811 Wilshire
Los Angeles, California

Project Size: 320,000 sf, office renovation
Construction Cost: $12,000,000

Built in 1960, this 20-story office tower at the northwest corner of Wilshire Boulevard and Flower Street was once the tallest in Los Angeles. Formerly 615 South Flower, the entrance and lobby were relocated to improve functionality and to attain an internationally recognized address on Wilshire Boulevard. Applying silver aluminum panels directly to the existing facade minimized disruption to office tenants during construction. Satin-finish stainless steel "pleats" accent the tower corners and spandrel panels. New silver reflective windows complement the pleats and allow sunlight to reflect onto the polished granite with marble accents. Aluminum and stainless steel wall sconces link the metal tower to the stone base. The new lobby has a honed granite floor, polished marble security console and stainless steel columns.