ULI Fall Meeting
October 30 – November 2, 2023
Los Angeles, CA
Join RIOS at the ULI Fall Meeting 2023 in Los Angeles from October 30 to November 2 for sessions, workshops, site tours, and more as we explore innovative solutions to the pressing issues affecting our cities and communities.
Connect with our team and view a schedule of site tours of RIOS projects and discussions we are participating in. For more information, click here.
Attending:
Creative Director & Partner Mark Motonaga
Co-CEO & Partner Jessamyn Davis
Chief Marketing Officer & Partner Erin Gehle
Director of Business Development + Client Relationships Michelle Baba
Studio Directors Sabina Cheng, Nate Cormier, CarloMaria Ciampoli, and Taek Kim
Senior Project Director Lewina Lee
Senior Project Designer Elizabeth Wendell
Jerry Moss Plaza at the Music Center
Exploring the Cultural Heart of L.A. with Grand Avenue Augmented
Monday, October 30, 2023: Site Tour
Take a walking tour of downtown LA’s cultural hub Grand Avenue through the lens of “Grand Avenue Augmented,” a new AR experience blending technology and art with the public realm. Senior Architect Naseema Asif will guide visitors through our work on Gloria Molina Grand Park and the Jerry Moss Plaza at the Music Center.
Behind the Scenes in the Land of Dreams: Exploring Hollywood’s Hidden Gems
Monday, October 30, 2023: Site Tour
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of one of Hollywood’s iconic landmarks: the Hollywood Bowl. Explore areas not usually open to the public and learn about the history and significance of this beloved historical venue.
ROW DTLA
Monday, October 30, 2023: Site Tour
Learn about ROW DTLA’s history and our transformation of this former railroad terminal into a dynamic mixed-use destination.
ROW DTLA
Low Investment, High Impact: Creative Approaches to Adaptive Reuse for the Rest of Us
Wednesday, November 1: Speaking Session
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
West Exhibit Hall A – Area B
Studio Directors Nate Cormier and Taek Kim delve into dynamic case studies that demonstrate how the allied disciplines of architecture, landscape architecture, and experiential design can deliver “architectural editing” and creative insertions that bring new life to tired places.
Empowering Voices, Transforming Lives: The Community Space for Watts
Wednesday, November 1: Speaking Session
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
West Hall, 515A
Senior Project Designer Elizabeth Wendell and Senior Project Director Clarence Lacy share insights on the community-driven design process for Watts Community Center, a new hub for culture, learning, wellness, and community for all residents of Watts.
Studio Development and Its Placemaking Impact
Wednesday, November 1: Speaking Session
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
West Hall, Concourse: 151
Senior Project Designer Elizabeth Wendell will speak on a panel exploring a new wave of studio and soundstage development in the entertainment capital of Los Angeles.
NEXT Connect: Studio Design and Development
Wednesday, November 1: Speaking Session
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
West Hall, 409AB
Creative Director and Partner Mark Motonaga will share insights and experiences on our approach to studio design and development.
Watts Community Center
