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Los Angeles Times
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Artist installs an ICA L.A. homage to construction crews — with her dad's help
Jackie Castillo was walking through her Mid-Wilshire neighborhood when she heard ceramic crashing against metal. She looked up to see orange terracotta tiles sailing down, one after the other, from the roof of a 1920s Spanish Revival home. The tiles whirled, twisting and turning like helicopter seeds or bird wings, before hitting the metal dumpster below. Castillo captured their descent on film, compelled by each tile's momentary transformation into something vivid and alive just before its demise. Eight years later, she has channeled that memory into 'Through the Descent, Like the Return,' an installation on view at the Institute of Contemporary Art Los Angeles through August: Four groups of five steel reinforcing bars either ascend from the concrete floor or descend from the ceiling of ICA's first-floor gallery. On each bar, five reclaimed terracotta tiles are arranged at various levels and angles, recreating the twists and turns from the film stills. To stand in the middle and view them in the round is to see how ruin and repair, falling and rising, are inexorably bound. The daughter of Mexican immigrants, Castillo was born and raised in a working-class community in Santa Ana. She first discovered photography in a darkroom at Orange Coast College before completing her degree at UCLA. 'Taking photos is about reacting to the world and framing it, while developing them is a slow and tactile process,' she says. 'It was my language, and I couldn't stop once I understood that.' Although photography is at the heart of her practice, she frequently merges filmic images with sculpture and installation, as exemplified by her show at the ICA as well as her recent USC master's degree thesis presentation, which included mixed-media sculptures like 'Between No Space of Mine and No Space of Yours,' a monochromatic photo of an abandoned lot printed on uneven stacks of cement pavers. 'From my first studio visit with Jackie, I was struck by the clarity and sensitivity she brought to her photography,' says ICA senior curator Amanda Sroka. 'She's both formally advancing her medium and adding a very human dimension to the larger arts landscape we find ourselves in.' For Sroka, it was important to offer Castillo creative support and the opportunity to broaden the context for her commentary on land development and labor — especially given socioeconomic changes in the museum's Arts District neighborhood. 'In poignant and poetic ways, she reveals what's erased and gives voice to what's silenced,' Sroka says. Jackie sought the support of her father, Roberto, who immigrated to the United States from Guadalajara in his 20s, with the conception and creation of the lilting terracotta and rebar sculpture. While her work has long centered on the visible and invisible labor of immigrant communities, especially as it pertains to the material and cultural history of urban environments, she still felt a disconnect between her life in Orange County and her artistic practice in Los Angeles, where she has lived for a decade. 'Making art has often felt like a very solitary pursuit, or questioning, and completely separate from seeing my family,' Jackie explains on the sunny afternoon we met at the ICA. 'For this exhibition, I wanted to find a means to unite the two and spend more time with them along the way.' Although Roberto's electrical engineering degree didn't transfer to the United States, Jackie grew up watching him build whatever the family needed. Roberto helped her determine the exact height and angle of each tile and to fabricate a means of securing them in place along the steel stake. 'I learned so much from our conversations about everything from aesthetics to mathematics,' Jackie says. 'We think of artists as looking this one way, but given the space and the resources, it's amazing what working-class people can do.' The individual tiles and reinforcement bars create a striking impression of an enthralling and vertiginous centrifugal motion. 'The exact sequencing of each stack corresponds to a fall captured in a film still,' she says. 'They're not arbitrary or merely aesthetic, but tied to a specific moment in time linked to a specific person's body in an act of labor.' By exposing the industrial rebar responsible for a building's structural integrity, Jackie also draws attention to the workers responsible for the building's construction, maintenance and repair. Beneath the facade of every home, school, business and community center lie layers of material meaning and memory that bear forth records of the minds and hands that envisioned and assembled them. The innumerable lives lived within their walls and the storms weathered from without leave lasting marks. On the salvaged tiles alone, you can find salt efflorescence, water stains, fretting, lichen, smears of soot, scratches and gashes. Though the evidence may be imperceptible to the untrained eye, they also hold the memory of the earth from which they were formed and the traditional methods of molding and firing clay. That history is what gets lost when old materials are tossed in dumpsters and replaced with newly fabricated products. Photographs incorporated into the installation recreate this layering effect. On the right side wall, an image of twin rebar pillars jutting up toward a brilliant cerulean sky is interrupted by the trace of hardly discernible letters and numbers. At first glance, the illusory text appears to be part of the photograph; on closer inspection, it becomes clear that it is on the cement board beneath the image, which is printed on a semi-transparent window screen. 'I wanted to collapse or complicate the space where the photograph exists in these works,' Jackie says. 'This way, they invite a more visceral engagement, requiring viewers to slow down to understand why the image seems to change depending on their perspective.' The installation, as a whole, fosters a similar shift in perception. Standing at the center, I felt as though time had momentarily reversed, and I was witnessing the hand-molded tiles being passed up to the newly constructed roof. Perhaps it is not too late to begin rebuilding differently, guided not by the technology and exploitative practices of the present, but by the craftsmanship and care of the past.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
BSH Home Appliances Unveils New Experience and Design Center in Beverly Hills, Expanding Its Presence Across North America
/ Beverly Hills marks the company's latest showroom in North America, inspiring with coastal chic and Spanish Revival design touches / Architects, designers, builders and consumers can explore BSH's premium and luxury home appliance brands: Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau / BSH introduces wildfire recovery rebate program for affected households in the Greater Los Angeles region IRVINE, Calif., April 30, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BSH, the home appliances division of the Bosch Group, announces the opening of its latest Experience and Design Center (EDC) showroom in North America, located in Beverly Hills, Calif. Spanning 6,684 square feet, the showroom is the next to join BSH's expanding network of high-end spaces across the USA and Canada, offering a hub for design, real estate, builder, architecture, culinary and consumer groups to experience and be inspired by compelling design and superior quality appliances. The Beverly Hills showroom is at 257 N Canon Drive, Suite 102, in the heart of one of the world's most iconic luxury retail hotbeds. It serves as a dynamic, multifunctional space for professional engagement and immersive experiences with BSH's three North American brands: Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau. Visitors can interact with the newest products and experience the ultimate in performance, technology and versatility – while exploring their own unique design tastes. The showroom also facilitates personalized consultations with specialists, providing tailored solutions to ensure products fit seamlessly within specific project layouts and aesthetic goals. Beverly Hills Luxury: Coastal Chic and Spanish Revival Collide The design of the EDC reflects Los Angeles' coastal chic aesthetic, featuring subtle nods to Spanish Revival in its arches. Open-plan spaces and natural materials, such as warm, plaster walls and travertine, create a welcoming atmosphere. Custom artwork by local artist, Ali Enache, and sculptural stone elements further elevate the space, offering visitors a sensory journey that goes beyond appliances. "This new Beverly Hills EDC is not just a showroom; it's an inspiring Southern California experience," says Christopher Kaeser, Head of Sales at BSH. "It's a sophisticated space where visitors can see, touch and experience the innovation and craftsmanship behind our three iconic brands – Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau. This location will serve as a true hub for the design, real estate, builder and luxury community – offering inspiration and collaboration, while further reinforcing BSH as the go-to for premium, luxury and ultra-luxury home appliances." In addition to serving as an engaging environment for exploring home kitchen design, the Beverly Hills EDC will host exclusive workshops, brand activations, trade partner training and media events. Visitors can streamline product specifications, stay informed on the latest trends and leverage support for project planning – all in one place. BSH Launches Rebate Program to Support Wildfire Recovery in Los Angeles and Maui Reflecting the company's authentic commitment to the communities it serves, BSH has introduced a rebate program for those affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas earlier this year. A similar program is launching for Maui, Hawaii. California Wildfire Relief Rebate Bosch: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Bosch kitchen package, which must include one serialized unit from at least four different categories, will receive a $700 rebate via a Bosch Visa prepaid card. Thermador: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Thermador kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,000 rebate via a Thermador Visa prepaid card. Gaggenau: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Gaggenau kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,500 rebate via a Gaggenau Visa prepaid card. Eligible counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Ventura and Kern. Maui County Wildfire Relief Rebate Bosch: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Bosch kitchen package, which must include one serialized unit from at least four different categories, will receive a $700 rebate via a Bosch Visa prepaid card. Thermador: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Thermador kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,000 rebate via a Thermador Visa prepaid card. Gaggenau: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Gaggenau kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,500 rebate via a Gaggenau Visa prepaid card. Eligibility: Must live in Maui County to qualify. Program details: Valid through: Dec. 31, 2025 Applications: May be submitted through and (proof of residency required). In conjunction with the opening of the new Beverly Hills showroom, this initiative underscores BSH's dedication to supporting the region during this challenging time. Driving Loyalty and Growth in the Premium Sector BSH currently operates a network of 10 Experience and Design Centers across North America. This includes its first California location in Irvine, as well as EDCs in Chicago, New York City, Miami, Houston and Washington, D.C. in the U.S. Additionally, BSH maintains a strong presence in Canada with EDCs in Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal. About BSH BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, headquartered in Munich, Germany, with a total turnover of EUR 15.3 billion and more than 57,000 employees in 2024, is a global leader in the home appliance industry. The company's brand portfolio includes global appliance brands such as Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau, as well as regional brands, such as Neff and Thermador. BSH produces at 39 factories and is represented in some 50 countries. BSH Home Appliances Corporation, headquartered in Irvine, Calif., is recognized for its high-end kitchen and home appliances, known for quality and superior design. In North America, BSH markets its products under the Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau brands – each renowned for their rich legacy and excellence. Bosch is celebrated worldwide for its precision engineered and efficient home appliances, while Thermador is synonymous with luxury kitchen solutions tailored for culinary enthusiasts. Gaggenau stands out with its avant-garde designs and professional-grade appliances, appealing to those who seek the ultimate in performance and aesthetics. BSH is a Bosch Group company. Further Information Website: LinkedIn: Facebook: To learn more about the new showroom or to schedule an appointment, please visit the respective appointment page: Bosch: Thermador: Gaggenau: View source version on Contacts Media Contact BSH Home Appliances Corporation North AmericaTitle: Senior Media Relations & PR StrategyName: Andrew de LaraPhone: +1 949.525.3893E-mail: Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
BSH Home Appliances Unveils New Experience and Design Center in Beverly Hills, Expanding Its Presence Across North America
IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BSH, the home appliances division of the Bosch Group, announces the opening of its latest Experience and Design Center (EDC) showroom in North America, located in Beverly Hills, Calif. Spanning 6,684 square feet, the showroom is the next to join BSH's expanding network of high-end spaces across the USA and Canada, offering a hub for design, real estate, builder, architecture, culinary and consumer groups to experience and be inspired by compelling design and superior quality appliances. "This new Beverly Hills EDC is not just a showroom; it's an inspiring Southern California experience.' - Christopher Kaeser, Head of Sales at BSH. The Beverly Hills showroom is at 257 N Canon Drive, Suite 102, in the heart of one of the world's most iconic luxury retail hotbeds. It serves as a dynamic, multifunctional space for professional engagement and immersive experiences with BSH's three North American brands: Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau. Visitors can interact with the newest products and experience the ultimate in performance, technology and versatility – while exploring their own unique design tastes. The showroom also facilitates personalized consultations with specialists, providing tailored solutions to ensure products fit seamlessly within specific project layouts and aesthetic goals. Beverly Hills Luxury: Coastal Chic and Spanish Revival Collide The design of the EDC reflects Los Angeles' coastal chic aesthetic, featuring subtle nods to Spanish Revival in its arches. Open-plan spaces and natural materials, such as warm, plaster walls and travertine, create a welcoming atmosphere. Custom artwork by local artist, Ali Enache, and sculptural stone elements further elevate the space, offering visitors a sensory journey that goes beyond appliances. "This new Beverly Hills EDC is not just a showroom; it's an inspiring Southern California experience,' says Christopher Kaeser, Head of Sales at BSH. 'It's a sophisticated space where visitors can see, touch and experience the innovation and craftsmanship behind our three iconic brands – Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau. This location will serve as a true hub for the design, real estate, builder and luxury community – offering inspiration and collaboration, while further reinforcing BSH as the go-to for premium, luxury and ultra-luxury home appliances.' In addition to serving as an engaging environment for exploring home kitchen design, the Beverly Hills EDC will host exclusive workshops, brand activations, trade partner training and media events. Visitors can streamline product specifications, stay informed on the latest trends and leverage support for project planning – all in one place. BSH Launches Rebate Program to Support Wildfire Recovery in Los Angeles and Maui Reflecting the company's authentic commitment to the communities it serves, BSH has introduced a rebate program for those affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas earlier this year. A similar program is launching for Maui, Hawaii. California Wildfire Relief Rebate Bosch: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Bosch kitchen package, which must include one serialized unit from at least four different categories, will receive a $700 rebate via a Bosch Visa prepaid card. Thermador: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Thermador kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,000 rebate via a Thermador Visa prepaid card. Gaggenau: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Gaggenau kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,500 rebate via a Gaggenau Visa prepaid card. Eligible counties: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Ventura and Kern. Maui County Wildfire Relief Rebate Bosch: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Bosch kitchen package, which must include one serialized unit from at least four different categories, will receive a $700 rebate via a Bosch Visa prepaid card. Thermador: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Thermador kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,000 rebate via a Thermador Visa prepaid card. Gaggenau: Consumers who purchase a qualifying four-piece* Gaggenau kitchen package, which must include one refrigeration unit, will receive a $2,500 rebate via a Gaggenau Visa prepaid card. Eligibility: Must live in Maui County to qualify. Program details: Valid through: Dec. 31, 2025 Applications: May be submitted through and (proof of residency required). In conjunction with the opening of the new Beverly Hills showroom, this initiative underscores BSH's dedication to supporting the region during this challenging time. Driving Loyalty and Growth in the Premium Sector BSH currently operates a network of 10 Experience and Design Centers across North America. This includes its first California location in Irvine, as well as EDCs in Chicago, New York City, Miami, Houston and Washington, D.C. in the U.S. Additionally, BSH maintains a strong presence in Canada with EDCs in Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal. About BSH BSH Hausgeräte GmbH, headquartered in Munich, Germany, with a total turnover of EUR 15.3 billion and more than 57,000 employees in 2024, is a global leader in the home appliance industry. The company's brand portfolio includes global appliance brands such as Bosch, Siemens, Gaggenau, as well as regional brands, such as Neff and Thermador. BSH produces at 39 factories and is represented in some 50 countries. BSH Home Appliances Corporation, headquartered in Irvine, Calif., is recognized for its high-end kitchen and home appliances, known for quality and superior design. In North America, BSH markets its products under the Bosch, Thermador and Gaggenau brands – each renowned for their rich legacy and excellence. Bosch is celebrated worldwide for its precision engineered and efficient home appliances, while Thermador is synonymous with luxury kitchen solutions tailored for culinary enthusiasts. Gaggenau stands out with its avant-garde designs and professional-grade appliances, appealing to those who seek the ultimate in performance and aesthetics. BSH is a Bosch Group company. Further Information
Forbes
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Scenes From A Cinematographer's $7 Million LA Hilltop Home
High above the city's restless grid, a Beverly Hills hilltop residence turns Los Angeles into its own widescreen film, where every sunrise, email and swim feels like a scene-stealing shot. Why do we crane our necks toward the ridgeline, yearning for a house that brushes the clouds? Maybe the urge to survey danger still thrums beneath our ribs, or maybe we just like the thrill of looking down on the city's quickened heartbeat. Whatever the reason, the pull endures. Some simply call it a view. In Los Angeles, it's more a storyboard. Here, a window isn't just glass but a lens through which the city's perpetual script unfolds, frame by light-shifting frame. In a place that measures life in scenes, such a sweeping outlook turns idle seconds—pouring a coffee, letting the dog out—into moments of cinematic grandeur. At the property's edge, boundaries dissolve. Water, canyon and western sky fuse into a single, unbroken plane. Perched on a serpentine road above Beverly Hills, 1665 Summitridge understands that impulse with auteur precision. Its owner, cinematographer-turned-director Mikael Salomon—the visual mind behind The Abyss, Backdraft and episodes of Band of Brothers—knows how one frame can carry an entire plot. From his ridgeline property, the frame is Los Angeles itself: first the Holmby treetops, then the Santa Monica crease and finally the cobalt coast. On clear mornings, downtown towers seem to float. At night, the grid glows like scattered sequins. It's a scene that refuses to cut away. Spanish Revival isn't just wardrobe—it's the entire set, with interiors playing the lead. Turn the camera around and the home itself is a splendid scene. The hillside residence wears vintage Spanish Revival attire—barrel-tile roof, white stucco, arched openings. Completed in 1976, the 5,000-square-foot structure dodged the glass-box fever that later swept the hills. Yet it never fossilized into nostalgia. Its Revival touches—exposed beams, beehive fireplaces, hand-painted tiles—now feel fashion-forward again, trophies of texture in a city rediscovering tactility. And the winner for best view? The primary-suite balcony wins the Oscar for horizon drama. Fitting for a filmmaker, the interiors revel in sightlines. Twenty-two-foot ceilings lift the living room into cathedral-like scale, a lofted workstation perched overhead like a director on a crane. Three tall French doors form a tidy triptych, steering eyes to a saltwater pool poised on the cliff's lip. From the living room, a single arched corridor threads through the dining space and into a renovated kitchen, a visual dolly shot halted only when pocket doors slide shut for intimacy. Options of open or closed, spectacle or secrecy, speak to a faith in hidden spaces. Everyday acts become, if not extraordinary, at least worthy of a close-up. A paneled door beside the kitchen reveals a climate-controlled vault for four hundred bottles. Behind the main living area, a fireside den doubles as a snug retreat. A generous balcony off the primary suite, invisible from the motor court, becomes the favored perch for morning planning and evening reflection. Even the pool equipment hides below grade, sparing the ear its mechanical drone. Arched openings frame more than rooms; they stage sweeping long shots down every corridor. Then there's the theater—not a perfunctory bonus room but a subterranean chamber dropped three feet below grade to create true stadium seating. Fifteen speakers lurk behind acoustic fabric; nine sit directly behind a woven French Screen Research surface that lets full-range frequencies glide through untouched. Matte panels shift from Academy to CinemaScope widths with the deference of a seasoned stagehand. Added on to the home's original footprint, the theater is a bold sequel. Yet the house is hardly a shrine to gadgetry. Materials matter as much as tech: hand-troweled plaster, polished hardwood, hand-hewn wood pillars. Wrought-iron banisters trace the second-floor gallery and exterior balconies. Terracotta tiling rings the saltwater pool and wraps into an alfresco kitchen built for late-summer grilling. Newer builds crowd the ridge, glassy and grand, but few achieve such authored coherence. Each shift in the sky provides a new act: morning haze fades in like soft focus, noon snaps to razor clarity and sunset rolls the credits in liquid gold. Summitridge is less an object on display than a stylish frame through which the city below is edited, enlarged and—on special evenings—soft-focus perfect. It stages daily rituals—morning emails from the mezzanine, an eight-o'clock screening, a midnight swim—as if they were scene work. Everyday acts become, if not extraordinary, at least worthy of a close-up. 1665 Summitridge is on the market for $6.95 million with listing agent Nichole Shanfeld of Carolwood Estates, a member of Forbes Global Properties, an invitation-only network of top-tier brokerages worldwide and the exclusive real estate partner of Forbes.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Historic landmark property in Boulder acquired, will be renovated for Hilton brand
DENVER (KDVR) — An international real estate investment company has acquired an over-100-year-old hotel in Boulder and plans to renovate it for a Hilton brand. Hotel Boulderado has served locals and tourists alike since its doors opened on New Year's Day in 1909. The building was designed by local architects William Redding & Son, according to the hotel's history on its website, and incorporates Italian Renaissance and Spanish Revival architectural styles. Future of historic Zuni Power Plant remains unknown, Xcel still open to a sale 'The Boulderado is more than a hotel—it's the pride of the city, an iconic part of Boulder's distinct character and charm,' said Ben Weprin, founder of Graduate Hotels and CEO of AJ Capital Partners, which acquired the property. 'We are thrilled and honored to partner with the Days, who have been passionate stewards of this beloved property for over four decades. Together, we look forward to honoring The Boulderado's unmistakable spirit, celebrating its history, and introducing thoughtful touches that will elevate the guest experience for generations to come. On Monday, AJ Capital Partners announced it had acquired the hotel and entered into a partnership with longtime owners Frank and Gina Day. There was not a discussion on finances attached to the deal. The business and former owners said they plan to preserve the historic hotel's 'architectural splendor and role as a cherished amenity,' while redesigning guest rooms and refreshing other aspects of guests' stay experiences. AJ Capital Partners founded Graduate Hotels, which was then acquired by Hilton in 2024. Once the phased renovations are complete, Hotel Boulderado will join the Graduate by Hilton hotel collection, which is described by the company as 'hand-crafted hotels that reside in dynamic university-anchored towns in the United States and United Kingdom.' Report: These are the Denver metro's hottest neighborhoods in 2025 According to Graduate by Hilton's website, there are no hotels in the collection yet in Colorado. Renovations are slated to begin 'later this year.' During the renovations, the hotel will remain open. The historic structure's name and its signature architectural elements will be preserved, AJ Capital Partners announced on Monday. 'We have chosen to partner with AJ because of the magnificent work they've done with other historic hotels like the Chicago Athletic Association, Randolph Hotel in Oxford, and Rusacks in St. Andrews.' said the Days in the announcement. 'They have the wherewithal to take the Boulderado to the next level.' The group called Hotel Boulderado the city's 'first luxury hotel,' and said it played a pivotal role in naming the city. 'Its name—a combination of 'Boulder' and 'Colorado'—was intended to ensure that visitors would always remember where they stayed,' the new owners said in an announcement. 'As a designated city landmark, proud member of Historic Hotels of America, and listee on the National Register of Historic Places, the hotel stands as a testament to Boulder's rich heritage.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
