State street is already closed to traffic and I’m sure they can lay tiles down pretty quickly on Carrillo. I love the colorful tiles and I go to the farmers market every Saturday and look forward to seeing this.
I'll be interesting to see, what they uncover, when they begin to dig.
They should rename the street Calle Dolores Huerta!
Is there info on how long the intersection will be closed to apply this decoration?
I think the street art looks cool and it’s not like the grant money could be used for other purposes. I’m grateful for whoever organized the application so that Santa Barbara could be one of the 10 recipients.
one more comment,, that space always screamed beer garden to me. or Big Star Taco in Wicker Park. more open space to enjoy ocean breeze... we need more open spaces to hang out, drink and eat on CVR.
Good start. Nice homage to the roof and flower shop... not that either of those were architectural standouts on CVR. More seating/stucture moved to front/parking to back for more pedestrian/hang out friendly streetside. More Monte's less Aspen ski lodge - try a bit harder. This is a whole new architectual element and the train track reference is a stretch. Im all for more creative spaces like Clarks - but needs least of hint that it holds hands with its neighbors without stucco and red tile. the modern building a couple spaces down could be inspiration except the parking lot out front.
Agreed, this building does not cohesively fit on the street. It may be bold and striking, but also completely out of place for Coast Village Road...
I like the addition. I believe when it's built, he should invite The Bottle Shop to open a space below. That would be the only business I believe that would bring in a lot of revenue. A lot of Montecito residents feel like it is an exclusive liquor museum. The new owner would make great money if he invites The Bottle Shop into a space below.
Agree 100%. Attractive in itself but not plonked down on CVR. Does not fit in at all with the local-and-cozy-but-sophisticated look of the other retail and food establishments and offices there. Too bad.
Where's the "it's not in Montecito" comments?
For looks really good in these photos!
Loving this for Montecito! Net Zero and LEED Gold (plus-plus) aside, the design is striking, well-thought-out, and a nice departure from the same-same outdated architecture of the area. The property owner and architecture have done an excellent job preserving the spirit of the property while bringing it to modern day with style and taste.
I've provided input to the CV Road for nearly 50 years working with developers as a Designer/Broker. We do have an assortment of styles and color but the general look is somewhat subdued and classic with a few exceptions. At first glance; this new glass structure is handsome but as many viewers have provided; it is not quite 'right' on our unique lower Village. I also think that the tenants would want to add window covering for the south facing sun/heat and that could certainly take away from the look. Let's try and go to the review meetings and at least try to soften the presentation. I will miss the friendly desk attendants who always 'wish me luck' when I buy a lotto ticket!!!
With care,
Maryanne Brillhart
MB Properties
I am appalled to see this abomination land in our sweet little Spanish style town. Can anyone point me in the direction on how to fight this?
Personally I wish he would have used that money to pay the 425 workers he stiffed. I don't think he deserves to have his name on the park since it insinuates that he cares about our community when in reality he caused major hardships on many in the community who worked for him.
Agreed - I miss the margaritas and the great chips and salsa at cava!
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 dimension.
PS, Would love to have a Healdsburg Shed-type business here
In a strange way, the new building echos the old Bottle Shop configuration. I really like the solar parking - very good use of space. I like the rectilinear shapes and roofline as opposed to trying to have yet another version of curved arches. I can see the point of the metal and glass appearing harsh and dark but I like the glass look. My question: who gets to hang out on the second floor balcony? (Other comment- I miss the great margaritas at Cava!)
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 an architectural style that exists somewhere on that road, already, and go with a design which will blend in—and not detract.
If it's that good let me know!
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 a florist, garden store vibe. No dedicated tenants yet is troubling.
Are you? Let’s go
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 this area's look?
Agree.
Seems dark - lightening up the overall look would seem to improve the property.
