November 1976 Jonathan Dunn Rankin report on the annual San Diego Architectural Foundation Orchids & Onions awards. Orchids & Onions is an educational program dedicated to the promotion of outstanding architecture, planning, and urban design throughout the San Diego region. It is the only interactive, community-based program geared towards raising awareness and encouraging practical discourse in response to San Diego’s built environment. Each year, a jury of design professionals and artists is selected to determine the official Orchids & Onions based upon public submissions in categories including: architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, and historic preservation. The success of the program relies heavily upon the citizens of San Diego. Public nominations and feedback about the nominations are integral to the planning, growth, and future development of our city. We urge you to take part in this shared process.