Room & Board Welcomes NEWH and The Stacy Garcia Trend Tour
2025-03-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Room&Board, 3231 Helms Avenue, Culver City, CA, 90034
The Stacy Garcia® Trend Tour is a nationwide journey in partnership with NEWH (Network of Executive Women in Hospitality), sharing the latest in colors and materials for hospitality and commercial design. Led by color expert Stacy Garcia, the tour has traveled through many cities.
On Tuesday, March 4th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, the tour makes a stop at the Room & Board showroom. Join them in forecasting the future of color and interior aesthetics and connecting with the design community at large. This event will also support NEWH families affected by the wildfires.

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POSTPONED: Westside Urban Forum Hosts a Book Launch with Nick Patsaouras
2025-03-05 08:00 - 10:00 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
This event has been postponed. A new date will be scheduled shortly.
Please join Westside Urban Forum, Move LA, and CoMotion on Wednesday, March 5th at 8:00 am for a conversation with Nick Patsaouras on the launch of his new book: The Making of Modern Los Angeles: A Chronicle.
Nick arrived from Athens at age seventeen and established a successful electrical engineering company designing commercial, industrial, educational, residential, medical, institutional, religious, and entertainment projects. Nick served on several boards—from LA Metro to LADWP—and even ran for LA Mayor!
His book is a firsthand account of decisions made in public and behind the scenes over a fifty-year career that has truly made Los Angeles what it is today. Nick is a true insider whose vision and persistence prevailed and made a monumental difference. The insights and wisdom he gained from all these endeavors are woven throughout this book, making it a must-read for anyone with even a passing interest in Los Angeles’s recent past and future.
Registration Fees
$25 Members
$35 Non-Members
Price of admission includes a signed copy of the book and breakfast!

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POSTPONED: Material Encounters Hosts a Regenerative Design Talk with Nicole Cannon and Guests
2025-03-13 07:30 - 09:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
This event has been postponed and will be rescheduled to a date in the future. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to seeing you soon.
In partnership with Material Encounters, Nicole Cannon, AIA, of NCA Studio Inc will be presenting a series of multidisciplinary breakfast discussions that explore resilient design, the power of materiality, and the role of design in shaping equitable, regenerative, and hopeful futures.
Join us on Thursday, March 13 at 8:00 am, where Nicole will moderate “Rebuilding with Craft: The Role of Artisanship in Resilient Design”:

How can craftsmanship and high-quality materials contribute to fire-resistant, long-lasting architecture?
Examples of traditional and modern craft techniques that align with sustainable rebuilding.
How can exterior space and landscape protect, connect, and regenerate our soils and communities?

Nicole will be joined by panelists:
Nathan Buxser, AIA, LEED AP, Preconstruction Executive, Mass Timber, Swinerton
Daniel Clason-Höök, Principal, MADERA
Allen Compton, ASLA, Founder / Principal, SALT-LA
Tickets $20 includes light breakfast and coffee. We look forward to seeing you!

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Sunshine Makers Market Pops Up on March 15
2025-03-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Walk, 3270 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034
Sunshine Makers Market pops up at Helms Design District on Saturday, March 15th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. If you haven’t stopped by during one of our market days, you are in for a treat! Their collective of fabulous artisans and makers creates a wonderful day of shopping small and local. Plus enjoy music from DJ Benofficial, who will be mixing it up on Helms Avenue to keep things fun and the energy flowing. This event is free and open to the public.

A partial list of participating artisans and activations:
Little Chimes
Amanda K Lockrow
Ace the Moon
The Happinest Collection
Eve’s Enchanted Elixirs
HeyTaylorGage
Purposely Repurposed Jewelry
DIPHDA
Pecan Amor
Bananarama Breadworks
AK Pottery
Blonde Peacock
matchawell
Fox & The Empress Tarot
VŌL CO.

Upcoming Dates
March 29 (Two Markets in March!)
April 19th
May 17th
June 21st
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th (Culver City Art Walk)
November 22nd
December 20th

The First Cars & Coffee with Chef Sang Yoon
2025-03-23 08:00 - 10:00 | Helms Bakery, 3220 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034, United States
Do you love cars? Meet fellow enthusiasts and collectors at the first Cars & Coffee at the new Helms Bakery hosted by Chef Sang Yoon and Jonny Lieberman. Helms has lots of free, onsite parking available.
What a great way to spend a Sunday morning. Get here early to secure a spot for your cool whip!

Sunshine Makers Market Pops Up on March 29
2025-03-29 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Walk, 3270 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034
Sunshine Makers Market pops up at Helms Design District every third Saturday of each month in 2025. This month we’re having an additional Market on March 29th!
The collective of fabulous artisans and makers create a wonderful day of shopping small and local.
This event is free and open to the public.

A partial list of participating artisans and activations:
Little Chimes
Colibrí.LA
J.MA Studio
Ksenskin
Xtraordinary Flair
The Happinest Collection
M. Rena
Pecan Amor
Gypsy Moon House
MNM Collection
Wuitusu
Creatiive Natiive
HoundSmith Jewelry
Thru Her Eyes Offerings
humanroot
Moon + Mila
Chingoo Snacks
Jack of Cups
VŌL CO.
Chain of Influence
Belle’s Nest

Upcoming Dates
April 19th
May 17th
June 21st
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th (Culver City Art Walk)
November 22nd
December 20th

Sign up for a special Makers Class for kids!
Join us for our newest installment of #MakersClasses with an exciting new collaboration with Olivia Brydon and Creatiive Natiive Kiids – she’ll be setting up at our market with tables full of fun supplies for all the kiddos to make garden patchwork totes or Spring Art Flowers in pots. It’s an afternoon to let creativity bloom.
Each ticket is good for one of the two activities and reserves supplies for one artist. Their crafting session is typically 30-50 minutes long and seating is provided.

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Fresh Perks: April Instagram Giveaway
2025-04-01 08:00 - 2025-04-30 17:00 | Online, CA
Pouf Ottoman from Cisco Home
Enter April 1 – April 30
We are excited to announce our Fresh Perks Giveaway from Cisco Home. Enter-to-Win this beautiful 20″ Pouf Ottoman in Bellamy Natural. The Pouf is a treat for you and your home; the perfect blend of comfort and style! Whether you need extra seating, a chic footrest, or a stylish accent piece, this pouf is a must-have for your home.
This Fresh Perks giveaway runs from April 1st at 9:00 am through April 30th at 5:00 pm. One lucky winner will be contacted after the end of the giveaway.
We appreciate you for choosing Helms Design District as your go-to design hub, your shopping destination, and a favorite spot to dine. Thank you for spending time with us throughout the entire year and thank you for always showing up.

To enter is simple:
(1) You must Follow us on Instagram.
(2) Tag two friends in your comment so they can follow us and enter too.
(3) This answer isn’t mandatory, but share your favorite read while your feet are resting on your new pouf!
Sign up for our newsletter and automatically be entered for a second chance to win.
Plus, you’ll find out when the next Helms Fresh Perk drops. Good luck!

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No purchase is required to enter.
Winners will be selected randomly, contacted after each giveaway closes, and announced in our comments on Instagram.
Open to US residents only, 18 years and older. By entering, entrants confirm they are at least 18+ years of age.
This is a “GIVEAWAY” and is not eligible for return, refund, or exchange at any of our showrooms or restaurants.
The “Fresh Perks” giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram. Entrants release Instagram and all brands of all responsibility and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.
One entry per Instagram user. Duplicate entries will not be considered.
This giveaway is open to residents of Los Angeles County.

Architecture: Rebuilding Value
2025-04-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Making a hasty move to “build together” cookie-cutter Mediterranean-, Craftsman-, Ranch-, or Colonial-style houses can’t be undone and will change the very fabric that makes Los Angeles wonderful! In the aftermath of one of the worst devastations in Los Angeles’ history, a panel of renowned professionals in architecture, construction, and real estate will come together at the Helms Design Center on Thursday, April 10th, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm to discuss the present opportunity to rebuild our communities with lasting beauty, value, and sustainability.
Looking at the past to rethink the future, this panel talk — Architecture: Rebuilding Value — will reflect on the Berkeley-Oakland fire of 1991 as a starting point to move past the impulse to reconstruct mass-produced tract houses. Instead, we will focus on creating cost-effective, artistic, and sustainable designs that not only preserve our environment but also enhance our local culture, community, and quality of life for generations to come.
Helms Design Center
8745 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Reception: 6:00 pm
Presentations: 6:30 pm
Q&A: immediately following
Sorry, this event has reached capacity. We are no longer taking RSVPs.

Photo: The Sharon Drager House, Berkeley, CA, 1992, by Franklin Israel and Annie Chu, © Grant Mudford

Panelists:
Annie Chu (Chu-Gooding)
Brian Linder (The Value of Architecture)
Stephen Phillips (SPARCHS)
Monika Haefelfinger (XTEN)
George Minardos (Minardos Group)

Annie Chu, FAIA, is an award-winning architect and a founding principal of Chu-Gooding with an extensive history of teaching, public speaking, and civic and professional leadership, including her roles on the City of Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Commission, the Mayor’s Design Advisory Panel, and the IIDA International Board of Directors. In her four decades in practice, Annie has worked extensively with world-renowned museums and cultural institutions, including The Huntington, Hammer Museum, Autry Museum of the American West, Studio Museum in Harlem, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association.

Brian Linder, AIA, Architecture Broker is a seasoned real estate broker with more than 25 years of experience in high-end, custom residential design and construction and a master’s degree in architecture, Brian brings his design-oriented expertise to the buying and selling of architectural properties, historic homes, and estates. Brian has built his real estate practice around a concept he calls “The Value of Architecture”, which is based on the notion that architectural homes provide countless lifestyle benefits, carry greater premiums, and tend to be less sensitive to market fluctuations.

Stephen Phillips, FAIA, PhD is an architect, historian, and educator with over 30 years of professional experience in California; he is principal architect at Stephen Phillips Architects (SPARCHS) and Professor of Architecture at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo — where he is the Founding Director of the Cal Poly Los Angeles Metropolitan Program in Architecture and Urban Design. Award-winning residential buildings by Stephen Phillips Architects (SPARCHS) have been published in Dwell, DOMUS, Der Spiegel, Dezeen, The Architect’s Newspaper, and the San Francisco Chronicle, among many other notable newspapers, magazines, journals, and books.

Monika Haefelfinger, SIA, President and Founding Partner at XTEN Architecture was born in Basel, Switzerland. XTEN specializes in custom residential, cultural and commercial buildings. Swiss precision and the experimental spirit of Los Angeles guide and inspire the design process at XTEN Architecture.

As Founder and CEO of Minardos Group, George Minardos has been building design-centered residential and creative commercial projects in LA, Santa Barbara and Napa since 1998. Through collaborations with many of Los Angeles’ most innovative architects and design teams, Minardos Group has earned a stellar reputation as a group that “can build just about anything.”

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Sunshine Makers Market Pops Up on April 19
2025-04-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Walk, 3270 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034
Sunshine Makers Market pops up at Helms Design District every third Saturday of each month in 2025. Their collective of fabulous artisans and makers create a wonderful day of shopping small and local.
This event is free and open to the public.

A partial list of participating artisans and activations:
Little Chimes
Lyse’s Nuts
Olive Blanche Handmade
Amanda K Lockrow
The Happinest Collection
Fox & The Empress Tarot
Retro Steno
Charmed by Nash
Julie Griffin Design
humanroot
Blonde Peacock
Verdance Jewelry
Snaggletooth Pets

Upcoming Dates
May 17th
June 21st
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th (Culver City Art Walk)
November 22nd
December 20th

Decorate Your Own Easter Egg Cookies with Tanya Jung at Helms
ALL AGES
Join us for a day of incredible shopping and crafting. Decorate your professionally baked, bespoke Easter Egg Cookies with baker Tanya Jung!

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Arcana Book Signing + Discussion with Photographer Luisa Opalesky: Big City Nobody
2025-04-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Arcana: Books on the Arts, 8675 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA, 90232
On Saturday, April 26th from 4 until 6 PM, Arcana: Books on the Arts will proudly host the photographer Luisa Opalesky in conversation with director Luke Gilford to celebrate her new book Big City Nobody. The talk will be followed by the chance to get your copy signed by Luisa herself!
Luisa Opalesky (b. 1987) is an artist whose practice seeks to connect with all walks of life through photography, dance, and film. Originally from Philadelphia, she earned a BFA in photography under the mentorship of George Pitts at Parsons New School for Design. She draws inspiration from her elders, multicultural background, glamour, squalor, going to the cinema three times a week, and her home downtown in New York City. Her work is consistently characterized by its vibrant color, hazard, and comedic relief.
Big City Nobody is Opalesky’s debut photography book. Published by Spotz Studios and featuring work created between 2020 and 2024, the photographs in the book reveal glimpses of daily life, vibrancy of nightlife, and outtakes from assignments commissioned by the New York Times and Interview magazine. The collection unfolds with a flow reminiscent of walking crosstown caffeinated and immersed in the pulse of the city. The book includes writings by Alissa Bennett, Susie Essman, Daniel Arnold, and Teardrop.
If you cannot attend and would like to purchase a SIGNED copy of Big City Nobody, please place your order below.
Join Arcana on April 26th for good talk, good books, and free libations. All are welcome!

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Fresh Perks: May Instagram Giveaway
2025-05-01 08:00 - 2025-05-31 17:00 | Online, CA
Kori Lidded Hamper from Room & Board
Enter May 1 – May 31
We are excited to announce this month’s Fresh Perks Giveaway from Room & Board! Add a little organization to your home this spring and Enter-to-Win this 22” Kori lidded hamper in charcoal. Crafted in Rhode Island, these modern hampers are made from a braided wool-blend fabric that’s exceptionally durable. Use them to provide versatile and stylish storage in your bedroom or laundry area.
This Fresh Perks giveaway runs from May 1st at 9:00 am through May 31st at 5:00 pm. One lucky winner will be contacted after the end of the giveaway.
We appreciate you for choosing Helms Design District as your go-to design hub, your shopping destination, and a favorite spot to dine. Thank you for spending time with us throughout the entire year and thank you for always showing up.

To enter is simple:
(1) You must Follow us on Instagram.
(2) Tag two friends in your comment so they can follow us and enter too.
(3) This answer isn’t mandatory, but tell us your tips and tricks for staying organized.
Sign up for our newsletter and automatically be entered for a second chance to win.
Plus, you’ll find out when the next Helms Fresh Perk drops. Good luck!

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Rules & Regs
No purchase is required to enter.
Winners will be selected randomly, contacted after each giveaway closes, and announced in our comments on Instagram.
Open to US residents only, 18 years and older. By entering, entrants confirm they are at least 18+ years of age.
This is a “GIVEAWAY” and is not eligible for return, refund, or exchange at any of our showrooms or restaurants.
The “Fresh Perks” giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram. Entrants release Instagram and all brands of all responsibility and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.
One entry per Instagram user. Duplicate entries will not be considered.
This giveaway is open to residents of Los Angeles County.

LA Center of Photography Art Exhibition
2025-05-01 18:30 - 20:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Join us in welcoming Los Angeles Center of Photography for the opening reception and panel discussion of Thresholds 2025: The Bold Edition on Thursday, May 1st from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The exhibition features works by international street photographers and offers an expanded view of the world and street photography as a practice. This juried annual open call brings together sights and visions for a virtual exhibition and a month-long projection-based exhibition at the Helms Design Center in Culver City, to be viewed street side every night from 8:00 pm to 2:00 am.
Top Prize Winners
First Place – Thouly Dosios
Second Place – Gordon Ownby
Third Place – Josh Bergeron
Honorable Mentions
Anna Rose Barker, Blanca Cruz, Chris Gamez, Danielle Goldstein, James T Gunderson, Rohitha Gunetilleke, Kate Hassett, Nina Quỳnh-Anh Hồ, Jasmine Hsu, Mark Indig, James Kao, Paul Kessel, Suz Lipman, Greg Lutze, Nina Menconi, Chad Nelson, John Nilsson, Rollence Patugan, Kausik Paul, michael rababy, Leslie Rosenthal, Karen Safer, Jason Santiago, William Mark Sommer, Jay G. Thornton, Edwin Umana, Jon Wollenhaupt
Juror
Kara Felt, Ph.D., is the Lawrence S. Friedman Curator of Photographic Arts at The San Diego Museum of Art
Photo Credit: First Place Winner, Thouly Dosios, MLK Day Parade

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Arcana x Burntsienna Artbook Review
2025-05-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Arcana: Books on the Arts, 8675 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA, 90232
Join Arcana: Books on the Arts for an artbook review with Jason E.C. Wright, Director of Burntsienna Research Society.
This installation focuses on Architecture, Fashion, or Product Design (special artbooks or periodicals), a programme for artbook collectors and creative professionals to engage with collected artbooks and each other. Guests are invited to bring up to two (2) artbooks, design books, or periodicals from their own collections to share on Arcana’s long display tables.
Each programme begins with a formal review of two (2) books from the Burntsienna Research Library – moderated by Jason E.C. Wright – followed by each guest sharing a bit about what they’ve brought, and how each title offers special reference or inspiration for their practice. For the remaining time you’re invited to flip through the books on display, to read quietly, to make notes or take reference photos, and to personally engage with creative professionals of different disciplines.
We look forward to welcoming you at Arcana Books and Helms Bakery District.
This is a ticketed event: $25, limited to 18 spaces.
Guest passes for design students available; request here.
Ticket proceeds benefit the Burntsienna Research Library and Collections.

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UPLIFT: A Fire Relief Art Exhibition and Benefit
2025-05-13 16:00 - 20:00 | Washington Corridor Gallery, 8723 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232, United States
Please join us at the Washington Corridor Gallery on May 13th from 4:00 to 8:00 pm for the opening of UPLIFT, a fire relief art exhibition and benefit with works from the national membership of the Society of Layerists in Multi-Media (SLMM). UPLIFT includes 12”x12” works on paper from the national membership of the SLMM and additional works by L.A. artists.
100% of artwork sales will be donated to provide direct relief to artists affected by the Palisades, Altadena, and Malibu Fires.
Opening Reception: Tuesday, May 13th, 4:00 to 8:00 pm
Closing Reception: Sunday, May 18th, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Exhibition Dates: May 14 to May 17, by appointment. Contact Rachel X via email at rachelxarts@gmail.com.
Artwork Credit:”Ascend” by Rachel X

Sunshine Makers Market Pops Up on May 17
2025-05-17 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Walk, 3270 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034
Sunshine Makers Market pops up at Helms Design District on Saturday, May 17th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. If you haven’t stopped by during one of our market days, you are in for a treat! Their collective of fabulous artisans and makers creates a wonderful day of shopping small and local. Plus enjoy music from DJ Benofficial, who will be mixing it up on Helms Avenue to keep things fun and the energy flowing.
This event is free and open to the public.

A partial list of participating artisans and activations:
Little Chimes
Fox & The Empress Tarot
Chain of Influence
Candle By Design
Robyn Rhodes jewelry
Hey Taylor Gage
Gabriela Michele
Blooming Barista LA
Wuitusu
Oven & Eve
Gypsy Moon House
My Ceramic Zoo
Titty City Design
Be bindaas
Linda’s Crafts
My Tea Therapy
Terra Art Shop

Upcoming Dates
June 28th
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th (Culver City Art Walk)
November 22nd
December 20th

UPLIFT: A Fire Relief Art Exhibition Closing Event
2025-05-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Washington Corridor Gallery, 8723 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232, United States
Please join us at the Washington Corridor Gallery on May 18th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm for the closing of UPLIFT, a fire relief art exhibition and benefit with works from the national membership of the Society of Layerists in Multi-Media (SLMM). UPLIFT includes 12”x12” works on paper from the national membership of the SLMM and additional works by L.A. artists.
100% of artwork sales will be donated to provide direct relief to artists affected by the Palisades, Altadena, and Malibu Fires.
Closing Reception: Sunday, May 18th, 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Exhibition Dates: May 14 to May 17, by appointment. Contact Rachel X via email at rachelxarts@gmail.com.
Artwork Credit:”Ascend” by Rachel X

A reception, lecture, and Q+A discussion with Sam Pepper and Justin Cua of Lincoln Property Company
2025-05-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Please join us on Tuesday, May 20th, 6:30-8:30 pm, for a reception, lecture, and Q+A discussion with Sam Pepper and Justin Cua of Lincoln Property Company.
In collaboration with the Helms Design District and the Cal Poly SLO/LA Metro Program in Architecture and Urban Design
Helms Design Center
8745 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Free Parking is available at the corner of Helms Ave. and Venice Blvd.
Lecture is Free and Open to the Public with RSVP
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Sam Pepper and Justin Cua
Sam Pepper, Vice President of Development at Lincoln Property Company, co-leads development across the Los Angeles region. He is responsible for managing the execution of ground-up projects including entitlements, design, permitting and construction, across a range of product types including mixed-use, residential, and commercial. He plays a key role in advancing Lincoln’s development pipeline and cultivating strategic partnerships throughout Los Angeles.
With over 14 years of experience in commercial real estate, Sam brings a unique blend of development, design, and project management expertise. Prior to joining Lincoln, he worked at Alloy Development and SHoP Architects in New York City, where he led the design and delivery of large-scale urban infill projects. Sam holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia and a Master’s in Real Estate Development and Finance from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has been a licensed architect in the State of New York since 2018.
Justin Cua, Vice President of Development at Lincoln Property Company, co-leads Lincoln’s development business in the Los Angeles region, focusing on the execution of first- and third-party projects. He is responsible for leadings teams, expanding the business, and managing the due diligence, design, entitlements, permitting, and construction phases for commercial developments. During his time at the company, he has managed over 3M square feet of multifamily, industrial, and athletic facility ground-up projects, totaling in over $1B in development budgets.
Prior to joining Lincoln, Justin worked as an architect at award-winning firms in Los Angeles. As an architect, he designed large ground-up mixed-use developments for institutional real estate clients in across the country. He received his Master’s of Real Estate Development from the University of Southern California and his Bachelor’s of Architecture Degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. He is a licensed architect is the state of California.
Founded in Dallas, Texas in 1965, Lincoln Property Company consistently ranks among the top managers and top developers of office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use properties in major global markets, and is a leading, trusted advisor for investors and occupiers across industries.

Introduced and moderated by Stephen Phillips, FAIA, PhD, of Stephen Phillips Architects (SPARCHS) and professor, director, Cal Poly LA Metro Program in Architecture and Urban Design (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo).

Photos (top) C06 Welcome Center; (above) Sam Pepper and Justin Cua

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Design Talk: Poul Henningsen
2025-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Join us for a conversation with landscape architect, Lisa Gimmy on the innovative and multi-faceted career of Danish design icon, architect, inventor, provocateur and placemaker, Poul Henningsen.
Refreshments will be served. RSVP below or email afrederiksen@plpsocal.com.

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ABOUT LISA GIMMY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Since its founding in 1992, LGLA has been responsible for the planning and design of a wide range of projects including campuses, healthcare facilities, boutique hotels and many private gardens.
Founding principal Lisa Gimmy’s passion for design history led to LGLA’s selection to create landscapes for modernist homes by Carl Maston, Richard Neutra, Rob Quigley, and Eugene Kinn Choy, and to the creation of a courtyard garden for an 18th century building in Antigua, Guatemala. LGLA helmed the landscape restoration of the landmark Hindry House and recently completed the renovation of the landscape for a 1910 Sylvanus Marston Craftsman home, both in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Pasadena, California. LGLA has long promoted sustainable and regionally appropriate solutions to projects regardless of complexity or scale. Designs evolve from a respect for cultural and historical contexts and reflect the qualities of the site and client goals.

CANCELLED: At a Crossroads: Rethinking Our Regional Approach to Homelessness
2025-05-29 07:45 - 09:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
We regret to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances, Westside Urban Forum must cancel this event. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
On Thursday, May 29, please join Westside Urban Forum inside the Helms Design Center, for a discussion of the tectonic shifts that are transforming the region’s current approach to managing homelessness. From funding cuts and executive scrutiny to new innovations and administrative overhaul, one thing is certain: things are changing, and changing fast.
7:45 – 8:30 AM: Breakfast and Networking
8:30 – 9:30 AM: Panel
The panelists will debate whether these changes are a net negative or positive for the region and what we should expect to see in the coming months and years.
Panelists:
Brittney Weissman, Executive Director, Hollywood 4WRD
Kathleen Rawson, President & CEO, The Hollywood Partnership
Louis Abramson, Adjust Staff Member, RAND Corporation
Steve Sawicki, Senior Director of Housing Development, The People Concern
Tickets: $65

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A reception, lecture, and Q+A discussion with Barbara Bestor of Bestor Architecture
2025-05-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Please join us on Thursday, May 29th, 6:30-8:30 pm, for a reception, lecture, and Q+A discussion with Barbara Bestor.
In collaboration with the Helms Design District and the Cal Poly SLO/LA Metro Program in Architecture and Urban Design
Helms Design Center
8745 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Free Parking is available at the corner of Helms Ave. and Venice Blvd.
Lecture is Free and Open to the Public with RSVP

Barbara Bestor, FAIA is the principal and founder of Bestor Architecture. Barbara’s award-winning studio is recognized for experimental architecture that engages the city through design, art, and urbanism. She believes that good design creates an engaged urban life by creating “strange beauty” that enhances everyday life experience.
The studio’s work reinterprets modernism for contemporary living and cultural activities. Projects include: Ashes & Diamonds Winery in Napa, LACMA’s Scandinavian Design and the US exhibit, Intelligentsia in Silverlake, the Silverlake Conservatory of Music, the new Summaeverthang Community Center in South LA, the restoration of Lautner, Schindler, and other iconic modern masterpieces, and new buildings at the historic Sunnylands compound in Rancho Mirage.
Barbara’s career is punctuated with inventive projects in a wide breadth of typologies. She has designed new ways of creating accessible urbanism in her “stealth density” Blackbirds housing, retail and restaurant flagships, dynamic workspaces for Beats By Dre and Snap, and pioneering arts projects that are deeply rooted in their communities and cultural context.
She received her undergraduate degree at Harvard University, studied at the Architecture Association in London and received a MARCH at SCI-Arc. She is the author of Bohemian Modern, Living in Silver Lake.
See more of her work at bestorarchitecture.com

Introduced and moderated by Stephen Phillips, FAIA, PhD, of Stephen Phillips Architects (SPARCHS) and professor, director, Cal Poly LA Metro Program in Architecture and Urban Design (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo).

Photos: (Top) Blackbirds by Bestor Architecture; (Above, left to right): Barbara Bestor © Joshua White; Hilltop Residence © Bruce Damonte

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Fresh Perks: June Instagram Giveaway
2025-06-01 09:00 - 2025-06-30 17:00 | Online, CA
Donuts & Mugs from Helms Bakery
Enter June 1 – June 30
Our Fresh Perks Giveaway for June comes from our friends at Helms Bakery, in celebration of National Donut Day. Enter-to-Win a dozen donuts and two Helms Bakery mugs, the perfect cup for your hot beverage of choice. Helms Bakery offers delicious options for your coffee break, lunch break or any-time-break, with a large selection of pastries, pies, cakes, cookies, and more!
This Fresh Perks giveaway runs from June 1st at 9:00 am through June 30th at 5:00 pm. One lucky winner will be contacted after the end of the giveaway.
We appreciate you for choosing Helms Design District as your go-to design hub, your shopping destination, and a favorite spot to dine. Thank you for spending time with us throughout the entire year and thank you for always showing up.

To enter is simple:
(1) You must Follow us on Instagram.
(2) Tag two friends in your comment so they can follow us and enter too.
(3) This answer isn’t mandatory, but tell us your all-time favorite type of donut.
Sign up for our newsletter and automatically be entered for a second chance to win.
Plus, you’ll find out when the next Helms Fresh Perk drops. Good luck!

ENTER ON INSTAGRAM

Rules & Regs
No purchase is required to enter.
Winners will be selected randomly, contacted after each giveaway closes, and announced in our comments on Instagram.
Open to US residents only, 18 years and older. By entering, entrants confirm they are at least 18+ years of age.
This is a “GIVEAWAY” and is not eligible for return, refund, or exchange at any of our showrooms or restaurants.
The “Fresh Perks” giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram. Entrants release Instagram and all brands of all responsibility and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.
One entry per Instagram user. Duplicate entries will not be considered.
This giveaway is open to residents of Los Angeles County.

A reception, lecture, and Q+A discussion with Leon Rost, AIA of BIG | Bjarke Ingels Group
2025-06-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
Please join us on Thursday, June 5th, 6:30-8:30 pm, for a reception, lecture, and Q+A discussion with Leon Rost, Partner at Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG).
In collaboration with the Helms Design District and the Cal Poly SLO/LA Metro Program in Architecture and Urban Design
Helms Design Center
8745 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
Free Parking is available at the corner of Helms Ave. and Venice Blvd.
Lecture is Free and Open to the Public with RSVP

Leon Rost, AIA is a Partner at Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) and leads the Los Angeles office, overseeing projects that span large-scale masterplans, workplaces, higher education, and residential design.
He oversaw the design of 3 million square feet within Google’s next-generation campus—home to Google Gemini—reimagining the Silicon Valley workplace as a flexible, sustainable, and human-centered environment. He also played a key role in the Athletics Ballpark Masterplan, shaping a vision for an integrated sports district. Additionally, Leon led the visioning of Toyota’s Woven City, a prototype smart city exploring the future of mobility, robotics, and urban life.
His expertise in institutional and campus planning includes work on the UC San Diego and Claremont McKenna College campuses, integrating architecture with campus design. His leadership on the Johns Hopkins University Student Center, the university’s first mass timber structure, has shaped a dynamic hub for academic and social life.
Beyond large-scale projects, Leon has a strong focus on residential and hospitality design. His work on private homes along the Pacific Coast and Not A Hotel in Setouchi, Japan, creates bespoke spaces deeply connected to their surroundings.
Leon’s projects shape how people live, learn, work, and gather, from urban-scale developments to private homes.

Introduced and moderated by Stephen Phillips, FAIA, PhD, of Stephen Phillips Architects (SPARCHS) and professor, director, Cal Poly LA Metro Program in Architecture and Urban Design (California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo).

Photos: (Top) Google Bay View © Iwan Baan; (Above, left to right) Leon Rost © Bruce Damonte; Toyota Woven City © Squint Opera Ltd; (Below) Johns Hopkins Student Center ©BIG

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Arcana Book Signing + Discussion with Photographer Eric Kroll: Hardcore: A Photo/Journal
2025-06-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Arcana: Books on the Arts, 8675 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA, 90232
On Saturday, June 7th from 4 until 6 PM, Arcana: Books on the Arts will host esteemed photographer Eric Kroll to celebrate the publication of HARDCORE: A Photo/Journal — a striking new photobook by Eric Kroll featuring rare and intimate photographs taken during the shooting of Paul Schrader’s cult 1979 film. This new publication from Timeless Edition takes you deep into the world behind the camera: the set, the atmosphere, and the many individuals — technicians, casting director, actors and non-actors alike — that accompanied or inspired Kroll throughout the shoot. More than a simple behind-the-scenes document, HARDCORE also includes the photographer’s own reflections, commentary and a recent interview he conducted with adult film actress Serena. The book also features a foreword from Paul Schrader accompanied by a rare text he penned in 1978 for a publishing project about the film that was never completed. Together, these elements reveal a deeply personal and unexpectedly intimate perspective on the film and on the porn film industry at the end of the 1970s.
If you cannot attend and would like to purchase a SIGNED copy of Hardcore, please place your order below.
Join Arcana on June 7th for good talk, good books, and free libations. All are welcome!

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Cars & Coffee - Summer 2025 Edition
2025-06-08 08:00 - 10:00 | Helms Bakery, 3220 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034, United States
Do you love cars? Meet fellow enthusiasts and collectors at the next Cars & Coffee event at the Helms Bakery, hosted by Chef Sang Yoon and Jonny Lieberman. Helms has lots of free, onsite parking available.
What a great way to spend a Sunday morning. Get here early to secure a spot for your cool whip!

Join L.A. GOAL for Junktion, an Integrated Art Exhibition
2025-06-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Design Center, 8745 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232
L.A. GOAL, Inside Out Productions, and Helms Design District team up to host Junktion, an Integrated Art Show on Saturday, June 21st from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, celebrating innovation and sustainability in artmaking. We believe in the power of the arts to transform lives and proudly host the exhibition that highlights artists of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds.
Join us at this very special, one day exhibition. For more information, as well as information on how to submit your piece for Junktion, please click the link below.
Art submissions for Junktion are open from March 28th to May 25th

ART SUBMISSION FORM & MORE INFO

Los Angeles Design Festival 2025
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-29 | Helms Design District, 8800 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90034, United States
Helms Design District is proud to be the Westside anchor for the 2025 Los Angeles Design Festival: Design Futurism, taking place June 26-29 at locations across the city.

Design Futurism isn’t about predicting the future—it’s about creating it.
When envisioning the future, design is inherently a part of our collective imagination: a tool for reimagining how we connect, create, and challenge existing narratives. This concept expands beyond the exploration of technological spectacle. Design Futurism is a solution-oriented exploration of human potential.In 2025, LADF invites you to explore Design Futurism through various lenses of our collective human experiences.
Design informs every aspect of our present lives, guiding us towards and through thoughtful experiences. The impact of forward thinking design is tangible in the smallest portions of our everyday practices through global experiences and products.
We’re gathering the misfits, the dreamers, and the radical thinkers who recognize design as a key to unlock the possibilities of an intentional future. Design Futurism is more than a concept; it’s a multidisciplinary call to action to explore connections between past, present and the creation of an optimistic future.We’re inviting the LA community to, to show up curious, to experiment, and to make connections between what is and what could be.
Join us to create a future where creativity meets purpose, and design is the key to unlocking new possibilities.

Click below for a full schedule of events and activities at Helms!

HELMS EVENT SCHEDULE

Visit the LA Design Festival site for a list of events at all locations citywide.

LA DESIGN FESTIVAL SITE

Sunshine Makers Market Pops Up on June 28
2025-06-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Walk, 3270 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034
Sunshine Makers Market pops up at Helms Design District for a special Saturday event during LA Design Festival. Their collective of fabulous artisans and makers create a wonderful day of shopping small and local.
This event is free and open to the public.

A partial list of participating artisans and activations:
Argyle Apothecary
Be Bindaas
Choice Blooms
Cosa
DIPHDA
Fox & The Empress Tarot
Gifted by FreeFrom
Gray Dog Studios
Gypsy Moon House
Hey Taylor Gage
Julie Griffin Design
Linda’s Crafts
Little Chimes
My Ceramic Zoo
Olive Blanche Handmade
Robyn Rhodes jewelry
The Whole 9
Xtraordinary Flair

Upcoming Dates
July 19th
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th (Culver City Art Walk)
November 22nd
December 20th

Fresh Perks: July Instagram Giveaway
2025-07-01 09:00 - 2025-07-31 17:00 | Online, CA
Eames Plywood Mobile by Vitra, from Jules Seltzer Associates
Enter July 1 – July 31
Our Fresh Perks Giveaway for July comes from our friends at Jules Seltzer Associates. Enter-to-Win this striking Plywood Mobile from Vitra, designed by Charles and Ray Eames.
In the early 1940s, Charles and Ray Eames conducted a series of experiments for the purpose of refining their plywood moulding techniques. These investigations led to the creation of two objects whose biomorphic shapes are strongly reminiscent of Ray’s artwork and graphics. The Eameses hung them as mobiles from the ceiling of their Los Angeles apartment.
Each Plywood Mobile consists of two abstract, organically shaped plywood elements that playfully revolve around one another.

This Fresh Perks giveaway runs from July 1st at 9:00 am through July 31st at 5:00 pm. One lucky winner will be contacted after the end of the giveaway.
We appreciate you for choosing Helms Design District as your go-to design hub, your shopping destination, and a favorite spot to dine. Thank you for spending time with us throughout the entire year and thank you for always showing up.

To enter is simple:
(1) You must Follow us on Instagram.
(2) Tag two friends in your comment so they can follow us and enter too.
(3) This answer isn’t mandatory, but tell us your favorite Eames product or project.
Sign up for our newsletter and automatically be entered for a second chance to win.
Plus, you’ll find out when the next Helms Fresh Perk drops. Good luck!

ENTER ON INSTAGRAM

Rules & Regs
No purchase is required to enter.
Winners will be selected randomly, contacted after each giveaway closes, and announced in our comments on Instagram.
Open to US residents only, 18 years and older. By entering, entrants confirm they are at least 18+ years of age.
This is a “GIVEAWAY” and is not eligible for return, refund, or exchange at any of our showrooms or restaurants.
The “Fresh Perks” giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram. Entrants release Instagram and all brands of all responsibility and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.
One entry per Instagram user. Duplicate entries will not be considered.
This giveaway is open to residents of Los Angeles County.

Sunshine Makers Market Pops Up on July 19
2025-07-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Helms Walk, 3270 Helms Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90034
Sunshine Makers Market pops up at Helms Design District every third Saturday. Their collective of fabulous artisans and makers create a wonderful day of shopping small and local.
This event is free and open to the public.

Sign up for this special Makers Class happening during the Market.
Join us for our newest installment of #MakersClasses at Helms Design District with our exciting new collaboration with Corey Kraft of Proudly Krafted — they’ll be setting up at our market on July 19th with a table of ceramics for you to scratch out your own designs on and make your own creation!
Space is limited. Click for tickets.

A partial list of participating artisans and activations:
Little Chimes
Fox & The Empress Tarot
My Pretty Babi
Made by Good Karma
Cindy Tolhurst
By Loren
Hey Taylor Gage
Mana Bakery
NEFER BEAUTY
Elisha Holden Studio
MADE by DWC
Gabriela Michele
Zlata Key
Kelsea’s Craft Table
Mara the Label
Blonde Peacock
Mahogany Dreams
DIPHDA
Recyclicious
Lucky Locks LA
Upcoming Dates
August 16th
September 20th
October 18th (Culver City Art Walk)
November 22nd
December 20th
