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479 West 6th Street, San Pedro CA
The prestigious and architecturally inspired ARCADE BUILDING is centrally located in the heart of old downtown San Pedro at 479 West 6th Street, adjacent to World Port LA / Los Angeles Harbor.
Upon its complete renovation in 1986, THE ARCADE BUILDING was awarded the Los Angeles Conservancy's top Award for Preservation.
THE ARCADE BUILDING'S amenities include:
- Striking Italian renaissance architecture.
- Skylights that admit an abundance of natural light.
- A central enclosed interior courtyard with fountain.
- Polished brass, copper and bronze finishes.
- 24 hour monitored interior/exterior security system with cameras.
- Individually air-conditioned suites.
- T-1 and DSL service available.
- Each suite pre-wired for individual alarm and security systems.
- New electrical service.
- Janitorial services in all common areas five days per week.
All in San Pedro's most unique building.
The beautiful three story ARCADE BUILDING marked an epoch in the retail history of San Pedro when it was built in 1925. It was the first arcade building in the City and quickly became a landmark of distinction. Built by Aleck Carresi, a San Pedro pioneer, it inspired others to invest in the future progress of the community. Through the ensuing decades, the quality design and construction evidenced throughout the ARCADE has stood the test of time. In the words of Aleck Carresi:
"From all that I sought counsel they discouraged me in the building of such a type of business building, but it is my belief that beauty and uniqueness is going to play a very important role in construction of buildings in the years to come. Just four square walls, some plate glass and paint will not be sufficient for business buildings of the future."
ALECK CARRESI SAN PEDRO DAILY NEWS JANUARY 2, 1925
Today, over 75 years later, Mr. Carresi's words and commitment to excellence seem even more important and insightful. His inspiration is still alive in San Pedro, and has resulted in the complete restoration of the ARCADE. The original architectural beauty shines through like the brilliant sun through the ARCADE's magnificent skylight. Carved columns, rare Italian tiles, the intricate wrought iron balcony and central fountain all represent yesterday's elegance, available to you today.
