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  When SoCal nightlife developer Mike Viscuso wanted to make his Hollywood debut with the Kress, he turned to his longtime collaborator Newport Beach, California-based designer Davis Krumins. But the opening isn’t as important to Viscuso. The monumental project-a multi-level space- is equally significant to the city as it marks the restoration of the 1934Read more

The Architects Newspaper, October 2008 The KressNamed for the five-and-dime that opened in this location in 1934, The Kress, the latest Hollywood nightclub, was originally designed by Edward F. Sibbert, who built over 50 distinctive Art Deco-style buildings across the country for the Kress company.Read more

OFF BROADWAY! S.D’s nightlife pioneer sets his sights on Hollywood Boulevard with an Art Deco ode to supper clubs, sushi and lingerie? – By Stacy Rauen, Photography by Betsy WinchellRead more

Newport Beach firm Davis Ink designed Kress Hollywood, which is expected to be the next big celebrity hangout. By Barry KoltnowRead more

RAISING THE BAR with new clubs looming, older nightspots are nip/tucking their way back into hipster hearts with decidedly chic redesigns – By Seth CombsRead more

  “HERE IT IS: OUR INSIDER’S PEEK INTO THE WHO, WHAT AND WHERE OF S.D. AND O.C.’S DARE-TO-DREAM DESIGN TEAM.” – By Gillian Flynn and Melissa Quinlan Photography by John Dole, Amy K. Fellows, Sal Owen, Ethan Pines, Geoff Ragatz, and Brad SwonetzRead more

  “Rooftop Bars light up S.D.’s hot nightlife scene.” – By Jill BlackfordRead more

  “Sleek design-driven hotels, buzz-worthy nightlife and unique eateries are changing the face of this SoCal city.” – By Melissa GageRead more

  “High-flying hipsters are heading to San Diego to take in the city’s breezy SoCal style and artsy scene.” – By Patricia CavazziniRead more

  “When the temperatures hover around 100, Tucsonans flock to the cooler climes of California. We asked travel writer Mary Peachin to share some of her favorite spots, as well as a few that are on her wish list..” – By Mary Peachin San DiegoRead more