Our History

Westar established its headquarters in Costa Mesa to serve Southern California communities. With a clear goal, the company developed neighborhood shopping centers designed to meet the everyday needs of California’s growing population. This early focus established Westar as a developer of reliable, community-focused projects.

Westar expanded its reach and took on larger, more complex projects. The addition of national retailers such as Walmart and Home Depot demonstrated the company’s capacity to deliver multi-anchor centers at a regional scale.

Westar applied its regional leasing experience to master-planned, mixed-use developments, thoughtfully integrating retail with residential, office, and adjacent land uses. As consumer shopping habits evolved, the company continued developing new projects while repositioning existing centers—reinforcing the role of physical retail alongside the rise of e-commerce.

Westar refined its approach, focusing on strategic developments. Reinforcing its reputation for carefully planned projects that fit local communities and align with long-term objectives.

Westar continues to advance new, forward-looking projects. Current developments combine national retailers, essential daily-needs businesses, and mixed-use components that reflect the changing patterns of California communities. With a foundation built over decades, Westar looks ahead with disciplined expertise—pursuing opportunities that support long-term growth and enduring value.