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SUMMARY:The Egyptian Theater
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Credit: Mike Hume \nArchitecture Firm Credit: Gensler \nSee Full Credit List Below \nTOUR DETAILS\nGensler collaborated with Netflix to reimagine key elements of The Egyptian Theatre and create an authentic sense of belonging at the century-old historic landmark nestled in the heart of Hollywood\, California. The meticulous redesign of the Art Deco-era theatre spans across its architectural interiors\, exterior entrance\, and signage and wayfinding\, and additionally introduces a permanent narrative storytelling exhibit showcasing its rich history. \nIn line with the approach of The Egyptian’s original artisans\, our interior design concept creates harmonious flow by blending both Egyptian design influences and contemporary abstractions. The modernization deeply prioritizes cultural sensitivity\, reverence\, and inclusivity in a thoughtful and respectful manner across the space\, from the gold-finished papyrus crowning the main gate\, to the customized floor pattern reflecting a falcon’s wings\, to the carefully researched color palette. \nOur multidisciplinary approach extended beyond researching the theatre’s history\, and ultimately revealed a meaningful connection between entrepreneur Sid Grauman’s original desire for inclusive immersion and Netflix’s vision for an open\, welcoming\, and engaging space for today’s patrons. Through this mirroring\, along with the theatre design’s renewed balance of cultural authenticity and modern creativity\, the redesign captures the true essence of The Egyptian’s 100-year history and positions it to entertain audiences for years to come. \nIn 2024\, the Los Angeles Conservancy recognized Gensler’s work with Netflix on the project with the Conservancy’s Chair’s Award\, noting that The Egyptian Theatre “remains a focal point on Hollywood Boulevard and an important place to experience cinema history.” \nTOUR HOSTS\nDenise Zacky-Popoch\, AIA\, Principal + Design Director\, Gensler \nWith more than 20 years of design experience\, Denise leads a diverse range of projects\, with a focus on media and technology clients. As a workplace thought leader\, Denise understands that communicating a company’s unique brand and culture through its work environment is a powerful opportunity to connect employees to the mission and values of the organization. A passionate client advocate\, Denise serves as the Southwest Regional Client Relationship Leader\, working across the region to strengthen our client partnerships with brands including Netflix — now a global account with built projects in Los Angeles\, Amsterdam\, and Brazil — as well as Hulu\, Riot Games\, and DreamWorks. With a commitment to mentorship and ongoing education\, Denise has taught at Southern California Institute of Architecture\, the USC School of Architecture\, and continues to serve as an active panelist for industry discussions. \nRick Kotani\, AIA\, Project Architect\, Gensler \nRick is a Southern California native who grew up in Santa Monica. \nHe attended University of California Berkeley graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture. Before returning back to Los Angeles\, Rick made a quick trip to Japan for an internship at a Japanese architectural firm\, Kume Sekkei. There\, he had the opportunity to work in a Project Development team to propose Japan’s first casino. \nAfter returning back to Los Angeles\, Rick gathered experience in an interior architecture working on single-family residences throughout Southern California. He then stepped into the realm of retail working for the Guess Brand store planning team – working on test fits and space plans for a global roll-out. \nTOUR MEETING SPOT \nFront of Building – 6712 Hollywood Boulevard\, Los Angeles 90028 \nPARKING \nUnderground parking nearby\, metered on-street parking. \nFULL CREDIT LIST (Architects\, Builders\, Engineers\, etc.)\nSyska Hennessy – MEP \nStructural Focus – Structural Engineer \nLighting Design Alliance – Lighting
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/egyptian-theater/
LOCATION:The Egyptian Theatre\, 6712 Hollywood Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90028
CATEGORIES:Learning Units,Tours
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SUMMARY:Lucia
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Credit: Rob Stark \nArchitecture Firm Credit: Preen\, Inc. \nSee Full Credit List Below \nTOUR DETAILS\nLucia\, designed by Preen\, Inc.\, is a modern Afro-Caribbean restaurant in Los Angeles offering an innovative take on the opulence of dining’s Golden Era\, transformed with a breath of air and island color. The restaurant is designed to be a referential show-stopper…a rich\, immersive experience for dining\, while at the same time\, creating breathing room that speaks to nighttime island culture. Lucia has won multiple design award since opening\, including Restaurant & Bar Designs Awards’ “Best Americas Restaurant/Bar” as well as Boutique Design’s Gold Key Award for Excellence in Hospitality Design – Restaurant\, Upscale Design. \nTOUR HOSTS\nTaylor Cornell – NCARB\, RA \nTaylor is a California licensed architect and Director of Design at Preen\, Inc. She has a background in the world of historic preservation. Prior to joining Preen\, she worked in construction\, preserving and rehabilitating buildings around Los Angeles. She is committed to continuing the life of a building through unique and creative design. Taylor holds a Masters degree in Architecture from Virginia Tech and a BFA in Historic Preservation from the Savannah College of Art and Design. \nTOUR MEETING SPOT \nAt Exterior Front Entry on Fairfax – 351 N. Fairfax Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036 \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nElective credit:\n \n\nTour participants will discuss the adaptive reuse of the building\, Taylor will cover how the interior was transformed from an old burger kitchen into an upscale dining establishment\nTour participants will take away new knowledge on the collaborative efforts between lighting design and how it informs and transforms the spatial design of the project. Taylor will cover the close collaboration with lighting designer John Barlow to ensure the architecture and lighting design emphasize and complement each other.\nTour participants will discuss the ergonomic requirements and considerations that go into banquette design\, as all the millwork in this project was custom designed and drawn by Taylor herself.\nRegarding the 18′ tall palm leaf sculptural structures\, Taylor will discuss the design process and structural considerations that were taken into account\, from initial idea to project completion\, including collaboration efforts with the restaurant owner as well as the fabricating artist.\n\nPARKING \nStreet parking available – paid on Fairfax – free on surrounding streets. \nFULL CREDIT LIST (Architects\, Builders\, Engineers\, etc.)\nSam Jordan – Owner\, Lightspeed\, Lighting Designer  \nJohn Barlow\, Barling Construction \nScott Gilkey – Restaurant Consultant \nCRO Engineering – MEP \nIRC – Kitchen Design \nCris Paniagua – Structural Engineer
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/lucia/
LOCATION:Lucia\, 351 N. Fairfax Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036
CATEGORIES:Learning Units,Tours
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SUMMARY:ARCH TOUR FEST: 900 Wilshire Renewal 2026
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Hunter Kerhart \nARCH TOUR FEST: 900 Wilshire Renewal\nRestrained yet extensive recladding and volumetric subtractions/additions to a tired boulevard office building in order to RENEW an existing building while capturing and reducing its original carbon footprint. The reimagined building enhances its site and its occupants’ connection to the immediately surrounding urban ecology as well as distant views. \nOur Office Building’s expansive glazing opens the Interior Spaces to the surrounding environment and enhances the wellness quality of the workplace. By placing emphasis on transparency and by blurring the building perimeter through a series of balconies\, terraces\, and lookouts\, the work environment promotes communications and synergy and privileges a connection with the Urban realm beyond. Continuous cornice lines frame verandas and direct views to the Mountains and Ocean. \nOur design celebrates Santa Monica. At the Northwest corner a projected ‘picture window’ captures the unique Ocean Sunset Views. A segment of the glazed façade along Wilshire is angled to reflect the Pacific Horizon; like an open hand\, it directs one to the main entrance\, directly connecting the building with its adjoining urban context. \n  \nTour Led By: \nHraztan Zeitlian\, AIA – Founder\, Struere \nHraztan Zeitlian is the Founder of award-winning Architectural firm STRUERE\, West Los Angeles. Design is Hraztan’s passion. His work has garnered numerous Design Awards\, including an AIA National Award for 900 Wilshire\, as well as 3 American Architecture National Design Awards from the Chicago Athenaeum and 2 American Institute of Architects Los Angeles Chapter Awards. In addition\, his work has received Design Awards from the AIA National Academy of Architecture for Justice\, the AIA California Council and multiple AIA Chapters throughout Southern California\, as well as from a number of Los Angeles area organizations such as LABC\, LABJ\, SCDF\, WUF\, etc. He brings a forward thinking\, experimental approach to design\, he seeks in each project opportunities for innovation. \nArchitect: Struere\nBuilding Credits\nArchitect: Struere \nContractor: Cal-City Construction \nStructural Engineer: Nabih Youssef Associates \nLandscape Architect: Troller Mayer Associates\, Inc. \nAIA CES: 1.0 LU|HSW Approved \nLearning Objectives:\nDesign for Integration. Participants will be able to explain how this renovation (and renewal) saves and sustains the existing office building’s carbon footprint from the wrecking ball and breathes new life into it by opening up the building’s interior spaces to the surrounding urban environment\, in an effort to enhance the wellness quality of the interior workplace. \nDesign for Equitable Communities. Participants will observe how this project provides continuous balconies on multiple levels that are open to all users within. This gives the building users equitable access to weather protected outdoor work areas with wifi that are non-hierarchical and available to all. \nGood design adds value for owners\, occupants\, community\, and planet\, regardless of project size and budget. Participants will be able to describe this mixed use project with community serving commercial spaces or retail on the ground floor\, with upper floors divided between offices on street facing sides and residential units to the rear of the building facing south the ideal solar orientation. Cost saving strategies included the implementation of the renovation strictly from the exterior of the building\, without impacting the users within and their operations. \nParticipants will be able to outline how good design reduces energy use and eliminates dependence on fossil fuels\, while improving building performance\, function\, comfort\, and enjoyment. \nParking\nStreet parking available.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/arch-tour-fest-900-wilshire-renewal-2026/
LOCATION:900 Wilshire Renewal\, 900 Wilshire\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:SNAP Campus\, New Amenity Park & Building
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Credit: Courtesy of OFFICEUNTITLED  \nArchitecture Firm Credit: OFFICEUNTITLED \nSee Full Credit List Below \nTOUR DETAILS\nIn Santa Monica\, OFFICEUNTITLED transforms a former stretch of surface parking into a defined outdoor room—part garden\, part civic space\, part place for everyday pause. What was once residual space is reworked into a site with presence\, shaped through a series of architectural interventions that test how form\, material\, and light can operate together. \nThe project is conceived as a built testing ground. Shade structures\, an amenity building\, and site elements are developed as custom systems rather than off-the-shelf solutions\, balancing formal ambition with fabrication logic\, durability\, and long-term use. \nThe tour offers a close look at how design ambition is carried through coordination—between material innovation\, structural systems\, and construction constraints—to produce built form. Visitors will experience how light\, geometry\, and fabrication work together on site\, and how small-scale interventions can redefine underutilized spaces into active\, shared environments. \n  \nTOUR HOSTS\nChristianne Jordan\, Associate AIA\, Principal\, OFFICEUNTITLED \nChristianne Jordan is a project leader with over 10 years of experience delivering award-winning work across scales and typologies. Her work emphasizes design excellence\, performance\, and long-term impact. She leads the firm’s AIA 2030 Commitment and sustainability efforts\, and has contributed to projects including the Cayton Children’s Museum\, Edwards Lifesciences Master Plan\, and AVA Arts District LA. She has spoken at the NetZero Conference and Façade Tectonics\, and holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Iowa State University. \nLecan Li\, AIA\, CA Licensed Architect\, LEED AP\, OFFICEUNTITLED  \nLecan Li is an architectural designer at OFFICEUNTITLED whose work explores how the built environment can elevate daily life while contributing to broader cultural and environmental contexts. \nSince joining the firm after earning her Master of Architecture from UCLA\, she has contributed to a diverse range of projects across typologies and scales—including mixed-use\, commercial\, residential\, data centers\, and large-scale media installations. Her work spans multiple phases\, from early design through project development\, with a focus on clarity\, adaptability\, and execution. \nTOUR MEETING SPOT \nInfront of Security Gate at the south side of the 3050 Ocean Park Blvd Amenity building. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \nPROJECT PLANNING & DESIGN (Construction Systems): This project deploys Brach Technology\, an emerging facade system composed of lightweight panels formed from 3D-printed substrates\, shaped into organic\, complex geometries and finished with a traditional plaster assembly to perform as a rainscreen.\n• Learning Objective — Analyze how emerging facade systems\, including 3D-printed lightweight panel assemblies\, can expand formal expression while meeting performance\, durability\, and constructability requirements within a rainscreen \nPROJECT PLANNING & DESIGN (Construction Systems): The canopy structures extend over 30 feet from a single column\, requiring deep reinforced concrete foundations. Their petal-like geometries pushed the limits of steel fabrication standards and demanded a high level of coordination between structural engineering\, steel fabrication\, and architectural intent.\n• Learning Objective — Evaluate strategies for achieving long-span cantilevers through integrated structural and fabrication approaches\, including coordination between foundation systems\, steel assemblies\, and complex geometry. \nPROGRAMMING & ANALYSIS (Resilience to Natural and Human Impacts): Additional of new canopies to create a comfortable environment in the new park in a large open space. Exploration of the size of the shading structure\, size of perforations\, and ideal locations were all factors that were explored\, studied\, and analyzed.\n• Learning Objective — Assess how the scale\, geometry\, and perforation of shading structures influence microclimate conditions\, including solar exposure\, thermal comfort\,\nand the usability of open public space. \nPROJECT DEVELOPMENT & DOCUMENTATION (Construction Contract Administration): Working in tight construction schedules\, procurement timelines and small sites presented challenges with installation between many trades on site. Detailing and attachments of critical elements on the facade and canopies had to be reconsidered in order to make installation within the construction timelines feasible.\n• Learning Objective — Evaluate how construction sequencing\, procurement timelines\, and site constraints influence detailing decisions\, and identify strategies to adapt attachment systems for efficient and feasible installation. \n  \nPARKING \nOn site parking can be provided and validated. All guests will need to check in at security of the 3100 Ocean Park Blvd Building (just to the south of the Meeting Spot) to receive badges prior to joining the tour. \nFULL CREDIT LIST (Architects\, Builders\, Engineers\, etc.)\nGeneral Contractor – Swinerton\nLandscape Architect – SALT\nStructural Engineer – Kurt Fisher Structural Engineering\nArchitect – OFFICEUNTITLED\nMEP Engineer and Lighting Designer – A3 Engineering\nCivil – Brandow & Johnston\nSteel Canopy Fabricator – Washington Iron\nFaçade Panel Manufacturer – Branch Technologies
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/snap-campus/
LOCATION:Snap Campus\, 3050 Ocean Park Blvd\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90405
CATEGORIES:Learning Units,Tours
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SUMMARY:ARCH TOUR FEST: The Sheats-Goldstein Residence and Club James (2026) - Tour 1
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Jeff Green Photography \nARCH TOUR FEST: The Goldstein Estate – Tour 1 @ 10:30 pm\n(aka The Sheats-Goldstein Residence and Club James)\nInformation regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTour Led by:\n \nKristopher Conner\, AIA\, NCARB\, and James Perry\, NCARB\, of Conner & Perry Architects\, Inc. \nTour Organizers:\nConner & Perry Architects\, Inc.\nThe Goldstein Estate is home to the iconic Sheats-Goldstein Residence (1963) by John Lautner. Originally constructed for the Sheats family in the early 1960’s\, the house was purchased by James Goldstein in 1972 and he enlisted Lautner to embark on a series of renovations and improvements to “perfect” the home\, until the architect’s passing in 1994. At that time there were schematic designs in place for adjacent entertainment facilities\, including a tennis court\, guest house\, and garage/maid’s quarters. Lautner protege\, Duncan Nicholson\, took over the renovations to the home and continued to develop the designs for the entertainment facilities as well as the construction of the James Turrell Skyspace\, “Above Horizon.” During this time\, the program for the new facilities grew to include a home theater\, private nightclub\, library\, offices\, dining terrace\, and lap pool. \nNicholson’s untimely death in 2015 led project architects Kristopher Conner and James Perry to form Conner & Perry Architects\, who now serve as the architect of record for the property. Conner and Perry continue to oversee construction and develop designs with the owner\, Jim Goldstein\, for the lower terrace\, home theater\, and guest house portions of project\, as well as overseeing maintenance and restoration efforts for the original residence. This property is a cultural mainstay of Los Angeles\, featured in many motion pictures\, fashion\, and editorial photography\, and has been bequeathed to LACMA by Goldstein so that it may remain accessible to the public to inspire future generations of designers and enthusiasts. \nRead more about the residence and Conner & Perry Architects’ contribution in the recent Architect’s Newspaper story (here). \nBuilding Credits: \nCurrent Architect: Conner & Perry Architects\, Inc.\nPast Architect: Nicholson Architects\nOriginal Architect: Lautner Associates (John Lautner\, FAIA)\nClient/Homeowner: James F. Goldstein\nGeneral Contractor: Ostermann Construction/Empire Group Construction\nStructural Engineer: Andrew Nasser\, Omnispan Corp.\nLandscape Designer: Eric Nagelmann\nGlazing Contractor: Giroux Glass\, Inc.\nMetal Fabricators: Breakform Design \nParking Information:\nPark on the street along Angelo View Dr. or Davies. Tour groups should convene in the cul-de-sac at the top of the driveway and the tour will proceed once everyone has arrived. \nParking in the neighborhood is extremely limited due to ongoing construction. Please consolidate into as few vehicles as possible or use a ride-share service and plan accordingly.  \nAIA CES: 1 AIA CES Learning Unit Approved\nLearning Objectives: \n1) An understanding of the history of this architecturally and culturally significant work.\n2) A basic understanding of the tenants of American Organic Architecture and how they have been implemented by Lautner\, Nicholson\, and Conner & Perry.\n3) An overview of poured-in-place concrete and its structural\, formal\, and aesthetic qualities.\n4) A case study of the integration of sports and hospitality facilities in contemporary\, high-end residential projects.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/arch-tour-fest-sheats-goldstein-2026-tour-1/
LOCATION:The Goldstein Estate\, 10104 Angelo View Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Century Villages at Cabrillo
DESCRIPTION:Photography Credit: Nahid LaCiura \nArchitecture Firm: The Architects Collective \nFull Credit List Below \nTOUR DETAILS\n“Homes are the cornerstone of a thriving and just society.” \nAIA Los Angeles & AIA Long Beach / South Bay are very pleased to introduce our communities to Century Villages at Cabrillo (CVC): an inspiring and beautifully planned community designed to provide quality affordable housing and onsite supportive services. \nLocated in Long Beach\, CA\, Century Villages at Cabrillo (CVC) sits on 27 acres and is home to over 2\,000 residents on any given night\, including veterans\, families\, and individuals with special needs. CVC offers both permanent and transitional housing\, complemented by a network of services and amenities with a range of collaborators. \nEstablished in 1997\, CVC transformed a former Naval housing base near the Port of Long Beach into a thriving community. By bringing together service providers\, many of whom operate directly onsite\, CVC leverages a collective-impact approach to break the cycle of homelessness for its residents. (Collective impact is a framework where organizations from different sectors work together towards a common goal.) Nearly every resident in permanent housing at CVC maintained their housing after one year—a testament to its success. \nAs the backbone organization\, CVC serves as the steward\, manager\, and coordinator of the Villages community. CVC is a nonprofit affiliate of Century Housing\, a group dedicated to financing\, developing\, and managing quality affordable housing across California. \nClick here to learn more about Century Villages at Cabrillo. \n  \nTOUR HOSTS\n \nRichard Prantis\, AIA\, LEED AP – Founding Principal\, The Architects Collective (TAC) \nRichard Prantis is the Founding Principal of Los Angeles-based The Architects Collective (TAC). Inspired by a mission to enrich lives through the practice of architecture\, Richard’s work is focused on affordable housing in an effort to bring excellent design to those in need. Richard is concerned with the design of space and how it is experienced; indeed\, architecture can evoke a sense of engagement\, beauty\, joy\, dignity and security. Richard applies to the practice over 30 years of experience inarchitectural design\, construction detailing and construction observation\, providing insight and leadership on all TAC projects.  Drawing inspiration from the regional context\, Richard leads the analysis and design of buildings that integrate the honest expression of building materials\, energy-efficient building design and connection to the outdoors. Richard has served on various AIA|LA committees focused on the intersection of public policy\, design and homelessness and regularly lends his expertise to juries at architectural design programs throughout southern California. Whether traveling locally or internationally\, Richard enjoys full immersion into a culture\, observing urban form\, public realm\, housing typologies\, lifestyle\, history\, art and music. \n \nKimberly Wee – Executive Director\, Century Villages at Cabrillo (CVC) \nAs Executive Director of Century Villages at Cabrillo and Vice President of Residential Services\, Ms. Wee oversees the services offered to residents in Century’s supportive housing developments. Ms. Wee has more than two decades of program development and contracts experience\, which enables her to oversee Century’s intensive case management county contract\, develop and evaluate programming for adults and youth\, as well as support the larger backbone role that Century Villages at Cabrillo plays within the community. She supports a dedicated team of case managers and clinical staff that serve formerly homeless veterans\, youth\, and families. At the Villages at Cabrillo\, she has worked collaboratively to strengthen and expand the community resulting in thousands of lives being transformed. \n\nMs. Wee began her work in social services and as an advocate for women in Connecticut more than 20 years ago. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Psychology at Central Connecticut State University. As an undergrad\, she worked in the Women’s Center and the Counseling Center where she first began her work as a certified domestic violence counselor and sexual assault advocate. Her work as an undergrad led to being offered a prestigious graduate fellowship to study substance abuse and sexual assault on college campuses throughout the state. \nIn 1998\, she relocated to California where she began working at a domestic violence shelter in Orange County which led to her career path in the field and to Long Beach. In 2000\, she started her work in Long Beach at a domestic violence agency as Program Coordinator. She worked to integrate the shelter and agency into the new community and to build the program into the success it is today. She held several leadership positions in the agency including the Senior Director of Contracts and Quality Assurance. Ms. Wee remains active in the domestic violence movement as a graduate of BlueShield’s Strongfield Leadership Program\, an intense 18-month statewide initiative for leaders in the domestic violence field and as a long time member and current president of End Abuse Long Beach. She is a graduate of the Leadership Long Beach Institute\, class of 2020\, and has recently joined their board of directors. \n \nOscar Alvarado – Senior Vice President of Housing Development\, Century Affordable Development\, Inc. \n\nAs Senior Vice President of Century Affordable Development\, Inc.\, Oscar Alvarado supervises Century’s real estate development team which currently has over 2\,000 affordable homes in its pipeline. During his tenure with Century\, Mr. Alvarado has assembled and established a very productive\, creative\, and effective team of development professionals. His efforts have helped position Century as a regional leader in multi-phase and master-planned communities — an innovative and high- impact approach to addressing the local affordable housing and homelessness crisis. Mr. Alvarado has worked in affordable housing development in Southern California since 2005 and in that time\, he has managed diverse projects serving families\, seniors\, veterans\, the homeless\, and the local workforce. \nPrior to Century\, he worked for Thomas Safran & Associates and A Community of Friends in Los Angeles. In his role\, Mr. Alvarado manages the development team’s relationships with key lenders\, investors\, contractors\, and other partners working with Century to identify\, finance\, and construct affordable and supportive housing. He received a B.A. in Political Economy at the University of California at Berkeley and a Masters of City and Regional Planning from Cornell University. Mr. Alvarado is a board member of American Family Housing\, headquartered in Orange County\, California. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\n\n1. Participants will analyze how integrated campus planning and circulation design at Century Villages at Cabrillo (CVC) – a 27-acre supportive housing community serving low-income\, formerly homeless individuals\, families\, and Veterans – support health\, safety\, and welfare outcomes by improving accessibility\, wayfinding\, and connections between housing\, healthcare\, and social services for vulnerable populations. \n\n\n\n2. Participants will evaluate how design strategies for supportive care—such as co-locating housing\, clinics\, and social services—can enhance resident stability\, promote healing and help break the cycle of homelessness\, including the integration of health and wellness into the built environment through amenities such as on-site fitness facilities\, outdoor recreation spaces (including a basketball court)\, and an expanding urban forest that supports both physical and mental health. \n\n\n\n3. Participants will assess how sustainable site design elements\, including stormwater capture within shared open spaces and pedestrian-oriented planning\, contribute to environmental performance while fostering safe\, healthy\, and socially connected community environments. They will also have a chance to explore how new buildings at CVC achieve LEED Gold or Platinum certification\, incorporating advanced energy efficiency features and award-winning environmental practices. \n\n\n4. Participants will explore how human-centered\, trauma-informed care-focused design interventions—such as activated ground floors\, multi-functional community spaces\, and opportunities for informal interaction—can improve mental health\, social cohesion\, and overall quality of life for residents and neighboring communities\, including the site’s relationship to public transit and how design decisions enhance mobility\, community engagement\, and access to essential services.\n  \nFULL CREDIT LIST – Building Credits        \nThe Cove\nGeneral Contractor: Walton Construction Services\nStructural Engineer: David Choi & Associates\nLandscape Architect: MJS Landscape Architecture\nInterior Design: Aylin Inel\n        \nAnchor Place\nGeneral Contractor: Walton Construction Services\nStructural Engineer: David Choi & Associates\nLandscape Architect: RELM\nInterior Designer: Collaborative House\n       \nCabrillo Gateway\nGeneral Contractor: Walton Construction Services\nStructural Engineer: David Choi & Associates\nLandscape Architect: Melendrez (now RELM)\nInterior Designer: JAG Interiors\n       \nPlaza\nGeneral Contractor: Walton Construction Services\nStructural Engineer: N/A\nLandscape Architect: N/A\n\nInterior Designer: Aylin Inel \n\n\nFor CVC projects\, civil engineering plays a significant role\, and the civil engineer across projects is ARDURRA. The master planning and community design partner is City Fabrick.\n  \nTOUR MEETING SPOT\nMeet in front of the property office by the flags at the intersection of Williams Street and River Avenue.\nClick here to see and download the PDF for Driving Directions & the Campus Map. \n  \nPARKING\nDetails forthcoming. \n  \n  \nTHANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZERS & PARTNERS!\n \n \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/century-villages-at-cabrillo/
LOCATION:Century Villages at Cabrillo\, 2001 River Avenue\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Learning Units,Networking,Professional Practice Committee,Tours
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SUMMARY:Alliance Judy Ivie Burton Technology Academy High School
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Credit: Here and Now Agency \nArchitecture Firm Credit: LOC Architects \nSee Full Credit List Below \nTOUR DETAILS\nThe Burton Tech High School Expansion demonstrates how thoughtful design can directly advance equity\, health\, and environmental performance within a constrained urban campus. Located in South Los Angeles\, this new two-story academic building increases instructional capacity while redefining what high-quality public school facilities can be in underserved communities. \nParticipants will explore how daylighting served as a primary design driver\, with classrooms\, circulation spaces\, and stairways oriented to maximize natural light while reducing energy consumption through daylight sensors and high-performance glazing. The tour will examine how passive design strategies\, compact massing\, and vertical organization respond to a tight infill site governed by FAR limitations and budget constraints. \nThe project’s indoor–outdoor learning environments—including a flexible courtyard and roof deck classroom—demonstrate how educational spaces can support student well-being\, engagement\, and social interaction while maintaining safety and controlled access appropriate for a school setting. Polycarbonate wall systems balance privacy with transparency\, reinforcing both security and civic presence along the public street. \nThis tour offers insight into sustainable school design\, daylighting in dense urban contexts\, equitable educational environments\, and the integration of health\, safety\, and welfare principles into contemporary K–12 architecture. \nTOUR HOSTS\nAli Jeevanjee\, AIA\, Principal LOC Architects \nAli Jeevanjee is co-founder and principal of LOC Architects\, where he leads projects that integrate architecture\, urban context\, and human experience into thoughtful\, enduring design. At LOC\, Ali provides design direction across civic\, cultural\, educational\, and residential projects\, guiding each from concept through construction. His approach is rooted in crafting spaces that are human-scaled and encourage deeper connections to their surrounding environment. Prior to founding LOC\, Ali gained experience with Frank O. Gehry\, contributing to The Art of the Motorcycle exhibit at the Guggenheim and the Vincor Winery in Canada. He also gained extensive experience at Ellerbe Becket on large-scale sports and entertainment venues\, and collaborated with Kathryn Gustafson on the South Coast Plaza bridge and terrace. Ali holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University and a Master of Architecture from the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University and has taught architecture at Cal Poly Pomona and USC. \nPoonam Sharma\, Principal LOC Architects \nPoonam Sharma is a founding partner of LOC Architects\, where she leads projects at the intersection of architecture\, education\, and cultural practice..At LOC\, Poonam has led the design of learning environments\, community spaces\, and performance venues\, with a focus on public benefit\, sustainability\, and inclusive design. Her recent work includes educational\, performance spaces\, and community centers. \n\nPrior to founding LOC with Ali Jeevanjee\, Poonam worked with StudioWorks on a new urban campus for the Los Angeles Unified School District\, and with the Jerde Partnership on large-scale mixed-use developments. She also served as an Exhibition Designer at the Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston\, where she contributed to major exhibitions and gallery redesigns.She holds a Master of Architecture from the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) and a B.A. in Literature from Scripps College. Her background in the humanities and design underpins a thoughtful\, research-driven approach to architecture that values both narrative and spatial clarity \nTOUR MEETING SPOT \n305 W. 101st Street\, Los Angeles CA 90003 \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n1. Analyze daylighting strategies—including courtyard orientation\, clerestory glazing\, and polycarbonate wall systems—that improve visual comfort\, reduce energy use\, and enhance student well-being in dense urban school sites.\n2. Evaluate passive design measures such as solar control glazing\, daylight sensors\, and massing strategies that support energy efficiency and long-term operational performance.\n3. Assess how urban infill constraints—including limited site area\, adjacency\, and FAR restrictions—inform safe circulation planning\, controlled access\, and secure yet transparent school design.\n4. Examine the integration of indoor–outdoor learning environments in supporting social-emotional health\, engagement\, and flexible instructional modalities.\n5. Identify strategies for achieving equitable\, high-quality educational environments within tight budget constraints while maintaining code compliance\, accessibility\, and occupant safety.\n6. Interpret how compact circulation planning and vertical organization can maximize instructional capacity while preserving life-safety requirements and environmental quality. \nPARKING \nStreet Parking \nFULL CREDIT LIST (Architects\, Builders\, Engineers\, etc.)\nLOC Architects\, Miyamoto International (Structural) \nDelAmo (Contractor)
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/alliance-judy-ivie-burton-technology-academy-high-school/
LOCATION:Alliance Judy Ivie Burton\, 305 W. 101st Street\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90003
CATEGORIES:Learning Units,Tours
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SUMMARY:ARCH TOUR FEST: The Sheats-Goldstein Residence and Club James (2026) - Tour 2
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Jeff Green Photography \nARCH TOUR FEST: The Goldstein Estate – Tour 2 @ 12:30 pm\n(aka The Sheats-Goldstein Residence and Club James)\nInformation regarding the tour will be emailed directly to registrants 24 hours before the event. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTour Led by:\n \nKristopher Conner\, AIA\, NCARB\, and James Perry\, NCARB\, of Conner & Perry Architects\, Inc. \nTour Organizers:\nConner & Perry Architects\, Inc.\nThe Goldstein Estate is home to the iconic Sheats-Goldstein Residence (1963) by John Lautner. Originally constructed for the Sheats family in the early 1960’s\, the house was purchased by James Goldstein in 1972 and he enlisted Lautner to embark on a series of renovations and improvements to “perfect” the home\, until the architect’s passing in 1994. At that time there were schematic designs in place for adjacent entertainment facilities\, including a tennis court\, guest house\, and garage/maid’s quarters. Lautner protege\, Duncan Nicholson\, took over the renovations to the home and continued to develop the designs for the entertainment facilities as well as the construction of the James Turrell Skyspace\, “Above Horizon.” During this time\, the program for the new facilities grew to include a home theater\, private nightclub\, library\, offices\, dining terrace\, and lap pool. \nNicholson’s untimely death in 2015 led project architects Kristopher Conner and James Perry to form Conner & Perry Architects\, who now serve as the architect of record for the property. Conner and Perry continue to oversee construction and develop designs with the owner\, Jim Goldstein\, for the lower terrace\, home theater\, and guest house portions of project\, as well as overseeing maintenance and restoration efforts for the original residence. This property is a cultural mainstay of Los Angeles\, featured in many motion pictures\, fashion\, and editorial photography\, and has been bequeathed to LACMA by Goldstein so that it may remain accessible to the public to inspire future generations of designers and enthusiasts. \nRead more about the residence and Conner & Perry Architects’ contribution in the recent Architect’s Newspaper story (here). \nBuilding Credits: \nCurrent Architect: Conner & Perry Architects\, Inc.\nPast Architect: Nicholson Architects\nOriginal Architect: Lautner Associates (John Lautner\, FAIA)\nClient/Homeowner: James F. Goldstein\nGeneral Contractor: Ostermann Construction/Empire Group Construction\nStructural Engineer: Andrew Nasser\, Omnispan Corp.\nLandscape Designer: Eric Nagelmann\nGlazing Contractor: Giroux Glass\, Inc.\nMetal Fabricators: Breakform Design \nParking Information:\nPark on the street along Angelo View Dr. or Davies. Tour groups should convene in the cul-de-sac at the top of the driveway and the tour will proceed once everyone has arrived. \nParking in the neighborhood is extremely limited due to ongoing construction. Please consolidate into as few vehicles as possible or use a ride-share service and plan accordingly.  \nAIA CES: 1 AIA CES Learning Unit Approved\nLearning Objectives: \n1) An understanding of the history of this architecturally and culturally significant work.\n2) A basic understanding of the tenants of American Organic Architecture and how they have been implemented by Lautner\, Nicholson\, and Conner & Perry.\n3) An overview of poured-in-place concrete and its structural\, formal\, and aesthetic qualities.\n4) A case study of the integration of sports and hospitality facilities in contemporary\, high-end residential projects.
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/arch-tour-fest-sheats-goldstein-2026-tour-2/
LOCATION:The Goldstein Estate\, 10104 Angelo View Dr.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:The Bluffs – Playa Vista
DESCRIPTION:Photographer Credit: Courtesy OFFICEUNTITLED  \nArchitecture Firm Credit: OFFICEUNTITLED / RELM STUDIO \nSee Full Credit List Below \nTOUR DETAILS\nThe Bluffs Repositioning reimagines an underperforming suburban office campus through a series of strategic interventions that leverage existing site assets and identify opportunities for impact. \nThe design team addressed two key objectives: the lobby experience and transforming a required fire lane turnaround into a robust social common without disrupting fire access. Programmable space was organized around intertwining viewsheds\, with dining and co-working nodes anchoring a new campus identity without compromising life safety access. \nThe design transforms the two main lobbies into dynamic work lounges and shared amenity spaces\, incorporating custom millwork\, upgraded finishes\, and refined FF&E concepts to create a warm and sophisticated hospitality driven atmosphere. \nThe previous hermetic campus was envisioned as a demonstrably outdoor-oriented environment\, its edge conditions dissolved through a coordinated design language that blurs the threshold between indoor and outdoor. A biophilic backdrop of canopy trees\, hanging plants\, and lush native pollinator gardens provides both visual continuity and ecological grounding across two office buildings and an above-grade parking structure\, transforming what was formerly residual infrastructure into the campus’s social and spatial heart. \nTOUR HOSTS\nChristianne Jordan\, Associate AIA\, Principal\, OFFICEUNTITLED \nA skilled\, dedicated\, and thoughtful team leader\, Christianne Jordan has over 10 years of experience managing and supporting award winning projects. Leading with a hands-on approach\, she prioritizes design excellence\, high building performance\, and human-centered results. Christianne’s experience encompasses a variety of typologies and scales\, from large master plans to small adaptive re-use projects. Prioritizing sustainability\, Christianne was part of the team who completed the first net-zero commercial project in down-town San Diego and currently leads the AIA 2030 Commitment team at OFFICEUNTITLED. Actively engaged in the AEC industry\, she has spoken at the NetZero Conference and Façade Tectonics. Christianne holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the College of Design at Iowa State University. \nDavid Christensen\, Associate Design Principal at RELM \nDavid brings a foundation in both architecture and regional planning to his work. He believes successful open space is inextricably linked to programming—a conviction that shapes his design ethos of creating dynamic\, playful environments that prompt social interaction across all seasons\, scales and contexts. \nAt RELM\, David engages with staff in conceptualizing and manifesting each project\, mentoring designers to think critically and creatively. His project work spans institutional\, residential\, and mixed-use contexts\, with a strong focus on West LA: key projects include California Natural Resources Headquarters\, Habitat at 3401 South La Cienega\, Courthouse Commons North Block\, Jefferson Creative Campus\, The Runway\, and The Bluffs. Across this range\, David expertly realizes owner and developer intent by elevating the role of emotional connection in building community and brand identity. He excels at designing for edges—navigating constrictive frontages\, transit patterns\, and diverse user needs to create unexpected pathways to wonder. \nPrior to joining RELM\, David worked at James Corner Field Operations and SWA\, contributing to celebrated urban parks across the country\, including Tongva Park\, Navy Pier\, and Fresh Kills. \nTOUR MEETING SPOT \nCentral Courtyard in Front of Parking Garage – 12121 & 12181 Bluff Creek Drive Playa Vista\, CA 90094 \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n1. Programming and Analysis (Life Safety) Activate existing life safety infrastructure — transforming a required fire lane turnaround into a pedestrian-friendly courtyard that becomes the campus’s social heart.\n2. Programming and Analysis (Adaptive Reuse) Employ tactical design interventions to reduce the incongruence of piecemeal past renovations\, resolving them into a cohesive\, singular campus language from edge to edge.\n3. Programming and Analysis (Programming) Reimagine a hermetic campus by blending indoor and outdoor activation — literally and visually — through prioritized viewsheds\, a coordinated design language\, and deliberately blurred edges.\n4. Practice Management: (Value Engineering) Achieving meaningful and high-quality design impact within defined budget constraints\, accomplished through strategic restraint in select areas of intervention. \nPARKING \nParking Garage on site available\, $20\, may be validated \nFULL CREDIT LIST (Architects\, Builders\, Engineers\, etc.)\nGeneral Contractor: Turner Construction\nLandscape Architect: RELM Studio\nInterior Architect: OFFICEUNTITLED\nStructural Engineer: Kurt Fisher Structural Engineering\nMEP engineer: AMA Group\nLighting Engineer: Oculus Light Studio\nArt & Signage: SPMD
URL:https://www.aialosangeles.org/event/the-bluffs-playa-vista/
LOCATION:The Bluffs – Playa Vista\, 12121 & 12181 Bluff Creek Drive\, Playa Vista\, CA\, 90094
CATEGORIES:Learning Units,Tours
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