DTLALIFE
ACE HOTEL RETAIL REVOLUTION 2014 ART SHOW SHOPPING REAL ESTATE NEWS
JANUARY 2014!
Photos: Natalia Knezevic Photography
DTLALIFE
JANUARY 2014!
ACE HOTEL RETAIL REVOLUTION 2014 ART SHOW SHOPPING REAL ESTATE NEWS
Publisher LA LOFTS Realty ULTIMATE LIFE LIVING, LLC 548 S Spring Street #109 Los Angeles, CA 90013 213 626 5433 www.laloftsrealty.com
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Editor in Chief Alex LiMandri, alex@dtlalife.com
Associate Editor Tiffany Gatto, tiffany@laloftsrealty.com
Contributing Writers Cinnia Finfer - Retail Tiffany Gatto - Real Estate
Jim White - Community
Petra Wright - Art
Kuo Yang - Fashion
Janene Zakrajsek - Animal Life
Izzie Zerkus - Social Media & Technology
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Photographers Natalia Knezevic, www.nataliakphoto.com
Zane Levitt, www.zanewlevittphotography.com
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Art Director Alex LiMandri, alex@dtlalife.com
www.dtlalife.com
FROM THE EDITOR It is my pleasure to welcome you to the first issue of DTLA LIFE. Back in the year 2000 when our company ULTIMATE LIFE LIVING was born, we collectively realized that Downtown LA living meant more than just Real Estate sales. It was our intention and our duty to inform those Angelenos who were interested in repopulating our city center of what was happening right under their feet in an old bank vault, over their heads on a neighboring rooftop or about to pop up in an old rusty theatre that had sat empty for 35 years withering away. DTLA LIFE has now surpassed a simple newsletter update and I am continually impressed as I watch history repeat itself and our city come alive. Art, Music, Technology, Theatre, Food, Life, Style is happening all around us and DTLA LIFE will be your go to e-magazine for the latest news in Downtown LA. We invite you not only to read about your favorite new venue, retail store or loft property, but to write about it and send your articles to our offices. This magazine is not only for you to enjoy, but to participate in with your views, ideas and information. Join us as we bring Downtown Los Angeles back to life with its most precious commodity, the people of Downtown Los Angeles and DTLA LIFE.
! Alex LiMandri Editor in Chief
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DTLA LIFE @alimandri @laloftsrealty alex@dtlalife.com www.dtlalife.com
Photos: Natalia Knezevic Photography
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REAL ESTATE Seasonal Home Buying in DTLA ! Oh, to have a crystal ball…
It is an interesting time in real estate and that within itself is a great understatement. While traditionally, home buyers and sellers have considered the winter a slow season for sellers, the continued growth in DTLA as well as increased access to real time information have made this time of year as busy as most others.
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DTLA has always been a real estate island. Think back just 15 years ago when the major foot traffic in DTLA was paid for time by the hour. Things have changed and we are in one of the hottest real estate markets in the country. Brand new hotels are being built and opening to support the tourist and convention trade, national retail brands go head to head with trendy pop-ups to lease the retail spaces on Broadway, new restaurants and super cool venues open weekly while the population soars and the limited availability of both rentals and condos tightens.
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Downtowner’s will agree that we follow the beat of our own drummer no matter what the topic, but it is hard to move from the facts. Prospective homebuyers locked out of the spring and summer seasonal markets are still concerned with inventory as their biggest challenge, although they still prefer to believe the winter is a good time to buy because sellers are more motivated to sell and more willing to negotiate, or are they?
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LA LOFTS Realty has been in the DTLA real estate game long enough to see it all. Our post apocalyptic (real estate market, that is) sellers have seen profits into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. This has created a listing frenzy, but sellers are still feeling empowered as they watch their neighbors sell quickly and for a maximum return. Imagine purchasing a home in 2010 for $150,000 and selling it less than 3 years for 2 to 3 times that amount. I would love to know somewhere else where you can see that kind of return on investment?
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According to a survey of more than 1,300 visitors to realtor.com conducted from November 7th, 2013 to the November 16th, 2013, 45% percent of buyers in the market said there’s not enough inventory in their price range. The survey also found that a surprising number (19%) of prospective homebuyers are planning to do all cash deals. This does not make it easy for the rest of us. Unless you have been squirreling savings away in preparation for this market conundrum your chances to win against all cash buyer bids can be difficult. The reasons most often cited for selling a home in winter were seller desperation! Where oh where have those days gone? Sellers are feeling confident and buyers are working hard to find their perfect deal.
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“This summer and spring home-buying season was particularly challenging for buyers, especially first-time homebuyers trying to compete with all-cash offers and bidding wars because of reduced inventory,” said Alison Schwartz, vice president of corporate communications at realtor.com, in a statement, “In fact, a quarter of the winter home-buyers revealed they are in the market now because they were unable to find a home during this last home-buying season.”
Housing analysts generally consider a six month supply of existing homes for sale as an even matchup of supply and demand. Anything less can indicate that demand has outstripped supply. While we are seeing more and more sellers come to market as prices increase the population growth in DTLA still keeps the market hot. However, there are more facts to further confuse those coming to market on either the buyer or seller side, let’s think about for a moment, cause and effect.
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The National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Chief Economist Lawrence Yun recently forecasted that 2014 sales of existing homes will be flat due to factors including declining affordability, limited inventory and tight mortgage lending standards. Yun expects inventory shortages will continue into the spring buying season, which could keep a lid on sales. NAR is forecasting that when all the numbers are in, 2013 sales of existing homes will finish up 10% percent from last year, at 5.13 million. What! Home sales will flatten? I just told you a myriad of reasons why you should stay away from buying this winter, or did I? Flatter sales expected due to the loss of some buyers to the market can mean an opening for you. Have you considered buying a new home? If so, have you ever deduced your “buying power” by having a FREE pre-qualification determined with a bank or mortgage broker? Prices may be higher and inventory tighter but a market still exists in our ever growing DTLA community is not out of reach and a great investment. So, here you are without a crystal ball and “seasonal buying” potentially behind us, my suggestion to both buyers and sellers this winter is…
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It is important to position yourself with a realtor who knows not just the real estate “trends”, but what's happening in YOUR neighborhood and who has the wits and know how to help you find your best deal. Opportunity knocks, BOTH WAYS, but you still need to open the door. CALL LA LOFTS Realty to speak with Tiffany or any other of our DTLA Real Estate Experts today.
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by Tiffany Gatto LA LOFTS Realty 548 S Spring Street #109 Los Angeles, CA 90013 213 626 5433 tiffany@laloftsrealty.com www.laloftsrealty.com
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“More than just Your Realtors!”
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DRE # 01822666 – ULTIMATE LIFE LIVING, LA LOFTS Realty, is a part of John Aaroe Group - All rights reserved - Call for details - If you are already represented by a licensed agent, this is not a solicitation to represent you. All offers or promotions are subject to change at any time, please call for details. All listings are posted with permission of the seller. Photos used are not necessarily those of offered properties. ULTIMATE LIFE LIVING, LA LOFTS Realty is a full service Real Estate Company with Licensed Real Estate Agents. *by the Downtown News readers.
ACE
HOTEL LOS ANGELES
Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles opens in the historic United Artists building and theater – a Broadway landmark built in 1927. The theater was the flagship for United Artist’s, the maverick film studio founded by Mary Pickford, Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks and D.W. Griffith. Ace Hotel will be reactivating a 1,600-seat performance space in the Spanish Gothic, original marquis theater of United Artists, which will also house a screening room. For the hotel and theater’s interiors, Los Angeles-based design collective Commune worked in concert with Atelier Ace on the design of public spaces and guest rooms that reflect the rich architectural heritage of its surroundings. "Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles marks our second opening in California,” remarked Alex Calderwood, Co-founder of Ace Hotel Group. “Restoring this landmark is the kind of project we dream of and we’re proud to be a part of the ongoing revitalization of Downtown Los Angeles.” Ace Hotel currently has 4 locations in the United States: Seattle, Washington, Portland, Oregon, Palm Springs, California and New York, New York. Ace Hotel London Shoreditch opened in 2013. Later this year, Atelier Ace will also open American Trade Hotel in Casco Viejo, Panama. American Trade Hotel is the first addition to a portfolio of unique, independent projects conceived and managed by Atelier Ace, the creative team behind Ace Hotel Group. The 182-room hotel features a rooftop pool, rooftop bar, fitness center and in room amenities exclusive to the hotel. you can enjoy your stay at ACE with Soft-Opening rates starting at $199 per night for a regular room or from $899 per night for its fantastic Presidential Suite with Private Patio. We all looking forward for the Grand Opening and enjoying the rooftop Lounge for cocktails.
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RETAIL REVOLUTION ! DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES IS READY FOR ITS REVOLUTION. THE RENAISSANCE IS HERE AND THIS YEAR WILL PROVE IT, AND HERE IS WHY.
Downtown Los Angeles is about to change and 2014 will be a turning point. After several years of great bars, coffee shops and restaurants openings, now we are seeing a revolution in retail. First we saw a few independent retailers open in the historic core with mainly consignments and recycling offerings. In 2013 Brookfield’s Properties revamped their 7 & Fig Shopping Center and renamed it FIGat7th when Target decided to open their first Store in Downtown LA. Soon after, Sport Chalet opened and now we are waiting for the upcoming Zara and H&M fashion stores along with; LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, Bath & Body Works and Victoria’s Secret. Even luxury brands are making their comeback, and the opening of ACNE STUDIOS in the Eastern Columbia Building prove that we are becoming a destination for every need. Rumors are flying and soon we expect to hear an announcement about a very high end european luxury brand finally arriving in Downtown LA.
ZARA & H&M The two biggest clothing retailers are set to open by Spring
VICTORIA’S SECRET Famous lingerie store relocating to FIGat7th from 7th street Macy’s Plaza going under construction and becoming THE BLOC
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ACNE STUDIOS Acne Studios now open at the Eastern Columbia Building in Downtown LA the largest store to date, situated in an iconic Art Deco building in the bursting Downtown area and containing a café and a giant mushroom, marks the landing of Acne Studios in Los Angeles. The turquoise and golden clad Eastern Columbia Building was designed by Claud Beelman in 1930 and is located on South Broadway in the old theatre district of Downtown Los Angeles. It is widely considered the greatest surviving example of Art Deco architecture in the city. The Acne Studios corner location occupies over 5,000 square feet on the ground level and will carry men’s and women’s ready-to-wear and denim as well as bags, accessories and footwear. The store also includes ilcaffè – Acne Studios Creative Director Jonny Johansson’s favorite coffee shop in his hometown of Stockholm.
“It wasn’t our original intention to open in this part of Los Angeles, but we fell in love with the Eastern Columbia Building as well as the opportunity to do something beyond a flagship store. We feel that there is something vibrant and interesting going on in Downtown L.A., and we are excited to become a part of this transformation”, says Mikael Schiller, Acne Studios Chairman. The Eastern Columbia Building store is the latest example of the new Acne Studios store design concept, with its pink terrazzo flooring and contrasting clear blue carpets, perforated aluminium structures and Acne Studios designed furniture. The store also features “Giant triple mushroom” – an installation by Belgian artist Carsten Höller who resides in Sweden and is a friend of the brand – and a dedicated area for private shopping appointments.
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ACNE STUDIOS Eastern Columbia Building 855 S Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90014 213 243 0960 www.acnestudios.com
THE BLOC
Los Angeles-based developer The Ratkovich Company, in partnership with National Real Estate Advisors and Blue Vista Capital Management, announced today the purchase of Macy’s Plaza in Downtown Los Angeles. Comprised of 1.8 million square feet of retail, office and hospitality space, Macy’s Plaza inhabits the full city block bounded by 7th, 8th, Hope and Flower Streets. After undergoing a $160 million renovation, the existing structures and plaza will be renamed The Bloc. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2014 and is anticipated to be completed by the third quarter of 2015.
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Central to the revitalization of the historic 7th Street retail corridor, The Bloc will be the largest single asset mixed-use property in the city of Los Angeles. Anchored by Macy’s, more than 400,000 square feet of outdoor retail space will provide a curated experience of local boutiques, artisans, premier retailers and restaurants. The 700,000-square-foot luxury office tower and 485-room Sheraton Hotel will be completely renovated to become a premium shopping, dining, business and leisure destination.
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The Bloc will be LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified and will be the first Delos WELL Building Project in Los Angeles. The WELL Building Standard outlines an aggressive and achievable guideline for limiting pollutants, toxins and other environmental conditions that pose immediate and long-term threats to public health.
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“Our vision for The Bloc is for it to become the destination in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles; a truly unique urban experience for residents, visitors and workers,” said Wayne Ratkovich, founder and president of The Ratkovich Company. “As a cornerstone of the ongoing revitalization of our city’s center, The Bloc is continuing our commitment to profitably produce developments that improve the quality of urban life for years to come.”
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The Bloc is the latest project in the evolution of Downtown Los Angeles, which will create a positive economic impact for the public. “It’s great to see that The Ratkovich Company will be spearheading significant improvements for the Macy’s in Downtown. They are a champion for great development and understand what we’re trying to do to continue the revitalization of Downtown,” said Councilman José Huizar, District 14, Los Angeles. “Seventh & Flower is one of the most active intersections in the city – a key passageway for residents, workers and tourists. In a few more years, this will also be a hub for the Downtown LA Streetcar that will help connect this area to the many other destinations in Downtown. We’re happy to have Wayne and his company on board for all these efforts and look forward to making great things happen together.”
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The design team working on The Bloc has been led by Johnson Fain, known worldwide for its award-winning work in commercial, residential, institutional and hospitality properties. The retail is being designed by Studio 111 and McCartan is spearheading the interior design of the Sheraton Hotel. EPT Design is responsible for all landscape and streetscape design and Selbert Perkins Design is the signage designer. CB Richard Ellis (CBRE) brokers Jeff Pion, Deron White and John Zanetos are representing The Ratkovich Company on the office tenant side; Scott Kaplan, Richard Rizika, Erik Westedt, Mitchell Hernandez and Katherine Wilson are representing the retail tenant side. Dick Schnell of Colliers International represented the buyer in the acquisition.
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Originally built in 1973, Macy’s Plaza was designed by architect Charles Luckman whose vision for the property was to be a “wonderfully human environment, where people can work, sleep, shop and eat, all in one exciting urban center.” That vision remains as The Ratkovich Company works to revitalize the property into a thriving, vibrant, pedestrian-friendly cityscape where Angelenos and visitors alike can work, sleep, shop, eat and dream – a modern day Agora.
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THE BLOCK 700 South Flower Los Angeles, California 90017 www.theblocdowntown.com
URBAN
OUTFITTERS Urban Outfitters relights the Historic Rialto Theater Marquee located at 810 S Broadway, the two-story Urban Outfitters Rialto Theater serves a pertinent role in revitalizing Downtown Los Angeles. Since it announced it would be coming to Broadway, the community has eagerly watched the progression of the renovation. “The Rialto movie palace building still has incredible character you can feel the history when you are there. Urban is excited to be on Broadway and to be part of the revitalization,” said John Hauser, Urban Outfitters Chief Executive Officer of Brand Experience. And now that it opens its doors, Downtowners fit perfectly the style and life or the retailer. Broadway’s theaters district is becoming more and more a destination for all. Looking forward to the arrival of the new Broadway Streetcar to continue to revive our historic city center.
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URBAN OUTFITTERS 810 S Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90014 213 627 3231 www.urbanoutfitters.com
SHOPPING The 36 Reasons to Shop DTLA! Shopping in Downtown Los Angeles? Macy’s Plaza, sure. FIGat7th, yes, but what about some boutiques, unique to the city? Believe it or not, there are more than three dozen independent retailers offering contemporary apparel and accessories, including custom and designer pieces, vintage, sportswear as well as trendy club-gear.
social club concierges and the stores themselves could give more people access to the information.
The real challenge has been finding them! This past fall, Kuo Yang, owner of Brigade LA and oneone77 creative studio funded, designed and published a map in his store’s Fall/Winter 2013 look book, detailing the offerings and locations of these fresh voices. He then made it available as a downloadable PDF so that the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board, Councilman Huizar’s office, the Business Improvement Districts, apparel marts, AEG, hotel/condo/
www.oneone77.com/DTLARetailMap!
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At last, the territory has been mapped, but it’s everexpanding. The map will be updated every six months to chronicle the latest entries into this dynamic shopping scene. What you want is right here!
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by Cinnia Finder cinnia@thefinfergroup.com cinniafinfer.com www.brigadela.com
“We Are Your Neighbors!”
LALOFTSREALTY.COM
DRE # 01822666 – ULTIMATE LIFE LIVING, LA LOFTS Realty, is a part of John Aaroe Group - All rights reserved - Call for details - If you are already represented by a licensed agent, this is not a solicitation to represent you. All offers or promotions are subject to change at any time, please call for details. All listings are posted with permission of the seller. Photos used are not necessarily those of offered properties. ULTIMATE LIFE LIVING, LA LOFTS Realty is a full service Real Estate Company with Licensed Real Estate Agents. *by the Downtown News readers.
NIGHTLIFE The Must Is Back Our popular tavern and gathering place that closed in 2010, is back in a new downtown Los Angeles location. Soft opened since the first week of December, the former beer and wine establishment returns to the Historic Core, where it abruptly lost its lease following a two-year run. It is everything its loyal and long-waiting patrons enjoyed in the first location and more. “People have been anticipating our comeback,” said Coly Den Haan, sommelier and co-owner.“ Our neighborhood and our patrons have been extremely supportive.”
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Named after the juice created by the first pressing of grapes during the winemaking process, the Must will keep wine at its core but boast an expanded bar with liquor and signature beer- and wine-themed cocktails, plus a revamped menu. It will be significantly larger, with a patio, an outdoor bar on the ground floor, and a private wine cellar tasting room in the basement”.
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Co-owner Rachel Thomas says that despite its expansion, the Must will retain its warm, casual ambiance. For example, guests will be able to grab a drink or bite to the sounds of deejays spinning music on various nights. Thomas describes the space as “design-oriented and cozy” and says its old world meets new world atmosphere will appeal to patrons whether they walk in wearing heels or flip-flops. “The Must will be inclusive,” said Thomas. “We want people to feel comfortable trying new things. There’s no attitude. You can sit wherever you want, and you don’t have to order food. If you want to spend $6 on a glass of wine, you can. If you want to spend $20 on a glass of wine, you can.”
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While the Must will bill itself as an establishment without a theme, Den Haan and Thomas have planned special events to entertain patrons throughout the week. Sunday night is game night, with Jenga, Connect Four and other favorites. Magic Mondays will feature supper and magicians. And a monthly event called Dinner in the Dark will offer diners a guided four- or five-course meal with food and wine or beer pairings to enjoy while they are blindfolded.
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Soon after they’re opening with happy and dinner hours the restaurant will also offer weekday lunch and weekend brunch. The Must will bring back original restaurant favorites like the Fluffernutter (a sandwich of grilled brioche, almond peanut butter and marshmallows with chocolate dipping sauce), Your Mama’s Chicken (pan-roasted poultry with cornmeal mush), soy Hamburger Helper, and a create-your-own grilled-cheese sandwich.
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The new chef, Drew Coleman, who shares the owners’ influences of “southern comfort” American”, is also bringing in new dishes including Carnitas Shepherd’s Pie, Hush Puppies, Biscuits with Red Eyed Gravy and a number of vegetarian and vegan options like the Beet Loaf.
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Downtown residents and ourselves cannot wait to try the new/old dishes under the new roof. Our favorite neighborhood hangout is back with the smile of Coly and Rachel bringing us a MUST for Downtown Los Angeles.
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“No matter how many places there are downtown, there is a void that the Must will fill !! again.” !
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Rachel Thomas
THE MUST 117 Winston Street Los Angeles, CA 90013 213 628 2000 www.themust.com
ART
LA ART SHOW This show is unique in the art world, providing collectors with an expansive breadth of galleries that crosses contemporary, historic and print genres. Acquired by the Palm Beach Show Group in 2012, the LA Art Show celebrated its most successful show to date in its inaugural year under new ownership. The LA Art Show’s distinctive ‘fair-within-a-fair,’ features four sections in the 180,000 square foot exhibit hall: A Modern & Contemporary Section, Historic & Traditional Contemporary Section, Vintage Poster Section and the LA IFPDA Print Fair. Each section is carefully honed to meet the needs of serious collectors and allows galleries the opportunity to connect with like-minded collectors.
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The 2014 LA Art Show will feature an exclusive and impressive collection of galleries selected by the LA Art Show’s Gallery Selection Committee, and an exciting roster of programming including an engaging lecture series, ground-breaking special exhibits by top curators, artist book signings, guided show tours, mixers, and evening events.
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Sister Cities of Los Angeles, which creates and strengthens relationships between Los Angeles and her 25 Sister Cities around the world, will partner with the 2014 Opening Night Premiere Party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Los Angeles’ partnership with sister city, Bordeaux, France.
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Always a star-studded affaire, the 2013 celebrity attendees included; James Franco, Ali Larter, Hayes MacArthur, Aldis Hodge, Sam Trammell, Leslie Birkland, Lubov Azria, Molly Culver, Natalie Dreyfus, Nikki DeLoach, Riley Smith, Ron Scott, Sammi Rotibi, Shane Keough, Shepard Fairey, Stella Maeve, Steve Rizzo, Tom Hallick, Tracey Heggins, Vik Sahay, Zach Sale, Evan Williams, Alexandra Choi, CCH Pounder, Lilley Collins, Donna Meagle, Billy Morrison, Ann Archer, Michelle Stafford, Katlin Mastandrea, Kevin Nealon, Lance Reddick, Dan Flores, Amanda Fuller, Bria Murphy, Clement von Frackenstein, Edwin Hodge, EJ Bonilla, Eva La Rue, Jay Harrington, Jenn Lilley and Jesse Johnson among others.
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LA ART SHOW Convention Center Downtown LA January 15-19, 2014 www.laartshow.com
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ARTSPOTLIGHT ! by PETRA WRIGHT GLORIA DELSON CONTEMPORARY ARTS 215 W 6th Street #115 Los Angeles, CA 90013 323 309 2875 www.gdcagallery.com
RINA BAR ZOHAR One of the privileges of running an art gallery is discovering new talent and being able to share these discoveries with others. We would like to take the opportunity in this segment to spotlight new and exciting voices that we have featured in our Downtown gallery, GDCA.
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Artist Rina Bar-Zohar’s work is both beautiful and thought provoking. Her most recent "Under the Wrap" series is an examination of both ancient and contemporary cultures' ambivalent relationship with the nude female form. Bar-Zohar's women are wrapped with gauze-like materials, which are both alluring and alarming as they range from sensual drapings, revealing the naked beauty underneath, to protective layers through which the women shield their sensuality and vulnerability. Either way, the nude figure appears too powerful to be experienced in its purest form. Illustrated in glorious Mische Technique, Bar-Zohar’s rich yet transparent nudes stretch the very essence of light, as if they were lit from within.
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Bar Zohar’s ladies represent the 'eternal essence, beauty and power of woman', free of time and place and culture. Of equal thematic importance is the cycle of life: her women are born, experience transformation and ultimately disintegrate to become part of the greater whole. Her painting "Veil in the Wind" unravels the fabric around a non-existent lady - she has de-materialized. All that is left is the wrapping, in the process of falling and being carried off by the wind.
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For more information on the “Under the Wrap” series or on additional works by Rina Bar-Zohar please come see us at Gloria Delson Contemporary Arts gallery on the corner of Spring and 6th Streets or call us at 323 309 2875.
DOG National Train Your Dog Month - Our animals enrich our lives in so many great ways. The positive impact from our dedicated time and attention towards them strengthens our humananimal bond and results in both better companions and caregivers -what's not to love about that? It’s never too late to start a training routine! According to the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), the month of January is dedicated to bringing awareness to the idea of training and socialization with your pet while creating a fun bonding experience. The APDT offers free We-
Reward Routine binars and Facebook chats with pet training pros for the duration of this month like 'How to Introduce your New Dog to your Resident Cat’ and 'How to House/Crate Train', or for basic obedience tips and tricks. Whatever your training routine, keep these two ideas in mind to make it an overall positive experience for you and your pet: Reward - Know your pet’s favorite treat and keep it accessible for an easy (and tasty) motivational tool to reward their positive behavior.
Routine - Practice makes perfect. Be realistic about the amount of time you can dedicate towards your new routine. Dogs/cats learn and retain behavioral traits from repetition. Your consistency will be a major determining factor in your success. Whether you utilize the APDT resources or seek a professional trainer in your community, this is the month to take control and create rewarding experience for you and your pet in 2014! Be sure to stop into a Pussy & Pooch location and ask a Pet Expert about additional training referrals and learn more about our canine Training Lab and Social Club.
BONUS: Five more ways to kick-start your relationship with your pets in the new year that can improve their overall wellness through diet, exercise, training, socialization, and playtime/enrichment: 1- Nourish: Learn more about the quality of your pet's food and evaluate whether it's the best choice. Nurture them from the inside-out by selecting protein-rich foods, adding fresh food supplements, and regulating portion-size for optimum nutrition and weight-management. 2- Explore: Get out and be adventurous on walks, runs, or hikes. An exercised dog is a better behaved dog. Indoor cat? Get moving vertically in a cat-enriched space to encourage climbing and jumping exercise resulting in behavior improvement. 3- Discipline: Practice makes perfect. Work some training into your daily routine to mentally challenge you dog or cat. Use mealtime to reward work toward desired learned behaviors. Hire a professional trainer/behaviorist to learn a new training routine or overcome challenges. 4- Mingle: Sniff-out some new friends and learn appropriate social skills by interacting with other four-legged buddies in a safe setting. Pussy & Pooch hosts monthly Mutt Mingles/Meow Mingles for you and your pets… if you haven't ever been, make it happen this year and see what the fun is all about. 5- Frolic: Have fun and play no less than 15 min/day with your dog or cat. Choose interactive toys and games that encourage hunting/thinking play for enriched mental activity to alleviate boredom and reduce stress. Playing with your animal goes a long way toward strengthening your bond and benefiting their overall wellness. Live well!
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Janene Zakraisek Pussy & Pooch 564 S Main Street Los Angeles, CA 90013 213 438 0900
www.pussyandpooch.com
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THE WORLD IS A SAFE PLACE !
Welcome to the first Do-Good Newsletter There are so many exciting things happening in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA). LA LOFTS Realty is proud to be a driving force in growing the rebirth of DTLA. Our team is also very focused on the many social issues that impact and shape our ever evolving community. !
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In this section of our monthly online magazine DTLA LIFE, we will continually focus on all the "GOOD" things that are happening in DTLA to address the many challenges that exist within our urban environment. !
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Along with the continued buildup of market rate condominiums "for-sale" and new apartments “for-rent”, comes the needed attention to focus on balancing the impacts of gentrification with the existing issues of preventing homelessness in DTLA. LA LOFTS Realty has partnered with three organizations that are making a difference to end chronic homelessness within our downtown community.!
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PATH, Beyond Shelter www.epath.org! Chrysalis www.changelives.org ! United Way - Home for Good www.unitedwayla.org/ home-for-good! In upcoming issues of DTLA LIFE magazine, we will outline how the current state of homelessness in DTLA came to be and how we can all stay "future focused” in order to solve the issue today.!
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We need your help to raise critical funds to move our most vulnerable neighbors into homes. $10 from 10 friends or family members will get us to $100, so start fundraising now. !
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United Way's Home for Good core mission is to create pathways out of Poverty for all Angelenos by eradicating homelessness.!
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In addition to relying on a "Housing First" approach, we've joined forces with members of the public, private and nonprofit sectors to pursue our goals of:!
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. Ending chronic and veteran homelessness by 2016 through the implementation of a comprehensive five year action plan called Home for Good.!
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Reducing the County's overall homelessness rate by 75% by moving thousands of affected individuals into permanent housing with a network of supportive services.!
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Permanent housing with supportive services is a proven model for ending homelessness, with a success rate of over 85%. But it takes all of us nonprofit, public and private sectors, faith-based, philanthropic, labor and community members across L.A. County. !
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Success starts with you. Please give your money, your time and your voice so we can save thousands of people from a life of hardship on the streets in Downtown Los Angeles. !
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LA LOFTS Realty gives back and is your partner to help build a vibrant, successful community for all, "We are more than just your Realtors, we are your Neighbors". !
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by Jim White! 213 620 8000! www.laloftsrealty.com! www.theworldisasafeplace.com!
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TRENDS
The 2014 International CES opened this year as a record breaking show with more than 3,200 exhibitors across the largest show floor in history – more than two million net square feet of exhibit space – breaking last year’s previously set record of 1.92 million net square feet. Innovation and the promise and power of technology drove this year’s pre-show press events that kicked off with CES Unveiled LAS VEGAS on Sunday night with 99 tabletop displays where exhibitors provided a sneak preview of their show floor product launches. Twenty five exhibitors then revealed new products during CES Press Day on Monday. TV Displays are always the big attraction around the show and this year the image quality became even more beautiful with the proliferation of 4K UHD TV. If you think your 1080i HD TV has a perfect image, rethink twice, or I would say 4K. Other evolution, the curved displays, apparently offering a better depth in the screen. www.cesweb.org
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2014 is the year to get more productive! We have compiled a list of our favorite apps that sync between your computer, tablets, and smartphones that will help you create and check off any to do list. Make 2014 your best year yet with the help of these great apps! ToDoist: ToDoist turns your phone, tablet, or computer into a productivity manager. ToDoist features exclusive HTML5 technology that allows it to run at high speeds. Create complex projects by creating nested tasks, adding deadlines, assigning products, and using color-coding to stay completely organized. Todist Karma is a visual tracking system that allows you to watch your productivity trends and activities. It even turns productivity into a game- allowing you to receive karma for finishing products on time and giving you levels to move up as you receive karma. ToDoist automatically syncs to all devices and can be used by Android and Apple users. You can also use ToDoist offline if you are away from an Internet source. ToDoist is a free app you can get from todoist.com.! Springpad: Springpad is a free productivity app that helps you to organize every aspect of your life. You can create notebooks for work, home, or use one of the notebook templates already made for you. The Recipe notebook is one of the most popular available notebooks. This notebook allows you to clip your recipes from any website, organize them by favorite, and make grocery lists with ease. They also offer books, movies, read it later, and a Holiday Planner. Within in each notebook you have the ability to create tasks, checklist, and notes. You can share your notebooks with anyone with just a click of a button. Springboard is not only great for daily tasks but also for planning business or personal trips, bookmarking videos and articles you may need to reference again. You can also follow the notebooks of experts to stay on top of trends. This great organizer can be used on apple and android as well as on your desktop or laptop computer. Springpad has also added a browser extension that allows you to easy save pages while you are surfing the web. This multitasking app allows you to set tasks at home and then check them off on your phone as you complete them- never forget anything again! Springpad was recently featured on the Today Show as one of the top 50 apps of 2013. You can get this great app from springpad.com for free!
Dropbox: Dropbox is a free app that allows you to bring all your photos, documents, and videos to one offline storage place. Once uploaded you can edit documents and photos and see your revised edition on any computer or tablet. You can easily share with other users and it enables you to send a share link to a file or folder for bigger files- so no more slow loading emails! Your uploads are always safe with Dropbox because they secure your files with a 256-bit AES encryption as well as a two-step verification system. Dropbox comes with 2 GB of free storage space but more can be purchased. Dropbox is Android and Apple friendly and can be synced with tablets and computers. You can download Dropbox with 2 GB of storage for free from dropbox.com There is also the option to upgrade to more storage on the Pro or Business editions. Google Drive & Keep: Google Drive is a fantastic cloud storage device. Drive allows for easy file sharing and can be used on any device with Internet connection. You can create documents, spreadsheets, and PowerPoint’s with ease. It is a free app that can be used on any mobile device or computer. Drive can be easily synced with Google Keep, a place to create checklist, enter voice notes, or snap and edit photos. You receive instant access to your recently posted information on your desktop or phone. Keep also allows you to add reminders for important events or turn any note into a checklist. The notes are color coded for easy organization and you can simply swipe to achieve notes you no longer need. Google Keep is a free app for Apple and Android devices. Google Drive and Google Keep can be downloaded for free from chrome.google.com.
Pocket: Pocket is a free app that allows you to save an interesting article, video, or anything else on the web to your “pocket” to read later. Pocket will even highlight your most relevant content and allow you to share it on Facebook, Twitter, or email. The tag option allows you to easily filter your articles to a specific group you want to readmaking it easy to separate between work and play. Pocket automatically syncs between your mobile phone and desktop or laptop computer so you can get to your saved content from any location. You can get your own Pocket for free from getpocket.com.
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