LOS ANGELES | Downtown Project Rundown 6.0

[LAisthePlace]

Found this fascinating. While DTLA may have had a slower initial recovery from the pre to post pandemic, year over year (2023 to 2024) the percent change in visits is the strongest of any downtown in the entire country. Very promising.

https://downtownrecovery.com/charts/trends

[scania]

Originally Posted by LAisthePlace

Found this fascinating. While DTLA may have had a slower initial recovery from the pre to post pandemic, year over year (2023 to 2024) the percent change in visits is the strongest of any downtown in the entire country. Very promising.

https://downtownrecovery.com/charts/trends

Technically, that’s great news!

[craigs]

That is great news.

I was downtown overnight about three weeks ago, and it was lively well into the night even on a weeknight.

[scania]

Originally Posted by craigs

That is great news.

I was downtown overnight about three weeks ago, and it was lively well into the night even on a weeknight.

Sooooo true. It’s definitely more vibrant overall pre-Covid. Just not the financial district.

[citywatch]

travelandtourworld.com

The Los Angeles Athletic Club (LAAC), a cornerstone of health, wellness, and social connection in Downtown Los Angeles, is thrilled to reveal its multimillion-dollar renovation project, enhancing the member experience with unprecedented updates. This extensive upgrade includes the introduction of a state-of-the-art 7th-floor fitness facility and the debut of the Famous Players cafe and restaurant.

Preserving the club’s heritage, the property meticulously restored the historic skylights and plaster over the basketball courts and pool. Careful consideration was given to minimize noise pollution from adjacent fitness areas, with a thoughtfully designed Audio-Visual system featuring multiple audio zones. Six new televisions adorn the walls, enhancing the space’s refreshed aesthetic, which blends concrete and steel elements with warm finishings and vibrant lighting.

The redesigned interior pays homage to LAAC’s heritage while incorporating modern elements. Custom banquette seating, ornamental ceilings, and curated historic portraits adorn the space, maintaining the original tile flooring and millwork. Earth tones, leather, wood, marble, mixed metals, and deep blue accents create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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[craigs]

Yeah, my buddies (and former forumers) stayed at the Athletic Club about three weeks ago when they were in town. They liked it.