COURTESY OF THE INGALLS
HOTEL PER LA , LOS ANGELES , CA
Located on the corner of 7th and Olive Street in downtown LA , Hotel Per La is a new lifestyle property housed in the former Giannini Building built in 1922 , originally the headquarters of the Bank of Italy . Its founder , Amadeo Pietro Giannini , believed in the dignity and abilities of those commonly overlooked , signifying the hotel ’ s inclusive spirit and name , essentially meaning “ for Los Angeles , and people like you .”
Designed by French architect and designer Jacques Garcia , each of Per La ’ s 241 rooms and suites look to Italy for inspiration . The guest rooms ’ color palette is drawn from the property ’ s fully restored gold and blue Italianate ceiling located in the lobby . Each room is appointed with custom designed furnishings such as antique Persian rugs in saturated , vibrant colors , and artwork from Paris / New York-based design studio Saint Lazare , which sourced vintage art pieces from antique stores throughout the globe combined with various collections from Portraits de Villes , as well as original photographs and illustrations from commissioned artists .
The 12-story property retains the building ’ s signature architectural features , while enhancing the guest experience through grand , yet playful public spaces , and new food and drink concepts designed to encourage a communal environment in the midst of the city ’ s bustling downtown . Much of the building ’ s Neoclassical style , such as its Doric columns , ornate golden and blue ceiling , and marble floors , have been preserved in Hotel Per La ’ s public spaces and incorporated alongside a new playful and approachable design reflective of the city ’ s diversity of cultures and characters . ( hotelperla . com )
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