More local news: 4.0 earthquake struck Ventura County this morning; the story behind a documentary about Santa Barbara architect Lutah Maria Riggs; old Carpinteria Chronicle newspaper discovered and digitized; Hollister Ranch beach access.
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Other recent news: An oceanfront patio in Isla Vista collapsed into the ocean; tornado touched down in Ventura on Christmas; firefighters rescued an injured paraglider; enhancements at the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network.
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More local news: Photos from the recent drone show in Solvang; New York Times travel columnist visits Santa Barbara, declares it “almost too pleasant”; a good Samaritan left scarves in Chase Palm Park; Goleta massively misbudgets for new sidewalks.
Plus: The stars are coming out for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival; Oscar-shortlisted documentaries being screened at the Riviera Theatre; San Ysidro roundabout meeting; new Goleta space for Coast Supply Co.
More local news: Two mountain lions spotted along Arroyo Burro Trail; Santa Barbara County to raise prices for annual park passes; Montecito Sanitary District’s new building makes progress.
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Burning Questions
- How Long Will This Big Pipe Be at East Beach?
- Is Cabrillo Boulevard Going to Be Widened Under Highway 101?
- Was There a Fisherman Inn in Downtown Santa Barbara?
- What Are Those Old Buildings at the Corner of Castillo and Montecito Streets?
- When Will the Coast Village Road Medians Be Completed?
- What’s This Scaffold Structure on Las Positas Road?
- Why Does Street Striping Take So Long to Happen?
Recent Comments
Agreed - I miss the margaritas and the great chips and salsa at cava! — chelsea
Love the look. As Erik pointed out, there is a range of design along CVR so this won't "stick out" but rather add another interesting… — Curtis
In a strange way, the new building echos the old Bottle Shop configuration. I really like the solar parking - very good use of space.… — Chris
South facing with all that glass? Also, the scale is way off. Also, not a fit on CVR at all. I agree with another commenter—choose… — Anne
If it's that good let me know! — Kevin
Net Zero. LEED Gold. Does not make up for an out of place building. It's a beautiful design for a different location. It gives me… — eliza
Are you? Let’s go — Zeljko
Net-zero and LEED gold is fine, but why not have something that fits in more, is classic, with an look that represents the best of… — Greg
Agree. — Greg
Seems dark - lightening up the overall look would seem to improve the property. — Anargyros