LA Modern: Downtown Renaissance and the Emergence of an Eastside Design. A Luncheon with Designer John Sofio August 17, 2007

LA Modern: Downtown Renaissance and the Emergence of an Eastside Design, A Luncheon with Designer John Sofio will be hosted at ROYALE on wilshire Restaurant on Friday, August 17, 2007 at 1:00pm. From Silverlake to the Wilshire Corridor to the revitalization of Downtown an eastside aesthetic has been born which confronts the challenges of historical appreciation, the legacy of modern design in Los Angeles, and the all-important concept of function. Topics of discussion will include:
How a former office becomes a chic loft
Modern design for Restaurants, Bars, and Nightclubs
Why modern urban living requires new design approaches?
Too long? Not Square? No sections? Why this is great news!!!
What is timelessness?

John will conclude the luncheon with a tour of ROYALE and demonstrate how this roaring 20's luxury restaurant and hotel was restored to its glam past while simultaneously designed in the mol of a New York lounge. Participants will tour the BUILT Inc. portfolio and understand the essential elements of a design approach that Los Angeles can call it's own.

Reservations may be made via email at info@builtinc.com or by calling BUILT Inc. at 323-857-0409. The price is $25 per guest. For more info, visit www.builtinc.com.

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