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SUMMARY:SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: Corazón del Valle (CDV)
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Paul Vu \nSpring ARCH TOUR FEST: Corazón del Valle (CDV)\nCorazón del Valle stands as a transformative model for affordable housing in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Completed in 2024\, this development offers 180 thoughtfully designed apartments\, including studio\, one-\, two-\, and three-bedroom units. Half of these homes are dedicated to permanent supportive housing for individuals and families transitioning from homelessness\, while the remaining units provide affordable housing for low-income households. \nTour Led by:\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCristian Ahumada\, Executive Director \nCristian was born in Chile and came to the U.S. in the late 1970s. His passion lies in the evolution of cities\, community building\, integration of individuals of all socio-economic strata\, sustainability\, environmental resiliency\, racial equity and ending homelessness. Cristian’s primary goal today is to advance new\, faster\, and more economic models of housing that do not rely on the utilization of Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Over the last 20 years\, he has overseen the development of more than 2000 affordable apartment units\, primarily apartments with support services for people who have experienced homelessness\, and households with special needs. During his tenure at Holos Communities\, previously Clifford Beers Housing\, Cristian has successfully transitioned the organization from the parent company\, Mental Health America of Los Angeles\, into an independent and strong housing developer\, diversified the organization’s income stream\, and created a new non-LIHTC department to bifurcate housing production in addition to growing the LIHTC team. Holos creates new\, holistic paths for developing communities as living ecosystems. These paths will advance solutions for the multiplicity of challenges ahead — the homeless and housing crisis\, global warming\, racial and environmental inequity\, and the displacement of small and BIPOC-owned businesses. He believes that for too long we have attempted to resolve these issues through disparate strategies and mutually exclusive solutions and this new approach will solve for these challenges together because they are all inherently inter-connected. Cristian graduated from California State Polytechnic University\, Pomona\, with a degree in Urban and Regional Planning. He loves to spend time with his son\, Diego\, train Tae Kwon Do\, play chess\, garden\, barbeque\, and look for UFOs. \nMatt Schauer\, Director of Real Estate Development \nMatt has two primary passions in life: to be in service of others and to improve our tools for better outcomes. In affordable housing development\, he has brought those passions together to develop 900 new homes for low-income and formerly unhoused families. He has acquired sites on city\, county\, and state-owned land valued at $9 million; secured $130 million in 9% and 4% tax credit equity\, $365 million in public capital and operating subsidies\, and $9 million in grants; constructed buildings utilizing shipping containers\, wood\, and steel framing; rehabilitated former hotels and single-family homes; developed parks alongside housing; and seeks to incorporate sustainable features in every building\, whether it’s reusing greywater for irrigation of edible landscaping to combat food insecurity\, disconnecting a building from the power grid by being zero net energy in operations\, or reducing a building’s carbon footprint through the elimination of one of the 21st century economy’s most ubiquitous materials: cement. Prior to joining Holos\, Matt worked in microfinance providing financial services to the unbanked in rural China. \n  \nArchitect: Perkins&Will\n  \nBuilding Credits: \nGC – Alpha Construction \nAIA CES: 1.0 LU|HSW Approved\nLearning Units\n\nAnalyze how the project integrates passive design strategies\, such as cross-ventilation and courtyard landscaping\, to enhance thermal comfort and reduce reliance on mechanical cooling.\nEvaluate the role of on-site renewable energy systems\, including solar panels and battery storage\, in improving energy efficiency and resilience in affordable housing developments.\nExamine how Corazón del Valle’s greywater recycling system supports sustainable irrigation practices and contributes to water conservation in a drought-prone region.\nDiscuss the integration of permanent supportive housing with wraparound services\, such as the on-site health clinic\, to address both housing insecurity and healthcare access.\nIdentify key design elements that promote community well-being\, including accessible open spaces\, pedestrian connectivity\, and proximity to public transit.\nAssess how community engagement shaped the project’s density and land use decisions\, highlighting how local support for increased housing near transit can counter typical resistance to density in Los Angeles.\n\n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/spring-arch-tour-fest-corazon-del-valle-cdv/
LOCATION:Corazón del Valle (CDV)\, 14545 Lanark Street\, Panorama City\, CA\, 91402
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: The Ayzenberg Group
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Steve King Architectural Photography \nSpring ARCH TOUR FEST: The Ayzenberg Group\nInformation regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. \nA common problem for multi-faceted creative advertising agencies is that staff and workgroups can easily become isolated into workplace islands of specialization. This problem increases when the organization occupies multiple floors in a single building. In this case\, the agency grew by acquiring adjacent buildings that became available over the last eight years. Spatial integration between existing and new buildings and through multiple floors to make the workplace feel as one and encourage collaboration is truly a three-dimensional problem. \nThis project involves the renovation of a two-story\, 12\,400 SF building and addition of a three-story\, 9\,200 SF building that then interconnects with three-story and one-story buildings. To address the visual interconnection between floors\, a shaft of space runs diagonally from the first level gathering space to a large light monitor at the third level\, framing a view of the sky and visually uniting the three-level workspace as one. Between the new and existing buildings and within the new building itself\, circulation loops functionally tie common spaces together. \nAxial\, oblique\, and diagonal sightlines\, some that coincide with circulation pathways\, help weave space\, light\, and movement together\, creating constant awareness of spaces beyond the space one occupies. This simultaneity lends the project a palpable rhythm of space and activity\, where larger\, scheduled meetings and impromptu discussions occur at once within the workplace visual field without compromising privacy and workgroup activity. \nTour Led by:\nRick Corsini\, AIA  \nRick Corsini\, AIA was born in Los Angeles and received his Master of Architecture in Urban Design from Harvard University and his Bachelor of Architecture from Cal Poly Pomona. In addition to over 25 years of professional practice\, Rick has held faculty appointments at schools of architecture including Cal Poly Pomona\, Woodbury University\, and the University of Southern California. \n  \nArchitect: Corsini Stark Architects\n  \nAIA CES: 1.0 LU Approved\nLearning Objectives: \n1. Participants will analyze how spatial configuration and non-orthogonal geometry can foster collaboration and creative interaction in workplace environments. \n2. Participants will evaluate the use of faceted geometry and angular architectural elements to manipulate sight lines\, daylight\, and spatial perception for enhanced video editing workflows. \n3. Participants will examine strategies for integrating new architectural expressions into existing structures\, focusing on material contrast\, cohesion\, and experiential continuity. \n4. Participants will explore the role of acoustical design\, including surfaces and materials\, in supporting critique-based workflows and informal team engagement. \n5. Participants will assess how flexible and adaptive workspace design can meet the evolving needs of creative industries\, particularly those focused on media and video production. \n  \nParking information: \nPark & Walk at Old Pasadena: 171 N Raymond (right around the corner form the site)
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/spring-arch-tour-fest-the-ayzenberg-group/
LOCATION:Ayzenberg Group\, 49 East Walnut\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91103
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SUMMARY:SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: Adaptive Reuse Downtown With KFA
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Jim Simmons Photography \nSpring ARCH TOUR FEST: Adaptive Reuse in Downtown Los Angeles with KFA\nInformation regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. \nKFA Architecture is presenting a 90-minute walking tour showcasing the transformation of historic buildings into vibrant housing\, hospitality\, and commercial spaces in Downtown Los Angeles. This tour will provide insight into the challenges and strategies involved in adaptive reuse while exploring some of KFA’s most notable projects. \nKFA has been a leader in revitalizing the city’s historic core since spearheading the Adaptive Reuse Ordinance. With over 60 adaptive reuse projects completed\, the firm continues to find new opportunities to reimagine existing buildings for modern use. Tour attendees will see firsthand how KFA integrates contemporary needs with historic preservation\, addressing structural\, accessibility\, and sustainability considerations. \nThis tour is designed for both emerging professionals and seasoned architects interested in urban revitalization\, preservation\, and housing solutions. \nPrior to the tour\, attendees will be invited to a virtual presentation covering project histories\, design strategies\, and key lessons\, allowing for a deeper discussion when on-site. \nTour Led by:\nTarrah Beebe\, AIA\, Senior Associate\, KFA Architecture \nTarrah Beebe joined KFA in 2005 after earning her degree from USC and was promoted to Senior Associate in 2018. Her work focuses on community-based and hospitality projects\, with extensive experience in adaptive reuse and historic renovations. Tarrah collaborates closely with clients\, aligning with their vision to navigate the complexities of design and construction. Her adaptive reuse portfolio includes projects such as the Freehand LA Hotel\, Soho Warehouse\, and The Graduate Hotel in Seattle\, where she has played a key role in restoring and transforming historic buildings for new uses. She values the challenge of integrating contemporary functionality while preserving architectural character. \nTarrah’s experience extends to educational environments\, where she has worked with universities and schools to develop strong programming and thoughtful design solutions. She enjoys working with diverse stakeholders to create spaces that are both practical and enduring. Originally from Boston’s historic Charlestown neighborhood\, Tarrah studied urban design in Tanzania as a Fulbright scholar. She has also taught in USC’s Building Science program and has coached club volleyball in Santa Monica for over a decade. Her collaborative approach and passion for adaptive reuse continue to shape meaningful projects at KFA. \nKaren Filippe\, AIA\, Senior Associate\, KFA Architecture \nKaren Filippe is a Senior Associate at KFA with experience in both new construction and adaptive reuse projects throughout Los Angeles. A native Angeleno with a background in art history\, she approaches design with an awareness of site context and architectural legacy. After earning her graduate degree from SCI-Arc\, Karen began her career at Gehry Technologies\, developing expertise in BIM modeling for large-scale international projects. \nKaren has managed a variety of housing projects\, including hospitality and affordable housing. Her adaptive reuse experience includes the NoMad Hotel LA and The Laurel Apartments\, where she has worked to integrate contemporary uses into existing structures while respecting their original character. \nKaren values collaboration throughout the design process and sees adaptive reuse as an opportunity to contribute to the evolving identity of Los Angeles. She is committed to projects that enhance the city’s built environment and looks forward to continuing KFA’s work in shaping thoughtful\, context-driven spaces. \nIn addition to discussing project details\, Tarrah and Karen will share how their experience with adaptive reuse has shaped their careers and leadership in the field. \nAddresses\, Parking\, and Itinerary: \nPlease Park around the Old Bank District\, where the tour will start. \nOld Bank District: 400 S. Main Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013​\n– Exterior of Hellman Building\, San Fernando Building\, and Continental Building. Inside Old Bank or San Fernando Building. \nRowan Building: 460 S. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013\n– Exterior view and lobby. \nSpring Arcade Building: 541 S. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013​\n– Exterior views. \nThe Chapman Flats: 756 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 ​\n– Exterior and Lobby \nEastern Columbia Lofts: 849 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 ​\n– Exterior and Lobby \nFreehand LA Hotel: 416 W. 8th Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 ​\n– Exterior and Lobby \nHotel Per LA: 649 S. Olive Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014\n– Exterior\, lobby\, vault bathrooms\, mezzanine \n  \nProject Credits and Descriptions \nOLD BANK DISTRICT – Three Buildings \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHellman Building \nOriginal Architect: Alfred F. Rosenheim \nConstruction Date: 1903–1904 \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Associates) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2000 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nArea: 196\,200 SF | Units: 110 \nDescription: Originally designed by Alfred F. Rosenheim and completed in 1904\, the Hellman Building was one of Los Angeles’ earliest steel-frame commercial buildings. Located at the corner of 4th and Main\, it features Beaux-Arts detailing\, a green terra cotta façade\, and expansive street-level windows. In 2000\, the building was adaptively reused by Gilmore Associates in partnership with KFA\, transforming it into 108 loft-style residential units above active ground-floor retail. Today\, the building anchors the Old Bank District and serves as a case study in the thoughtful preservation and reuse of early 20th-century commercial architecture. \n  \nSan Fernando Building \nOriginal Architects: John F. Blee (1907); Robert Brown Young & Son (1911 additions) \nConstruction Dates: 1907 (initial six stories); 1911 (additional two stories) \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Associates) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2000 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nArea: 126\,325 SF | Units: 70 \nDescription: The San Fernando Building\, located at 400 S. Main Street in Downtown Los Angeles\, was originally constructed in 1907 with an expansion in 1911\, designed by architects John F. Blee and Robert Brown Young & Son. Exemplifying Italian Renaissance Revival architecture\, the building features a grand lobby with 22-foot ceilings and intricate cornice detailing. In 2000\, KFA collaborated with Gilmore Associates to adaptively reuse the structure\, converting it into 70 loft-style apartments while preserving its historic character. Today\, the building functions as a mixed-use property\, offering residential lofts above ground-floor retail spaces.  \n  \nContinental Building (formerly Braly Block) \nOriginal Architect: John Parkinson \nConstruction Date: 1904 \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Associates) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2000 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nArea: 90\,950 SF | Units: 57 \nDescription: Designed by John Parkinson and completed in 1904\, the Continental Building was Los Angeles’ first skyscraper\, rising 12 stories and establishing a new vertical scale for the city. The Beaux-Arts façade features terra cotta ornamentation and classical proportions that reflect the building’s early 20th-century commercial origins. Killefer Flammang Architects led the adaptive reuse effort with Gilmore Associates in 2000\, converting the historic structure into 56 loft-style apartments while maintaining its architectural integrity. Today\, the building is part of the Old Bank District and continues to serve as a residential community with active ground-floor retail. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRowan Building – 460 S. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA \nOriginal Architects: John Parkinson and G. Edwin Bergstrom \nConstruction Dates: 1911–1912 \nOriginal Developer: Robert A. Rowan\, Sr.\, R.A. Rowan & Company \nOriginal Use: Office building housing law offices and brokerage firms \nArchitectural Style: Beaux-Arts and Classical Revival \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Downtown Properties\, Goodwin Gaw \nProject Consultant: Tom Gilmore\, Gilmore Associates \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2008 \nAdaptive Reuse Architects of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nGeneral Contractor: City Constructors\, Inc. \nInterior Designer: Dodd Mitchell Design \nArea: 280\,300 SF | Units: 206 \nDescription: The Rowan Building\, situated at 460 S. Spring Street in Downtown Los Angeles\, was originally constructed in 1912 and designed by architects John Parkinson and G. Edwin Bergstrom. This Beaux-Arts structure was adaptively reused in 2008\, converting it into 206 live/work condominium units while preserving its historic features such as exposed brick walls and mahogany-framed windows. The building now offers residents amenities including a landscaped outdoor patio with hot and cold plunge pools\, a resident lounge\, and proximity to Spring Street Park. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSpring Arcade Building (Broadway-Spring Arcade) \nOriginal Architects: Kenneth A. MacDonald Jr. and Maurice C. Couchot \nConstruction Period: 1922–1924 \nOriginal Developer: Mercantile Arcade Realty Company\, led by A.C. Blumenthal \nArchitectural Style: Spanish Renaissance and Beaux Arts \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Joseph Hellen (Hellen Investments) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2010 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nGeneral Contractor: MDM Builders Group \nArea: 229\,628 SF | Units: 142 \nDescription: The Spring Arcade Building\, located at 541 S. Spring Street in Downtown Los Angeles\, was originally completed in 1924 and designed by architects Kenneth MacDonald and Maurice Couchot. This 12-story structure comprises two towers connected by a three-level\, skylit arcade inspired by London’s Burlington Arcade\, creating a pedestrian passage between Spring Street and Broadway. In 2010\, the building underwent an adaptive reuse transformation\, converting it into 142 residential units while preserving its historic architectural elements. Today\, it functions as a mixed-use property\, featuring residential lofts above ground-floor retail spaces.  \n  \nThe Chapman building photographed for Killefer Flammang Architects. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nChapman Lofts – 756 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA  \nOriginal Architect: Ernest McConnell \nConstruction Date: 1912 \nOriginal Use: Office building \nArchitectural Style: Beaux-Arts  \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Heritage Group Development \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2008 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nGeneral Contractor: MDM Builders Group \nArea: 174\,000 SF | Units: 168 \nDescription: The Chapman Lofts\, located at 756 S. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles\, is a 13-story Beaux-Arts building originally constructed in 1912. The adaptive reuse project\, completed in 2007\, transformed the historic structure into 168 residential units while preserving its architectural character. Today\, the building functions as a mixed-use property\, featuring residential lofts above ground-floor retail spaces that contribute to the area’s vibrant urban environment. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEastern Columbia Building – 849 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA \nOriginal Architect: Claud Beelman of the firm Curlett & Beelman \nConstruction Dates: Built in 1930; opened on September 12\, 1930 \nOriginal Use: Headquarters and flagship store for the Eastern Outfitting Company and Columbia Outfitting Company \nArchitectural Style: Art Deco \nGeneral Contractor: J.V. McNeil Company \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: The Kor Group \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2006 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nInterior Designer: Kelly Wearstler Interior Design \nArea: 270\,000 SF | Units: 147 \nDescription: The Eastern Columbia\, a magnificent blue-green terra cotta building and downtown landmark\, has been transformed from a long-abandoned clothing warehouse into condominiums. Located at 9th Street and Broadway\, the project provides 147 light-filled flexible lofts from 880 SF to 3\,200 SF. Concrete floors and ceilings up to 14 feet high are offered in a variety of unit types\, including two-story units with private decks\, three-story units\, and a spectacular fourstory unit. The north and west facades now showcase newly installed windows \nand balconies that seamlessly blend with the building’s historic character. The main lobby entrance off Broadway remains\, grounded by the original restored terrazzo sidewalk and entryway\, and a new landscaped court provides access from the parking area. A rooftop leisure terrace\, under the famous Eastern clock tower\, offers a fitness center\, a pool\, a spa\, a sun deck and an outdoor fireplace. \n  \n \nCommercial Exchange Building / Freehand Los Angeles Hotel \nOriginal Architects: Albert R. Walker and Percy A. Eisen (Walker & Eisen) \nConstruction Date: Completed in 1924 \nOriginal Use: Office building with ground-floor retail \nArchitectural Style: Renaissance Revival with Beaux-Arts influences \nOriginal Developer: Rudolph Rosenberg of the Eighth and Olive Holding Company \nOriginal General Contractor: William Simpson Construction Company  \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: The Sydell Group \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: June 2017 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects (KFA) \nInterior Designer: Roman and Williams \nArea: 116\,230 SF | Keys: 226  \nDescription: Freehand LA is the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of the Commercial Exchange Building into New York-based Sydell Group’s boutique hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. A 226-unit hotel with a range of room types from standard king rooms to rooms that accommodate up to 8 bunks\, the project caters to group\, international\, and youth travelers. It includes a ground floor restaurant and three bars\, including one on the rooftop pool deck.  \n  \nBank of Italy Building / Giannini Place / Hotel Per La \nOriginal Architect: Morgan\, Walls & Clements \nConstruction Date: Completed in 1922; dedicated in 1923 \nOriginal Developer: Bank of Italy (founded by Amadeo P. Giannini) \nOriginal Use: Los Angeles headquarters for the Bank of Italy\, a predecessor to Bank of America \nArchitectural Style: Neoclassical\, featuring Doric columns\, ornate golden-coffered ceilings\, marble floors\, and bronze doors adorned with terra cotta medallions depicting American coins  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAdaptive Reuse: NoMad Hotel (2015–2018) \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Sydell Group \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: January 2018 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects (KFA) \nGeneral Contractor: Shangri-La Construction \nRestoration Contractor: Spectra Company \nInterior Designer: Jacques Garcia \n  \nHotel Per La (2022–Present) \nRebranding and Reopening: Following the closure of the NoMad Hotel in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, the property was reimagined and reopened as Hotel Per La in 2022 \nArea: 165\,169 SF | Keys: 241 \nDescription: The 1922 Bank of Italy building in Downtown LA was transformed by Sydell Group into a luxury hotel with thoughtfully curated amenity spaces. The former bank lobby now serves as the hotel’s main restaurant and bar\, while the rooftop offers a pool and event space. This project played a pivotal role in revitalizing the 7th Street corridor as a destination for dining\, hospitality\, and entertainment.  \n  \nLearning Objectives\n\nExamine the role of adaptive reuse in urban revitalization\, including how repurposing existing structures supports sustainability by reducing demolition waste and embodied carbon.\nAnalyze the challenges of updating historic buildings to meet modern building codes\, accessibility standards\, and energy efficiency requirements while maintaining their architectural integrity.\nIdentify key design strategies used in adaptive reuse projects to enhance occupant health\, safety\, and comfort\, such as improved daylighting\, ventilation\, and seismic retrofitting.\nCompare the preservation strategies applied to historic buildings with new construction methods to understand how adaptive reuse balances contemporary functionality with historic character.\nDiscuss the collaborative process among architects\, developers\, preservationists\, and city officials in navigating regulatory approvals and incentives for adaptive reuse projects.\nEvaluate the long-term impacts of adaptive reuse on urban density\, housing affordability\, and economic development in Downtown Los Angeles.\n\nParking Information: \nAttendees will need to arrange their own transportation and parking in Downtown Los Angeles. It is suggested that attendees park near the first or last stop on the tour. \nOld Bank District: 400 S. Main Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013​\nor\nHotel Per LA: 649 S. Olive Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 \nThere are multiple paid parking lots available along the tour route. We also encourage the use of public transportation\, as there is a Metro stop near the first stop in the Old Bank District and another near the final stop at Hotel Per La. Additionally\, rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft are convenient options for those who prefer not to drive or park in the area. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/spring-arch-tour-fest-adaptive-reuse-downtown-with-kfa/
LOCATION:Old Bank\, 400 S. Main Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013​
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SUMMARY:SPRING ARCH TOUR FEST: Adaptive Reuse Downtown With KFA - Tour 2
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Jim Simmons Photography \nSpring ARCH TOUR FEST: Adaptive Reuse in Downtown Los Angeles with KFA – Tour 2\nInformation regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. \nKFA Architecture is presenting a 90-minute walking tour showcasing the transformation of historic buildings into vibrant housing\, hospitality\, and commercial spaces in Downtown Los Angeles. This tour will provide insight into the challenges and strategies involved in adaptive reuse while exploring some of KFA’s most notable projects. \nKFA has been a leader in revitalizing the city’s historic core since spearheading the Adaptive Reuse Ordinance. With over 60 adaptive reuse projects completed\, the firm continues to find new opportunities to reimagine existing buildings for modern use. Tour attendees will see firsthand how KFA integrates contemporary needs with historic preservation\, addressing structural\, accessibility\, and sustainability considerations. \nThis tour is designed for both emerging professionals and seasoned architects interested in urban revitalization\, preservation\, and housing solutions. \nPrior to the tour\, attendees will be invited to a virtual presentation covering project histories\, design strategies\, and key lessons\, allowing for a deeper discussion when on-site. \nTour Led by:\nTarrah Beebe\, AIA\, Senior Associate\, KFA Architecture \nTarrah Beebe joined KFA in 2005 after earning her degree from USC and was promoted to Senior Associate in 2018. Her work focuses on community-based and hospitality projects\, with extensive experience in adaptive reuse and historic renovations. Tarrah collaborates closely with clients\, aligning with their vision to navigate the complexities of design and construction. Her adaptive reuse portfolio includes projects such as the Freehand LA Hotel\, Soho Warehouse\, and The Graduate Hotel in Seattle\, where she has played a key role in restoring and transforming historic buildings for new uses. She values the challenge of integrating contemporary functionality while preserving architectural character. \nTarrah’s experience extends to educational environments\, where she has worked with universities and schools to develop strong programming and thoughtful design solutions. She enjoys working with diverse stakeholders to create spaces that are both practical and enduring. Originally from Boston’s historic Charlestown neighborhood\, Tarrah studied urban design in Tanzania as a Fulbright scholar. She has also taught in USC’s Building Science program and has coached club volleyball in Santa Monica for over a decade. Her collaborative approach and passion for adaptive reuse continue to shape meaningful projects at KFA. \nKaren Filippe\, AIA\, Senior Associate\, KFA Architecture \nKaren Filippe is a Senior Associate at KFA with experience in both new construction and adaptive reuse projects throughout Los Angeles. A native Angeleno with a background in art history\, she approaches design with an awareness of site context and architectural legacy. After earning her graduate degree from SCI-Arc\, Karen began her career at Gehry Technologies\, developing expertise in BIM modeling for large-scale international projects. \nKaren has managed a variety of housing projects\, including hospitality and affordable housing. Her adaptive reuse experience includes the NoMad Hotel LA and The Laurel Apartments\, where she has worked to integrate contemporary uses into existing structures while respecting their original character. \nKaren values collaboration throughout the design process and sees adaptive reuse as an opportunity to contribute to the evolving identity of Los Angeles. She is committed to projects that enhance the city’s built environment and looks forward to continuing KFA’s work in shaping thoughtful\, context-driven spaces. \nIn addition to discussing project details\, Tarrah and Karen will share how their experience with adaptive reuse has shaped their careers and leadership in the field. \nAddresses\, Parking\, and Itinerary: \nPlease Park around the Old Bank District\, where the tour will start. \nOld Bank District: 400 S. Main Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013​\n– Exterior of Hellman Building\, San Fernando Building\, and Continental Building. Inside Old Bank or San Fernando Building. \nRowan Building: 460 S. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013\n– Exterior view and lobby. \nSpring Arcade Building: 541 S. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013​\n– Exterior views. \nThe Chapman Flats: 756 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 ​\n– Exterior and Lobby \nEastern Columbia Lofts: 849 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 ​\n– Exterior and Lobby \nFreehand LA Hotel: 416 W. 8th Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 ​\n– Exterior and Lobby \nHotel Per LA: 649 S. Olive Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014\n– Exterior\, lobby\, vault bathrooms\, mezzanine \n  \nProject Credits and Descriptions \nOLD BANK DISTRICT – Three Buildings \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHellman Building \nOriginal Architect: Alfred F. Rosenheim \nConstruction Date: 1903–1904 \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Associates) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2000 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nArea: 196\,200 SF | Units: 110 \nDescription: Originally designed by Alfred F. Rosenheim and completed in 1904\, the Hellman Building was one of Los Angeles’ earliest steel-frame commercial buildings. Located at the corner of 4th and Main\, it features Beaux-Arts detailing\, a green terra cotta façade\, and expansive street-level windows. In 2000\, the building was adaptively reused by Gilmore Associates in partnership with KFA\, transforming it into 108 loft-style residential units above active ground-floor retail. Today\, the building anchors the Old Bank District and serves as a case study in the thoughtful preservation and reuse of early 20th-century commercial architecture. \n  \nSan Fernando Building \nOriginal Architects: John F. Blee (1907); Robert Brown Young & Son (1911 additions) \nConstruction Dates: 1907 (initial six stories); 1911 (additional two stories) \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Associates) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2000 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nArea: 126\,325 SF | Units: 70 \nDescription: The San Fernando Building\, located at 400 S. Main Street in Downtown Los Angeles\, was originally constructed in 1907 with an expansion in 1911\, designed by architects John F. Blee and Robert Brown Young & Son. Exemplifying Italian Renaissance Revival architecture\, the building features a grand lobby with 22-foot ceilings and intricate cornice detailing. In 2000\, KFA collaborated with Gilmore Associates to adaptively reuse the structure\, converting it into 70 loft-style apartments while preserving its historic character. Today\, the building functions as a mixed-use property\, offering residential lofts above ground-floor retail spaces.  \n  \nContinental Building (formerly Braly Block) \nOriginal Architect: John Parkinson \nConstruction Date: 1904 \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Tom Gilmore (Gilmore Associates) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2000 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nArea: 90\,950 SF | Units: 57 \nDescription: Designed by John Parkinson and completed in 1904\, the Continental Building was Los Angeles’ first skyscraper\, rising 12 stories and establishing a new vertical scale for the city. The Beaux-Arts façade features terra cotta ornamentation and classical proportions that reflect the building’s early 20th-century commercial origins. Killefer Flammang Architects led the adaptive reuse effort with Gilmore Associates in 2000\, converting the historic structure into 56 loft-style apartments while maintaining its architectural integrity. Today\, the building is part of the Old Bank District and continues to serve as a residential community with active ground-floor retail. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRowan Building – 460 S. Spring Street\, Los Angeles\, CA \nOriginal Architects: John Parkinson and G. Edwin Bergstrom \nConstruction Dates: 1911–1912 \nOriginal Developer: Robert A. Rowan\, Sr.\, R.A. Rowan & Company \nOriginal Use: Office building housing law offices and brokerage firms \nArchitectural Style: Beaux-Arts and Classical Revival \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Downtown Properties\, Goodwin Gaw \nProject Consultant: Tom Gilmore\, Gilmore Associates \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2008 \nAdaptive Reuse Architects of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nGeneral Contractor: City Constructors\, Inc. \nInterior Designer: Dodd Mitchell Design \nArea: 280\,300 SF | Units: 206 \nDescription: The Rowan Building\, situated at 460 S. Spring Street in Downtown Los Angeles\, was originally constructed in 1912 and designed by architects John Parkinson and G. Edwin Bergstrom. This Beaux-Arts structure was adaptively reused in 2008\, converting it into 206 live/work condominium units while preserving its historic features such as exposed brick walls and mahogany-framed windows. The building now offers residents amenities including a landscaped outdoor patio with hot and cold plunge pools\, a resident lounge\, and proximity to Spring Street Park. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSpring Arcade Building (Broadway-Spring Arcade) \nOriginal Architects: Kenneth A. MacDonald Jr. and Maurice C. Couchot \nConstruction Period: 1922–1924 \nOriginal Developer: Mercantile Arcade Realty Company\, led by A.C. Blumenthal \nArchitectural Style: Spanish Renaissance and Beaux Arts \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Joseph Hellen (Hellen Investments) \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2010 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nGeneral Contractor: MDM Builders Group \nArea: 229\,628 SF | Units: 142 \nDescription: The Spring Arcade Building\, located at 541 S. Spring Street in Downtown Los Angeles\, was originally completed in 1924 and designed by architects Kenneth MacDonald and Maurice Couchot. This 12-story structure comprises two towers connected by a three-level\, skylit arcade inspired by London’s Burlington Arcade\, creating a pedestrian passage between Spring Street and Broadway. In 2010\, the building underwent an adaptive reuse transformation\, converting it into 142 residential units while preserving its historic architectural elements. Today\, it functions as a mixed-use property\, featuring residential lofts above ground-floor retail spaces.  \n  \nThe Chapman building photographed for Killefer Flammang Architects. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nChapman Lofts – 756 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA  \nOriginal Architect: Ernest McConnell \nConstruction Date: 1912 \nOriginal Use: Office building \nArchitectural Style: Beaux-Arts  \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Heritage Group Development \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2008 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nGeneral Contractor: MDM Builders Group \nArea: 174\,000 SF | Units: 168 \nDescription: The Chapman Lofts\, located at 756 S. Broadway in Downtown Los Angeles\, is a 13-story Beaux-Arts building originally constructed in 1912. The adaptive reuse project\, completed in 2007\, transformed the historic structure into 168 residential units while preserving its architectural character. Today\, the building functions as a mixed-use property\, featuring residential lofts above ground-floor retail spaces that contribute to the area’s vibrant urban environment. \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEastern Columbia Building – 849 S. Broadway\, Los Angeles\, CA \nOriginal Architect: Claud Beelman of the firm Curlett & Beelman \nConstruction Dates: Built in 1930; opened on September 12\, 1930 \nOriginal Use: Headquarters and flagship store for the Eastern Outfitting Company and Columbia Outfitting Company \nArchitectural Style: Art Deco \nGeneral Contractor: J.V. McNeil Company \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: The Kor Group \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: 2006 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects \nInterior Designer: Kelly Wearstler Interior Design \nArea: 270\,000 SF | Units: 147 \nDescription: The Eastern Columbia\, a magnificent blue-green terra cotta building and downtown landmark\, has been transformed from a long-abandoned clothing warehouse into condominiums. Located at 9th Street and Broadway\, the project provides 147 light-filled flexible lofts from 880 SF to 3\,200 SF. Concrete floors and ceilings up to 14 feet high are offered in a variety of unit types\, including two-story units with private decks\, three-story units\, and a spectacular fourstory unit. The north and west facades now showcase newly installed windows \nand balconies that seamlessly blend with the building’s historic character. The main lobby entrance off Broadway remains\, grounded by the original restored terrazzo sidewalk and entryway\, and a new landscaped court provides access from the parking area. A rooftop leisure terrace\, under the famous Eastern clock tower\, offers a fitness center\, a pool\, a spa\, a sun deck and an outdoor fireplace. \n  \n \nCommercial Exchange Building / Freehand Los Angeles Hotel \nOriginal Architects: Albert R. Walker and Percy A. Eisen (Walker & Eisen) \nConstruction Date: Completed in 1924 \nOriginal Use: Office building with ground-floor retail \nArchitectural Style: Renaissance Revival with Beaux-Arts influences \nOriginal Developer: Rudolph Rosenberg of the Eighth and Olive Holding Company \nOriginal General Contractor: William Simpson Construction Company  \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: The Sydell Group \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: June 2017 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects (KFA) \nInterior Designer: Roman and Williams \nArea: 116\,230 SF | Keys: 226  \nDescription: Freehand LA is the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of the Commercial Exchange Building into New York-based Sydell Group’s boutique hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. A 226-unit hotel with a range of room types from standard king rooms to rooms that accommodate up to 8 bunks\, the project caters to group\, international\, and youth travelers. It includes a ground floor restaurant and three bars\, including one on the rooftop pool deck.  \n  \nBank of Italy Building / Giannini Place / Hotel Per La \nOriginal Architect: Morgan\, Walls & Clements \nConstruction Date: Completed in 1922; dedicated in 1923 \nOriginal Developer: Bank of Italy (founded by Amadeo P. Giannini) \nOriginal Use: Los Angeles headquarters for the Bank of Italy\, a predecessor to Bank of America \nArchitectural Style: Neoclassical\, featuring Doric columns\, ornate golden-coffered ceilings\, marble floors\, and bronze doors adorned with terra cotta medallions depicting American coins  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nAdaptive Reuse: NoMad Hotel (2015–2018) \nAdaptive Reuse Developer: Sydell Group \nAdaptive Reuse Completion: January 2018 \nAdaptive Reuse Architect of Record (AOR): Killefer Flammang Architects (KFA) \nGeneral Contractor: Shangri-La Construction \nRestoration Contractor: Spectra Company \nInterior Designer: Jacques Garcia \n  \nHotel Per La (2022–Present) \nRebranding and Reopening: Following the closure of the NoMad Hotel in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, the property was reimagined and reopened as Hotel Per La in 2022 \nArea: 165\,169 SF | Keys: 241 \nDescription: The 1922 Bank of Italy building in Downtown LA was transformed by Sydell Group into a luxury hotel with thoughtfully curated amenity spaces. The former bank lobby now serves as the hotel’s main restaurant and bar\, while the rooftop offers a pool and event space. This project played a pivotal role in revitalizing the 7th Street corridor as a destination for dining\, hospitality\, and entertainment.  \n  \nLearning Objectives\n\nExamine the role of adaptive reuse in urban revitalization\, including how repurposing existing structures supports sustainability by reducing demolition waste and embodied carbon.\nAnalyze the challenges of updating historic buildings to meet modern building codes\, accessibility standards\, and energy efficiency requirements while maintaining their architectural integrity.\nIdentify key design strategies used in adaptive reuse projects to enhance occupant health\, safety\, and comfort\, such as improved daylighting\, ventilation\, and seismic retrofitting.\nCompare the preservation strategies applied to historic buildings with new construction methods to understand how adaptive reuse balances contemporary functionality with historic character.\nDiscuss the collaborative process among architects\, developers\, preservationists\, and city officials in navigating regulatory approvals and incentives for adaptive reuse projects.\nEvaluate the long-term impacts of adaptive reuse on urban density\, housing affordability\, and economic development in Downtown Los Angeles.\n\nParking Information: \nAttendees will need to arrange their own transportation and parking in Downtown Los Angeles. It is suggested that attendees park near the first or last stop on the tour. \nOld Bank District: 400 S. Main Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013​\nor\nHotel Per LA: 649 S. Olive Street\, Los Angeles\, CA 90014 \nThere are multiple paid parking lots available along the tour route. We also encourage the use of public transportation\, as there is a Metro stop near the first stop in the Old Bank District and another near the final stop at Hotel Per La. Additionally\, rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft are convenient options for those who prefer not to drive or park in the area. \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/spring-arch-tour-fest-adaptive-reuse-downtown-with-kfa-tour-2/
LOCATION:Old Bank\, 400 S. Main Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90013​
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