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UPFRONT PLACES | PERSPECTIVES | HAPPENINGS |
Laguna Riviera Hotel was recently reimagined , debuting as Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels in early March . The iconic property , which first opened in the 1940s and is situated directly on the beach , boasts Scandinavian-inspired decor alongside a pool , a sun / yoga deck and fire pits — plus Soulful Start sessions such as sound baths , meditation and stretching exercises . SCP also prides itself in being environmentally conscious with programs like Every Stay Does Good , which is helping to plant kelp locally to encourage a healthy marine ecosystem . ( 949-494-1196 ; scphotel . com / laguna )
Urban contemporary artwork is the main attraction at SoloShow , a new gallery and gathering space across from Main Beach that launched in mid-March . Owner Ireen Brock hopes to appeal to younger generations , curating pieces inspired by her time living in big metropolitan areas like New York City and Philadelphia . A group show is
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currently on display though the gallery will also unveil solo exhibitions in the future , and Brock also plans to host multiweek classes on artistic techniques , workshops about art business consulting , educational programs for kids and more at SoloShow . ( 949-235-0241 ; soloshow . co )
After The Garage Collective ’ s original shop flooded in early 2023 , owner Kristin Miracle-Lewis turned to the online realm to sell her curated collection of local and global home goods . A new partnership with interior designer Jaime Saunders led to the opening of Abode by Garage Collective on Thalia Street last September , but the store has moved again , now as part of an additional collaboration with Samantha Savage Breit of The Salt Horse . The latest rendition , housed in the former Blue Eyed Girl space at The Old Pottery Place , held its grand opening April 4 , offering a collection of ceramics , textiles , accessories and gifts in addition to home styling services .
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Sharing space with The Salt Horse , a specialty grocery store , visitors can also find farm-totable favorites ; with this new location , Savage Breit is also delving into prepared foods . ( Abode by Garage Collective : 949-715-0868 ; shopgaragecollectivelaguna . com ) ( The Salt Horse : 949-303-9850 ; thesalthorse . com )
A grand opening is scheduled May 4 for Terra Sage Mercantile , a new design center and artist collective dreamed up by local artist Carrie Rae Woodburn . The space will feature custom-made furniture — crafted by her husband , Andrew Soliz of Tatankamani Woodworks — in addition to vintage items and other home decor . Focusing specifically on Laguna Beach artisans , the space will also house Woodburn ’ s leather pieces in addition to jewelry , clothing , fine art , sculptures and potted plants . Art classes and other community events will soon be announced as well . ( 949-433-7802 ; www . terrasagemercantile . com ) — A . R .
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