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Apr 17, 2002 12:00 PM
| MCG Architecture 200 South Los Robles Avenue Suite 300 Pasadena, CA 91101 (t) 626-793-9119 (f) 626-796-9295 www.mcgarchitecture.com |
Location: Los Angeles, California
Size: 140,000 sq. ft. Category: New Centers Firm: MCG Architecture Developer/Owner: HK Partners |
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 This new
three-story retail complex is adding uptown flair to LA's Koreatown and
is fast becoming the premier shopping destination for the Korean
community of Southern California, as well as for tourists visiting from
abroad. The contemporary design of the enclosed center features an
atrium with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, resulting in a light and airy
interior. The center's generous common areas, featuring intricate floor
paving, a reflecting pool and ample seating, are designed to be a
community gathering place. The project's street faade features
oversized ground-floor windows and wide doorways that beckon
pedestrians to step into the cultural oasis within.
The project offers a contemporary
shopping environment while incorporating elements of Korean art and
culture. Kites and other Korean-influenced banners are under
consideration for the project's allocation for public art. The anchor
tenant, H.K. Market, is the flagship store of the Korean grocery chain
known for its value-priced Korean foods and specialty vendors. The
center is a true reflection of the community, incorporating the Korean
community's architectural heritage and retail choices, while satisfying
the community's desire to integrate into an American shopping
experience.
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