Project Restore

03/14/2025

Frank Lloyd Wright’s buildings are known for their stunning design—but also their challenges with water intrusion. Thank you City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs and partners for all of your preservation efforts!

03/12/2025

Celebrating Nancy Lopez-Kazarian: AD56 Woman of the Year!

We are incredibly proud to announce that Nancy Lopez-Kazarian has been recognized as Woman of the Year by the California State Assembly, honored by Assemblymember Lisa Calderon of the 56th Assembly District, for her dedication to historic preservation, community service, and civic engagement.

As a leader at Project Restore, Nancy has worked tirelessly to preserve Los Angeles’ architectural and cultural heritage, ensuring that our city’s most iconic landmarks continue to tell their stories for generations to come. Her expertise in civic restoration, project management, and historic preservation has transformed historic spaces, bridging the past with the future.

Beyond her professional achievements, Nancy has been a passionate advocate for her community in AD56, having dedicated her past efforts and time to fundraising for the Friends of La Serna High School. Her commitment to supporting students and enhancing educational opportunities reflects her unwavering dedication to making a lasting difference in the lives of others.

This honor, presented in celebration of Women’s History Month, recognizes women whose leadership and service have made a profound impact on their communities. Nancy’s work is a testament to this mission—her commitment to revitalizing LA’s history and uplifting her community is not just about restoration, but about preserving culture, fostering connections, and creating a legacy for future generations.

Congratulations, Nancy! Your passion and dedication continue to inspire us all.

02/06/2025

While you were sleeping… 🌙✨ skilled artists were hard at work restoring the breathtaking murals and ceiling paint at the Los Angeles City Hall Main Street entrance, elevator lobby.

To preserve the historic beauty of this iconic space without disrupting daily operations, the restoration team worked night shifts, meticulously reviving intricate details that had faded over time. The result? A stunning transformation that brings new life to these timeless works of art, ensuring they continue to inspire generations to come.

Next time you visit City Hall, take a moment to look up and appreciate the craftsmanship of the past—now shining brighter than ever!

All of the restoration work is managed by our non-profit organization which relies on private donations and grants.

12/27/2024

By next Christmas, we hope to complete restoration of Residence A, the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed guest house in Barnsdall Park. Work continues, and we're excited to share the progress.

In the double-height living room, golden plaster finishes have been replicated and original red gum wood trimwork gleams once again! Fireplaces are at the heart of many Wright designs, and Residence A is no exception. Structural work is still being done here, but soon we'll restore the cast concrete and inglenook bench that frame this feature.

📷: Stan Ecklund

12/21/2024

Great job opportunity opening up…..

📣📣 WE'RE HIRING! Help preserve LA's only UNESCO World Heritage site and work on the final phase of Residence A's transformative restoration.

The full-time Preservation Manager oversees preservation projects and site maintenance for the historic structures, collections, and landscape in Barnsdall Park, including Hollyhock House, Residence A, and Schindler Terrace. This position requires expert knowledge and experience with historic preservation theory and practice as well as a thorough knowledge of construction project management. The Preservation Manager will carry out projects requiring the application of historic preservation, engineering, architectural, and landscape architectural standards and methods.

Application deadline is Monday, January 13th. For details, visit hollyhockhouse.org.

12/06/2024

Thinking of visiting Hollyhock House during the holiday season? Tour tickets are still available for December; however, the house will be closed Thursday–Saturday, December 26–28. Now is also a good time to start planning your trip for 2025; tickets for January & February are available at hollyhockhouse.org.

We also suggest gifting tour tickets as a memorable & unique stocking stuffer! 🧦🎄🎁

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Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Barnsdall Art Park Barnsdall Art Park Foundation Project Restore

09/24/2024

Bringing new life to Frank Lloyd Wright’s ‘Residence A’ at Barnsdall Art Park - restoration update! 🌟

Barnsdall Art Park Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Hollyhock House

07/23/2024

There’s no summer break here! L.A. City Hall is buzzing with restoration and conservation work. While many are enjoying their summer travels, we are completing some important mural restoration work and marble repairs. If you happen to visit us this week, please excuse the work in progress.

Did you know? The original decorative paint is designed by world renowned muralists Anthony Heinsbergen and Herman Sachs.

06/08/2024