casinos, was completed 83 days ahead of schedule, due primarily to the successful use of the partnering process.

The 13-story hotel tower is clad in concrete panels to simulate large stone blocks. The interior theming uses many natural materials—including stone and wood—that reflect the surrounding landscape and important elements of the tribe’s history.

The interior design is dominated by a geometric motif of oblique angles and incorporates abstractions of tree and plant forms sacred to the tribe. The exterior skin of the building is painted in a warm color scheme of light gold, beige and brown, coupled with patterns indigenous to the tribe.

The early completion of the challenging, multiple-component resort is a true testament to the high-level of skills exhibited by the entire construction team.

Owned by the Pechanga Band of the San Luiseno Indians, the Pechanga Resort and Casino also consists of an 88,000-sq.-ft. casino, 40,000 sq. ft. of convention space (with a 24,000-sq.-ft. grand ballroom), seven restaurants and a 1,200-seat theater.

Other eye-catching features include a sparkling swimming pool, retail space and a central plant.

Quotable:

“The whole team has exceeded expectations, in the fact that we were 83 days ahead of schedule and within budget.”

Anthony Miranda, president,
Pechanga Development Corp