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As the city's oldest and second largest park, Elysian Park is a treasure that Los Angeles residents are determined to preserve. These 575 acres (then called Rock Quarry Hills) were dedicated as a city park in 1886 and subsequent city charters have protected the land for park purposes in perpetuity. Interestingly, the public did vote to allow construction of the Dodger Stadium in 1952 – so that the Brooklyn Dodgers would have a home when they … [Read more...]
Historic architecture, breathtaking hillside topography, pedestrian friendly streets, and engaged residents all contributed to Echo Park's American Planning Association designation as one of 2008's Top 10 Great Neighborhoods. Originally part of Edendale prior to the construction of the park itself, Echo Park is rich in both history and diversity of population. The community has been and is home to wealthy businessmen, working class families, … [Read more...]
Sometimes rare gems are hiding in plain sight – Such is the case with the Berkshire Craftsman and Bungalow Revival District at the north east corner of El Sereno. Here, just south and adjacent to South Pasadena, you'll find an area of well-preserved little bungalow homes. So well preserved, in fact, that the area is under consideration for inclusion as one of Los Angeles's Historic Preservation Overlay Zones. The Short Line Villa Tract, … [Read more...]
Who doesn’t like Dwell Magazine and the style it shares with us all? I love to see all the latest in greatest architecture and home furnishings - maybe that's why I enjoy real estate so much! For those of us lucky enough to live in Los Angeles, Dwell on Design will be at the L.A. Convention Center June 22-24th. Dwell on Design is the largest design event on the West Coast and it is being curated by none other than the editors of Dwell … [Read more...]
Comedians may joke about neighbors getting together for coffee and gossip after the kids are off to school in the morning, but one such gathering back in 2004 led to an innovative charter school that now offers "whole-child" education to over 500 children in grades K through 6. It all started with a shared dream, vocalized by one parent, Marta Alcumbrac. Marta boldly said "Let's build that school!" Before long the group consisted of 28 … [Read more...]