L.A. Love

Vintage meets modern design at the Downtown L.A. Proper, a captivating hotel where designer Kelly Wearstler's vision infuses every corner with artistic richness

- VARUNI MOHAN

Downtown L.A. Proper, an alluring 147-room destination hotel is a triumph of design, where the talents of celebrity designer, Kelly Wearstler converge with the rich tapestry of the building’s storied past, leaving guests enchanted by a seamless fusion of vintage charm and contemporary allure.

Once a private club in the roaring 1920s, frequented by Hollywood luminaries like Cecil B. DeMille, and later a YWCA in the vibrant 1960s, this landmark building exudes an irresistible charm that has been artfully reimagined by a collaboration between The Kor Group, Frank Stork, Channing Henry, Omgivning, and the renowned Kelly Wearstler.

As you step inside, you are instantly transported into a world of timeless elegance, where history and modernity interlace harmoniously. Kelly Wearstler’s expert touch infuses every corner with a stylish blend of Spanish, Portuguese, Mexican, and Moroccan design elements.