The site was
... an aging two-story mixed-use building in need of a new vision. The owner approached KMA to reimagine the property, which included outdated apartments above, aging retail spaces below, and a rear parking lot with unrealized potential.
We began by studying
...the historical plans for the building and looking beyond years of misguided renovations to uncover its original character. We saw an opportunity to strip away what was unnecessary, reconfigure the apartments above, and rethink the ground floor for how people live, shop, and gather today.Several retail spaces were combined to create a larger restaurant space, while the rear parking area was transformed into an outdoor patio and gathering space. Once the vision was established, KMA drew on relationships with standout local restaurateurs to help bring the right operator into the project.
Today, the once-dated
...Property has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use destination with twenty refreshed apartments, neighborhood retail, and Jaguar Moon—a restaurant and outdoor gathering space that brings new life to the building while reflecting the character and charm of downtown Ventura.
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