LA BAHIA
LA BAHIA
SECTOR: RESORT HOTEL
LOCATION: SANTA CRUZ, CA
PROJECT DESIGNER: JOSE RAMA & LAWRENCE DE SANTIS
WHILE WORKING AT SWENSON
Site Area: .3.0 acres
Year: 2025
Sector: Hospitality
Location: Santa Cruz, Ca.
Overview: Preserving the historical significance of La Bahia Apartments while redeveloping the property into a hotel presents both challenges and opportunities. Here's how the redevelopment plans could consider preserving or incorporating elements of its historical significance
Building Sizes: consist of 165 room
Amenities: Designed to include banquet and meeting space, catering to events and conferences. Additionally, it will feature two restaurants, pool and spa.
Parking Facilities: 244 on-site parking
A redevelopment projects like La Bahia Apartments demonstrate the importance of adaptive reuse in preserving historical landmarks and creating vibrant, sustainable communities. By embracing both preservation and innovation, such projects can successfully bridge the past and the present, enriching the cultural landscape for generations to come.