As a single mother of a teenage girl, not only do I seldom have time for the big things like hair appointments and happy hour, but I am forced to neglect the ever so important little things like pedicures and lunch with my girlfriends.  I have been doomed to a life of Facebook relationships and even more to my dismay doing my own toes!  Not anymore!

I recently started working downtown in the hip trendy Southpark district at the old Federal Reserve Bank on Olympic and Olive.  I live in Woodland Hills and if any of you are at all familiar with the West Valley, you already know that NOONE walks anywhere.  It’s not for a lack of energy or desire, it’s just that the Valley is built around the notion that you must pack your one child into your Hummer to go five miles to the nearest grocery.  You can imagine how elated I was to find a Ralphs within two blocks of my new job!  And restaurants, wow!  I had no idea how many great places there were within five minutes walking distance of here.  From your high end establishments to the down home downtown staples.

Which leads me to the pinnacle of my Southpark satisfaction.  Today on my lunch break, which lasts an hour, I managed to multitask like nobodies business.  Up one block and two over I met my girlfriend for lunchtime pedicures.  It was great!  We got caught up on all the current events, i.e. who’s dating who, leaving who, and who’s who.  I than put on my paper shoes provided by the manicurist and headed across the street to grab a quick delicious tuna sandwich, than back to the office.

Working at The Reserve Lofts definitely has it’s advantages!  I can just imagine how much more convenient my life could be if I lived here!

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These gorgeous lofts are situated in the former Federal Reserve Bank Building, which is now a Historic Landmark. This is a stunning architectural gem that is sure to spark a conversation among your guests and clients. You will be just steps away from the Staples Center, the upcoming LA Live, FIDM aka The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising and new Ralph’s Fresh Fare Grocery Store. 

As a resident of our building you will enjoy the following services and amenities:
24 Hour Security Close Proximity to everything hip in Downtown from Concert Venues to Restaurants to Clubs to USC! Beautiful Rooftop Garden area with BBQ, Hot Tub, and even WI-FI 1,700 Fitness Center with ALL new Cardio and Strength equipment Friendly Professional Management, 24 hour Security, Concierge service, and Attentive Maintenance on-site

These beautifully designed lofts with 17 foot high ceilings are the perfect space for work and home. No more commuting to work! A great space you would be proud to have your clients come to. All the original craftsmanship inside, from exposed brick and metal support beams to the beautiful iron windows.

Its polished terra cota tile floors show the unique history of this downtown treasure. This is an enormous layout with over 1,300 square feet of space for all your needs. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, D/W, microwave, double sink with disposal and stove)

These lofts hve an urban-living feel with lots and lots of character. These lofts are also wired for T-1 lines and Direct TV with HD. Wireless internet is available on the property in the 3rd floor garden, BBQ and Spa area for FREE.

Gated reserved parking, water, gas and trash are included! All you pay for is electricity!

Included is a Concierge, Courtesy Patrol, 1,700 Sq. Ft. Fitness Facility with top of the line cardio and strength equipment and much more.

This building is a great location for everything you need Downtown. Close to all the restaurants, shopping and Ralphs are all just steps away. The Reserve Lofts is a registered historic landmark, built in 1929 as the Federal Reserve Bank. A true fortress! Our walls are made of 3 foot thick concrete! You must see it to appreciate it!

Don’t wait! Call me TODAY! Call 877-468-5995 to schedule a tour.

The unit has central A/C.
Come relax in our rooftop spa or wander through the lush palm tree lined garden. Our fitness center is open 24 hours and rivals many local gyms! Gated, underground parking is included with your new home and there is ample guest and street parking.

Come experience the luxury and convenience of The Reserve Lofts. Enjoyable living you can BANK on!

Call today (877) 468-5995

These beautifully designed lofts with 17 foot high ceilings are the perfect space for work and home. No more commuting to work! A great space you would be proud to have your clients come to. All the original craftsmanship inside, from exposed brick and metal support beams to the beautiful iron windows.

These lofts have an urban-living feel with lots and lots of character. The lofts are also wired for T-1 lines and Direct TV with HD. Wireless internet is available on the property in the 3rd floor garden, BBQ and Spa area for FREE.

Gated reserved parking, water, gas and trash are included! All you pay for is electricity!

Included is a Concierge, Courtesy Patrol, 1,700 Sq. Ft. Fitness Facility with top of the line cardio and strength equipment and much more.

This building is a great location for everything you need Downtown. Close to all the restaurants, shopping and Ralphs are all just steps away. The Reserve Lofts is a registered historic landmark, built in 1929 as the Federal Reserve Bank. A true fortress! Our walls are made of 3 foot thick concrete! You must see it to appreciate it!

Don’t wait! Call me TODAY! Call 877-468-5995 to schedule a tour.
Its polished terra cota tile floors show the unique history of this downtown treasure. This is an enormous layout with over 1,400 square feet of space for all your needs. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, D/W, microwave, double sink with disposal and stove)
The unit has central A/C.
Come relax in our rooftop spa or wander through the lush palm tree lined garden. Our fitness center is open 24 hours and rivals many local gyms! Gated, underground parking is included with your new home and there is ample guest and street parking.

Come experience the luxury and convenience of The Reserve Lofts. Enjoyable living you can BANK on!

Call today (877) 468-5995

http://www.ladowntownnews.com/articles/2006/05/15/news/news02.txt

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, L.A. Branch

Built in 1929-1930, the Federal Reserve Bank Building was one of the first examples of the Classical Moderne style in downtown Los Angeles. It It was designed by the well-known father-and-son architectural team of John Parkinson and Donald B. Parkinson, who also created such landmarks as Los Angeles City Hall, Union Station, the Bullocks-Wilshire department store and the USC campus.
The seven-story, double-basement combination bank-and-office structure is built on a 1,600-ton steel framework. Finished in brick and granite, it is beautifully detailed with geographic patterning, ornate bronze grillwork, carved 3-D animal heads on the front and sides of the building and an outstanding bas-relief sculpture above the main entrance by notable California artist Edgar Walter.

In 1953, a Parkinson & Parkinson successor firm, Woodford & Bernard, designed an addition nearly indistinguishable from the original building. The firm added a two-bay extension on the Olympic Blvd. side and a one-story, three bay addition on the Grand Ave. facade. This seamless expansion added approximately 100,000 square feet and an additional vault on the subterranean levels. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.

The ornate structure served Los Angeles until 1987 at which time, bank operations relocated next door. In 2005 the former Federal Reserve Bank Building converted to a residential luxury loft community. The transformation preserved the beauty and details of the historic exterior and restored many of the original interior architectural elements.

Downtown LA loft, The Reserve

Want to live in luxury and style in Downtown LA’s exciting and prestigious South Park District? Who says you can’t have it all? NY style live/work lofts, LA luxuries and amenities, spacious floor-plans, unique features, and a community feel. Just steps away from the world’s best sports entertainment, dining, and shopping, LA living at its best! The Reserve Lofts, where style, luxury and architectural history converge.