Photos : Alice Gao
Yabu Pushelberg unveils design for Moxy Downtown Los Angeles & AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles
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Acclaimed global design studio Yabu Pushelberg unveils the interiors of the newly opened dualhotel property , Moxy Downtown Los Angeles and AC Hotel Downtown Los Angeles .
Offering two distinct hotel experiences under one roof , the property boasts 727 guestrooms with a total built-up area of 600,000 square feet . Yabu Pushelberg guided the design language of the first Moxy property in Los Angeles while elevating the AC brand in California . Leveraging Los Angeles ’ position as a flourishing cultural hub , the studio conceived two unique yet cohesive design identities representing a standout addition to the local , evergrowing hospitality offering .
George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg comment , “ We wanted to introduce the Moxy state of mind to California and develop the language of the AC brand . It was a unique opportunity to create two parallel ways of seeing Los Angeles in style and spirit . California continues to attract people from around the world to experience its energy . It is a special place that has taught us how to dream , unwind , and nurture ourselves . There is a sense of freedom here that makes life sweeter , and we wanted to capture this spirit and infuse these moments throughout the design language of both hotels .”
Moxy Downtown Los Angeles
Design Intention & Inspiration Building upon the success of Moxy Times Square and Moxy Chelsea , Lightstone – developer of six Moxy hotels in New York City and South Beach – tapped Yabu Pushelberg to design the first Moxy hotel in Los Angeles . Combining Moxy ’ s distinct and playful brand ethos with the adventurous spirit of California , Yabu
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