Located in the heart of Echo Park, the upcoming development at 1666 N Alvarado redefines urban living. It is designed to offer contemporary home designs while maintaining neighborhood charm. The development ensures efficient use of space on a subdivided lot, emphasizing both aesthetics and functionality. Residents will enjoy a vibrant, modern neighborhood.
Highlights
- The subdivision creates five new small lots with an additional 4,500 square feet.
- The vacating part of Effie Street enhances project site efficiency.
- The project is being led by Blue Ribbon LLC with applicant Joanne Kootsikas.
Project Vision and Application Process
The project involves a small lot subdivision at 1666 N Alvarado under case number VTT-84834-SL-VHCA. The project will create five separate small lots. A part of Effie Street is proposed to be vacated to increase the size of the project site by about 4,500 square feet.
Applicant Joanne Kootsikas of Blue Ribbon LLC 401K PSP, represented by George Andrews, has applied for the purpose of facilitating urban renewal. The plan addresses modern urban design needs while ensuring alignment with city planning guidelines. The case was officially submitted on May 9, 2025.
Unique Features and Design Elements
Featuring contemporary architecture, the project intends to make maximum use of every available square foot. The subdivision of the small lot into five new sections highlights a creative solution to city space. Vacating part of Effie Street adds approximately 4,500 square feet to the project site. Such features emphasize functionality and visual simplicity.
Exploring Echo Park’s Lifestyle and Community Spirit
Alongside the 1666 N. Alvarado project, a surrounding development at 1655 N. Allesandro Street adds to the urban narrative of Echo Park. The five-story new structure replaces a warehouse and will feature 41 one- and two-bedroom units atop an at-grade parking lot for 35 vehicles.
The development, initially announced on February 5, 2022, benefits from Transit Oriented Communities incentives that permit a larger building design while retaining four of its units for extremely low-income affordable housing.
Echo Park is renowned for its urban vitality and creative vibe. The area is rich with community activities and local businesses, offering a lively setting for new inhabitants. The 1666 N Alvarado project demonstrates contemporary urban revitalization. The development promises enhanced local living and cityscapes.
