Brand New School’s Los Angeles office renovation, guided by 1100 Architect, seamlessly blends modern design with historic preservation. Overcoming challenges like structural decay and outdated interiors, the project prioritized preserving the building’s midcentury character while updating its aesthetic. Code required structural retrofits and addressing existing issues such as dry rot and termites, were completed to ensure long-term integrity.
Exposing HVAC systems along the roofline was a bold choice and added industrial flair to the exterior of this particular building. On the interior, we removed partitions to create a spacious, cohesive environment. Custom materials like sealed polished floors and frameless doors enhanced functionality and elegance, complementing unique features like stacked containers and a rooftop deck, making Brand New School’s office a standout architectural marvel in Los Angeles’s Miracle Mile neighborhood.