https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/1321 en-us A 1960s postcard shows a Newport Beach, California, building in its early heyday.

]]> amarees.asp Wed, 15 Feb 2012 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/7386-amarees Sited between the West Coast Highway and a marina, the structure partially hovers on stilts over the water.   On the main selling floor, Davis opened the space to light and views, eschewing the heavy drapery and carpeting of the 1960s occupant.   On the main selling floor, Davis opened the space to light and views, eschewing the heavy drapery and carpeting of the 1960s occupant. Photo © Ezra Stoller Davis left the ceiling rough and unfinished, exposing a network of ducts and pipes he felt added to the industrial-chic feel.   In a previous incarnation, Morocco-inspired ceiling lamps, leafy murals, and wickerwork abounded. Photo courtesy Paul Davis Architects Image courtesy Paul Davis Architects