Do you like performances? Do you like art? Do you like performance art? Do you like a lot of questions? Okay, skip that last one, but DON'T skip INSTANT COUTURE at Royal/T today, Sunday July 6. Not only will it be fun and a half, but there ain't much else going on today, except for the last day of the Anime Expo downtown at the LA Convention Center. And Royal/T is in Culver City, with much easier parking, plus this event is FREE, open to the public.
So Cal real estate team of Pence Hathorn Silver has recently been listed nationally as the 4th highest grossing sales team in the nation for Coldwell Banker, to be announced at the Coldwell Banker International Business Conference being held this year in Orlando, Florida
Charles Pence, John Hathorn, Loraine Silver and Brett Silver, who just made partner, make up this dynamic team of real estate agents. When working with PHS, clients get more than an agent. Pence Hathorn Silver has gone beyond just selling homes. Within the past year, they launched a “green campaign” and, working with developer John Lee, sold Santa Monica’s first 100% luxury eco-friendly home. They’ve been called upon as experts when it comes to buyers and sellers markets, the effects of natural disasters, and good advice in general when it comes time to find the perfect home. Most recently, PHS got the listing for Venice Collaboratives, a project that brings art and architecture together, contributing to the up and coming hip Venice neighborhood.
What’s on the horizon for this special group of agents? Pence Hathorn Silver landed the Idaho Court project. Designer William Jacobsen has transformed an irregularly shaped lot at Idaho and 20th Street into one of Santa Monica’s premier residential projects. You can’t miss these super-cool, modern looking townhouses even when doing a quick driveby.
Construction started from the underground garage, with a parallel course of redesigning the collection of above ground residences. The goal was to design a building that would be more reflective of the Wilson Jacobsen design sensibility, and better integrated into the Santa Monica environs. The project consists of four two-story townhouses, each featuring a street facing orientation and a spacious, modern contemporary feel. The streets are tree-lined and just steps from Franklin Elementary School. The entire construction project was overseen by Quality Built inspectors who focus on compliances with applicable building codes, architectural drawings and manufacturers specifications for the highest known litigation risks. The consultants at Quality Built assist with educating and improving quality -- water intrusion, comfort, safety and durability issues. The price of these stunning town houses start at $1.7 million. PHS only desires the best for their clients.
PHS is used to catering to Southern California’s high end clientele. Those loyal to the Westside leaders in real estate include A-list celebrities as well as Hollywood moguls and the uber wealthy. We all dream big, but Southern Cal is home to many who can afford this type of luxury living. That being said, PHS is currently listing one of the oldest and most historical homes on Georgina Avenue. The totally renovated 1911 home belongs to the daughter of a famous actor, is steps from an amazing ocean view, and was featured in House & Garden. Although this white picket fenced property looks small and quiet amongst others on the street, it’s actually a 26,600 square foot lot, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, an updated kitchen, top of the line appliances, 2 bedrooms upstairs, and more. It’s a designer's dream home with old world charm, listed at $7,995,000.
In addition to the above, the PHS team has another green home project currently underway in beautiful Pacific Palisades; stay tuned for more details.
It’s never just another day at the office for Pence Hathorn Silver; they feel it’s about the first day of other people’s lives and providing their clients with the best of the best. For more information about PHS, please see their website at: www.phsrealty.com.
The Storefront for Art and Architecture is opening its first Pop-Up Storefront in Los Angeles on April 11 at Paperchase Printing on Sunset Blvd. Pop-Up Storefronts are planned to open in Milan, London, and Yokohama throughout 2008.
The opening exhibition is Cosmic Communist Constructions Photographed that examines architecture of the last two decades of the Soviet Union, photographed by Frèderic Chaubin. The exhibition will be on view April 11 through May 17, 2008 with an opening reception on April 11 at 7pm.
In addition, there will also be a conversation on 20th Century Soviet Architecture on April 13 at 2pm with:
-Barry Bergdoll, organizer of Lost Vanguard and Philip Johnson Chief Curator of Architecture & Design at MoMA, New York,
-Fréderic Chaubin, photographer, Cosmic Communist Constructions Photographed (CCCP)
-Richard Pare, photographer, Lost Vanguard
-Joseph Grima, curator of CCCP and Director of Storefront for Art and Architecture, New York
Cosmic Communist Constructions Photographed (CCCP), Frèderic ChaubinApril 11 – May 17, 2008
Wednesday – Friday, 3pm – 8pm
Saturday – Sunday, 1pm – 8pm
The opening and conversation are part of Los Angeles Art Weekend, a new arts festival, taking place from April 10-13 that highlights the city's vast array of creative talent working in art, architecture, design, and film. Programs, exhibitions, and events are scheduled throughout Los Angeles Art Weekend at venues that include some of the city's best retailers, exhibition spaces, museums, and galleries. Pop-Up Storefront, Paperchase Printing, 7176 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046. For more information visit: www.laartweekend.com.
Tastemaker: A designer or artist whose work or personal style sets a new standard or trend. Since the launch of her Tastemaker column in 2006, Los Angeles magazine Style Director Laurie Pike has spotlighted L.A.’s trendsetting talent in fashion, art, jewelry, home design, architecture, music, graphic design, and more. Now, the Tastemakers profiled in the monthly column are coming together for one remarkable showcase of their creativity in a gallery exhibition featuring work by L.A.-based style trendsetters across all arts disciplines that influence consumers around the world.
It all began with a search for new Tastemakers; on February 21, “Style Star of Tomorrow” auditions were held at Los Angeles magazine's offices. Entrants were invited to register at http://www.lamagtastemakers.com/ for a 5-minute timeslot to show the panel of judges (including Gen Art’s Jennifer Egan and Creative Intelligence’s Marc Friedland along with representatives from Otis and FIDM) their portfolios and vie for the opportunity to be one of three finalists whose work was showcased for voting on live morning TV March 12th. The “Style Star of Tomorrow” contest allows emerging talent to vie for the honor of being selected as someone to watch. Viewers cast their votes for their favorite artist.
Now, from Wednesday, March 19 through Sunday, March 30, an exhibition featuring L.A. Tastemakers’ work (created and installed by FIDM / The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising) will open to the public -- featuring mural art created by renowned street artist Chase. It’s an exhibition of inventive interpretations of the Tastemakers’ work installed at The Tastemaker Gallery, a temporary space at the Hollywood & Highland Center, open daily from noon to six. The LA Report recommends you attend!
TASTEMAKERS “CLASS OF 2008”
Mark ALLEN / Machine Project Gallery Owner
James BOND / Undefeated Sneaker Designer
Betsee Isenberg / Fashion Showroom Owner
John Brady & Willard Ford l FORDBRADY Furniture Importers
Rosemary Brantley l Otis College of Art and Design Fashion Design Chair
Brooke Dulien l White Trash Charms Jewelry and Accessories Designer/Retailer
Marc Friedland l Creative Intelligence Invitation Designer
Corinne Grassini l Society for Rational Dress Fashion Designer
Joel K l K.Z.O Menswear Fashion Designer
Reiko Kondo l Eenie Meenie Records Music Label Owner
Douglas Little l D.L. & Co. Home Accessories Designer
Elena Manferdini l Atelier Manferdini Architect / Fashion Designer
Melissa McClure l Jewelry Alchemy Goldsmith and Jewelry Designer
Katy Rodriguez l Katy Rodriguez & Resurrection Fashion Designer/Retailer
Tastemakers exhibition, March 19-30, 2008. The Tastemaker Gallery, Hollywood Plaza, located at Hollywood & Highland Center, 6801 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90028. Open to the public from 12 noon – 6 pm daily; free of charge. Tastemaker Gallery lounge designed by Lounge Appeal.
- Story posted by Don Rose -
Los Angeles-based artists, stylists, architects, and designers on the rise made their way to Los Angeles Magazine recently to audition for the publication's panel of judges. The Style Star of Tomorrow contest is in celebration of the magazine's Tastemakers, an exhibition of works by the city's most exciting influencers in fashion, design, and the arts taking place at Hollywood and Highland from March 19th through 30th.
Mollie Culligan, creative director and owner of The Jack Rabbit Collection, is this year's winner of Los Angeles Magazine's contest. Entirely self-taught, Mollie grew The Jack Rabbit Collection from a small home office operation to an award-winning collection carried in the world’s finest retailers such as Selfridges, Barneys, and Ron Herman and worn by select clientele such as Drew Barrymore, Lucy Liu, and Agyness Deyn, among others. The line is featured regularly in WWD, Elle, InStyle, Vogue JP, Glamour, Lucky, and Marie Claire.
Jack Rabbit’s creative undercurrents surge from Mollie’s life ethic of constant flight, obsessive submersion, and creative play. In constant travel, total wonder, and immersion, she commits to a life of redefining the lines, breaking bounds, and appreciating the beauty of subtlety.
More info on The Jack Rabbit Collection at: thejackrabbitcollection.com. Los Angeles magazine's Tastemakers website is at: www.lamagtastemakers.com.
- Story posted by Don Rose -
All-Star Birthday Celebration for Hot Los Angeles Artist Maltzman Brings Out Stars, Media, VIPs, and Musical Talent Galore
Event Report by Don Rose
(March 8, 2008 - Culver City, CA) On the eve of LA Fashion Week, Daniel Maltzman Studio was the setting for a wonderful birthday party thrown by star artist Daniel Maltzman. An excellent all-star band (featuring Matthew Moon and members of the Gin Blossoms) serenaded the celeb-filled party, which featured a fun atmosphere, a festive feast of food, free-flowing libations (Izze and Monster drinks being faves of The LA Report) and a wine bar. Not only is Daniel a fantastic artist (his celeb portraits and red bull paintings seemed to be guests' favorites), but he is very gracious and warm. His parties are always high-energy affairs filled with interesting people from a cross section of creative disciplines, and tonight was no exception.
Celebs in attendance during the packed four hour bash included, of course, birthday boy Daniel Maltzman, plus actor Armand Assante, the Gin Blossoms' Scott Kusmirek, recording artist Matthew Moon, H&G Network host Jennifer Convy, Malcolm Danare ("CSI Miami"), Nickolai Stoilov ("Lana's Rain"), Olga Rosin ("Fros/Nixon"), filmmaker Pac Arias (director of the film "P3RSONA"), rapper DJ Verrett, plus dozens of Hollywood's movers and shakers including publicists Monique Moss and Charles Sherman, manager Larry Hummel, entreprenuer David Canter, and author/GOGI coach Mara Leigh Taylor. The LA Report also enjoyed talking with the founder of Runway Magazine (http://www.runwaymagazinela.com/), a cool new online beauty directory that we recommend you check out, just in time for LA Fashion Week.
Maltzman, a mid-career artist who was born and raised in Beverly Hills, is known for celebrating the fashionista lifestyle in much of his work. His celebrity series of images can be found at various hotels and restaurants throughout Los Angeles, as well as on his website http://www.danielmaltzman.com/ ; they are collected by a “Who’s Who” of entertainment industry notables. The party this evening afforded guests an inside look at the premises of the artist’s working studio in the heart of Culver City -- directly across from the heart of LA Fashion Week, Smashbox Studios.
Special thanks to Daniel's press representative, Monique Moss, for her assistance.
