First solar-powered, net-zero apartment building in Los Angeles opens its doors
[gallery_extend] The eco-conscious project was developed by Hanover Company, developer and manager of...
Uncontained ‘sand fire’ forces thousands of California residents to flee their homes
Wildfires in southern California are once again forcing residents to evacuate their homes, with more than 18 homes...
Architects envision carbon-sucking solar makeover for a busy L.A. freeway
Freeways don't have to be so darn drab. Built in 1953 and expanded in 1971, the Arroyo Seco Bridge on Los Angeles'...
Double-sided sticky tape is the only thing keeping this LA home together
[gallery_extend] The home's exterior is wrapped in large anodized aluminum slats, which are held onto...
Solar-powered recreational center in LA boasts a 7,800 square foot planted roof
[gallery_extend] The building is broken up into public and private areas by a large corridor that runs...
Habitat LA and SCI-Arc students complete an affordable, eco-friendly home for a U.S. veteran
[gallery_extend] Developed over the course of a full academic year, IVRV House was designed during SCI-Arc’s...
Dwell on Design 2016: America’s largest design event is coming to Los Angeles!
It’s that time of year again - designers, architects, and design enthusiasts will soon be converging at Dwell...
Solar-powered eco homes in Los Angeles assembled in just five hours
[gallery_extend] Designed to meet LEED Platinum certification, these modern prefabricated townhomes...
LA opens new Backbone Trail with 67 uninterrupted miles of mountain hiking
There are more nature getaways in Los Angeles than you might expect. Forget beaches - we're talking miles of mountain...
Los Angeles approves $28 million FAB Park designed by OMA and IDEO
Los Angeles may soon receive a much-needed green boost. City officials have chosen the design team for a planned...
Largest net-zero plus commercial retrofit in the US opens in Los Angeles
[gallery_extend] According to reports, commercial buildings in Los Angeles are expected to produce an...
LA’s most dangerous intersection made safer with innovative crosswalk "scramble"
The Hollywood and Highland intersection in Los Angeles is losing its notoriety as the most dangerous intersection...
LA port terminal to be first in the world powered by 100% renewable energy
The Port of Los Angeles is going green with plans to transition a 40-acre cargo terminal to solar power and other...
Immense drought-tolerant green roof provides valuable teaching tool in thirsty California
[gallery_extend] Designed by CO Architects, the 100,000 square-foot complex facilitates interdisciplinary...
Los Angeles west side celebrates first new rail line in 60 years
Traffic, smog, and congestion have choked the west side of Los Angeles for over 60 years. Now, the city notorious...
