Reimagining Camera Obscura

The City of Santa Monica is seeking proposals from qualified persons or firms to reimagine the Camera Obscura Building, a historic landmark located in Palisades Park. The project involves converting approximately 5,000 SF of existing recreation and art studio space into an event venue that would be desirable to a National Olympic Committee for use leading up to and during the 2028 Olympics. The selected proposer will be required to develop initial concepts for the conversion and provide a detailed proposal outlining their approach, experience, and qualifications. • The project requires experience in hospitality, adaptive reuse, and/or historic preservation. • The selected proposer will be required to provide a detailed proposal outlining their approach, experience, and qualifications. • The City of Santa Monica is seeking a proposer who can provide a high-quality event venue that meets the needs of a National Olympic Committee. • The project involves working with a historic landmark, and the selected proposer must be sensitive to the building's historic significance. • The City of Santa Monica is committed to ensuring that the selected proposer complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Living Wage Ordinance and the Oaks Initiative.