A framework for
the next Arts District
Reframe 670 Mesquit.
Realize The Possibilities.
670 Mesquit reframes an aged cold storage facility as the foundation for a vibrant, growing neighborhood. Transforming a warehouse into innovative and inclusive spaces for the local community to work, live, play, learn, and gather, the project presents a bold new framework for economic generation and community connection in the Arts District.
This transformative project evolves a disconnected industrial zone into a place for residents, community members, and visitors to celebrate the neighborhood’s creativity, originality, and potential. Flexible and diverse indoor and outdoor spaces open new ways to experience the unique atmosphere of the Arts District in all its forms.
Reimagine The Past. Build The Future.
Vision
A creative mixed-use development
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River
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Rooftop Gardens with Native Plantings
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Floating Deck
Above Railway
A Bold New Vision
670 Mesquit
Visionary Architecture
A reimagining of industrial architecture, the building’s timeless design bridges this area’s storied past with its bright future. Featuring curated retail, original dining, and art centric programming like art walks, gallery space, and sculpture gardens, 670 Mesquit is a space for the creative spirit of the Arts District to thrive.
Positive Impact
Economic Engine for the Local Community
Job Creation
Creating diverse long-term employment opportunities for local residents across hospitality, dining, retail, and more, the project transforms a low density employment zone into a powerful economic engine for the area. With 14,450 jobs created during construction and 855 post development jobs, 670 Mesquit opens expansive possibilities for life in the Arts District.
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Heavy Industrial
Use/Cold Storage
Visionary
Mixed-use
Fenced Off
Warehouse
Walkable
Connectivity
No River
Access
Multiple Access
Paths to River and
View Deck
Joining Now To Next
Connecting Projects
670 Mesquit brings together the Arts District, Boyle Heights, the LA River, and DTLA like never before. With public walkable corridors between the 6th and 7th Street bridges and open connection to the new 6th Street PARC, 670 Mesquit joins the district to the city in a whole new way. Welcome to the new hub for a walkable downtown, adjacent to the new proposed Arts District Metro Station and featuring 2,000+ parking spaces.
Architecture is the art and science of making sure that our cities and buildings fit with the way we want to live our lives.
Bjarke Ingels, Architect, BIG
Bjarke Ingels
Architect
By reframing the role of architecture in creating neighborhoods and cities, visionary architect Bjarke Ingels (BIG) imagines new possibilities for building community. A unique construction of flexible, stacked volumes with rooftop gardens, open corridors, and floating decks, 670 Mesquit is a destination designed to reflect its home in the heart of LA creativity.
Watch the video below to learn more about how Ingels uses architecture to transform how we interact with our environment and each other.
