As so many of our San Francisco friends are packing it up for the cheaper housing and exploding scene in Los Angeles, we find ourselves planning more frequents visits.
We recently offered up an in-depth look at the arty and tasty going-on in downtown L.A. Now, we're rounding the corner for a look at the neighboring Arts District, where a bustling lot of galleries, boutiques, creative spaces and loft homes are breathing new life into the area's old industrial buildings and warehouses.
If you are planning a trip to Los Angeles and want to see the hottest emerging art, this is the place to be.
Shop in Arts District
Inside Alchemy Works' pretty shop.
(Courtesy of Alchemy Works)
This area is teeming with clothing and accessories made by local artists, and a hint of vintage.
Founded in 1994 by Jason Wein, Cleveland Art (451 Colyton Street) is a furniture store with tables, lighting, cabinets, chairs and armchairs, all made with recycled materials. They even offer custom installations. // Eclectic, unique, and stylish, Arts District Co-Op(453 Colyton Street) is a new concept of retail stores inside of a warehouse. Vendors here consist primarily of locals, each with a corner to display clothing, furniture, accessories, jewelry, and home goods. // Alchemy Works (826 E 3rd Street) is a gallery and event space, in addition to a shop. Founded by Raan Parton, creative director of Apolis, and his wife Lindsay, the high-end boutique carries apparel, lifestyle books, ceramics, accessories, stationary, Warby Parker glasses, and some vintage items—including a Porsche in the middle of the store. They're also connected to Blacktop Coffee, so you can get your caffeine and retail fix at the same time.
