About

The Penthouse was designed by some of the most distinguished architects and artisans of the Jazz Age. It was built for James Oviatt, a haberdasher whose luxurious shop once occupied the ground floor of his namesake building. Oviatt’s ambition was to create a spectacular residence that would showcase the Art Deco design he’d admired at the 1925 Exposition in Paris.

The exquisitely preserved Penthouse contains many of its original appointments, including chandeliers and fixtures by Rene Lalique, a magnificent Art Deco bar by the renowned design firm of Saddier et Fils, and flooring of exotic woods.

The Penthouse suite leads to a spacious rooftop terrace with dramatic 360-degree views of downtown Los Angeles. Originally the site of a swimming pool, putting green, and “beach” of imported Riviera sand, the terrace now accommodates parties of up to 125 people for ceremonies, dining and dancing.

The surrounding walls are ornamented with Moorish architectural details. A winding staircase leads to an observation platform and clocktower. This upper roof provides a dramatic position for musicians and DJs, whose music wafts down to guests dancing below.