The Toy Warehouse is situated on the north-east corner of Santa Fe and 3rd Streets, opposite from Ray Kappe’s SCI-arc (Southern California Institute of Architecture), and walking distance to a number of local restaurants, cafes, and boutique shops. Tucked away in a quiet corner of downtown’s Art’s District is the Toy Warehouse Lofts. A diamond in the rough, with bold , urban appeal. #toywarehouse #lofts #dtla
Established in 1923 as a toy warehouse and distribution center, the Toy Warehouse pioneered adaptive reuse in downtown turning into one of the first for sale loft projects in 1999 . Modernized by Decoma Properties, LLC . in 2001, these authentic lofts showcasing open floor plans, exposed wood columns, plumbing and duct work quickly sold out.
Biscuit Company Lofts is the award-winning Linear City LLC conversion of the historic west coast Nabisco bakery into 104 authentic live/work lofts and one serious french bistro. Biscuit complements the other lofts buildings on the street and further transforms Industrial Street into a vital, energetic neighborhood and a real community of interested urbanites.
Biscuit lofts range from 625 square feet to 3496 square feet over one, two or three floors, and feature high ceilings (13 to 28 feet), remarkable natural light, and hardwood floors. many of the lofts have private outdoor space and some units have wood-burning fireplaces. Come see the skyline views, the beautiful historic building facade, and the world-class 75 foot saline lap pool with fire pit, bbqs, and Silver Sollar Eucalyptus trees.
A few of the additional amenities are the 24 hour attended entrance and package reception, and on-site parking.Biscuit is LA Historic Monument No. 888 and is a Mills Act building with property taxes savings. A landmark building.
Amenities
Each loft features a spacious floor plan flooded with natural light, sturdy steel frame construction, high ceilings, exposed brick walls, thick hardwood floors, industrial seal windows and oversized doors. Lobbies and corridors are enhanced by ornamental concrete and sandblasted brick, copper doors and vintage lamps.
Unit features include:
Sandblasted brick walls
Original one inch thick refinished hardwood floors
Industrial scale windows
Over sized doors
Thirteen to thirty feet ceilings
Stainless steel cabinetry and appliances
Gas ranges
Caesarstone counter tops
Over-sized soaking tubs
Wireless and scalable internet and telecom
HD-enabled satellite TV
Individual heat and air-conditioning controls
Terrazzo concrete flooring, RAIS fireplaces, and private patios in select units
Constructed in 1925, Restored and adapted in 2006. Conceived as the west coast headquarters of the National Biscuit Company, this landmark structure was designed by EJ Eckel, the Dean of American architects and fonder of the distinguished firm of Eckel & Aldrich. Constructed at the then astounding cost of $2,000,000, this celebrated 7 story, skyscraper factory quickly became an architectural sensation. As with other distinctive Nabisco conversion projects such as the Dia Museum in upstate New York and the Chelsea market in the Meatpacking District of Manhattan, the Biscuit Company Lofts blend meticulous period craftsmanship and architectural integrity with an array of modern conveniences and brilliant contemporary design. Biscuit Company Lofts sets the standard for lofts in Los Angeles. Biscuit is also a benchmark project referenced throughout the world.
In an effort to preserve the original spirit and detail of the building, the designers of Biscuit Company Lofts sought to find and follow the natural grain of the building, respecting its parameters but looking at them from the standpoint of new use. Aleks Istanbullu Architects has crafted varied floor plans and common areas with distinct shapes and color schemes. Single story units range from 605 to 2,100 square feet, and there are seventeen unique two, three and four story units varying from 1,800 to nearly 6,000 square feet. Ceiling heights are 13′, 16′ 20′ and 30′.
Experience a retreat from the urban grind in Biscuit’s tranquil courtyards, landscaped gardens, and oversized swimming pool. Stretch out, and work out on Woodway treadmills, Matrix Ascent ellipticals and Life Fitness weight equipment, in a world class, private homeowners gym. Room to breathe, relax, and socialize…the choice is yours. For those seeking spacious environs, green escapes, and refined living- Biscuit Company Lofts are the ideal place to live and work. Biscuit Company Lofts are a collaboration between Linear City LLC, Colony Capital LLC, Fremont Investment & Loan, Aleks Istanbullu Architects, Don Barany Architects, Swinerton Builders, Craig Lawson and Jim Rics, the City of Los Angeles, Karen Kamberg Design, and many others. Linear City is also the company behind Toy Factory Lofts, the successful retain and residential hub that set the standard for quality and design in the downtown LA Arts District.
