Bellevue Ventures, LLC
Pasadena, CA
Retail/Whole Foods Market
2008 Gold Nugget Awards
The west coast flagship for Whole Foods finds itself in the heart of Pasadena’s Arroyo Parkway. This model of sustainable design is situated on the east side of the Metro Rail Gold Line and just north of the city’s new Metro Rail Station. Its unique and contemporary design complements an existing historical structure providing 90,000 SF on two levels with 3 levels of subterranean parking. Skylights bathe light to spaces containing everything from organic offerings to dining experiences. Loading and servicing are seamlessly hidden within the rear of the building, allowing the front two sides to show off a charming restoration of the existing building.