Posts In: Downtown Los Angeles

The Richfield Oil Building

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If I were ever faced with the impossible task of choosing to revive only one demolished building in Los Angeles, it would have to be Richfield Tower, also known as the Richfield Oil Building. 

Published: DTLA Book 2018

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DTLA Book 2018 20 Buildings To Treasure

I have lived in Downtown LA for over 6 years. During that time, I have documented the ongoing changes and gentrification through thousands of photos. As one of the foremost experts on Downtown Los Angeles architecture, many often ask me for recommendations on the newest & hippest places to go. While I keep a mental list of my usual go-tos, I’ve never found the time to make a definitive list. Luckily, I don’t need to.

Video: Wilshire Grand Light Show on Opening Night

June 30, 2017 Downtown Los Angeles, Video
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For the last five years, I have spent a good amount of time documenting Wilshire Grand’s construction. After…

Published: Parker Center in Preservation Magazine

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This month, one of my photos of Parker Center was featured in the Winter 2017 edition of Preservation…

A Look Inside The Title Insurance Building

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There’s nothing quite like the news of an Art Deco gem being picked up for redevelopment in Downtown…

Thank You, Dwell On Design!

June 27, 2016 Downtown Los Angeles
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This past Saturday, I had the great privilege of speaking at the 2016 Dwell on Design Los Angeles conference….

The Commercial Exchange Building

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I’ve walked by the Commercial Exchange Building at 8th and Olive hundreds of times, and there are always…

The Merritt Building

November 14, 2016 Downtown Los Angeles, Historic
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The Merritt Building has long been shrouded in mystery and misery. Once one of the finest buildings in…