November 26, 2011 - December 10, 2011 — Los Angeles, CA
December 10, 2011 — A hotel room at the Grafton on Sunset in Hollywood, California, features two beds with zebra-print comforters and large-scale photographic art on the walls. The Grafton on Sunset, located on the famed Sunset Strip, has a history tied to the entertainment industry and the vibrant culture of Los Angeles. The hotel's design often reflects the bold and glamorous aesthetic associated with Hollywood's past and present.December 10, 2011 — Sunken City, a neighborhood in San Pedro, Los Angeles, California, was once a thriving residential area. In 1929, a massive landslide caused much of the neighborhood to slide into the Pacific Ocean, leading to its abandonment. The area is now a popular spot for urban exploration and offers views of the coastline and the Port of Los Angeles breakwater. The remaining structures and debris serve as a stark reminder of the geological forces that reshaped the coastline.November 26, 2011 — The Hollywood Sign, originally erected in 1923 as "HOLLYWOODLAND" to advertise a real estate development, has become a global symbol of the film industry and Los Angeles. The Griffith Observatory, completed in 1935, is visible in the background, offering panoramic views of the city and the sign. The observatory serves as a center for astronomy and public education, and is a significant landmark in the Hollywood Hills.November 26, 2011 — Sunrise over the Los Angeles basin, viewed from Mulholland Drive. This scenic overlook provides a vantage point for observing the sprawling urban environment, including the downtown Los Angeles skyline and the Hollywood Hills. Mulholland Drive itself, completed in 1924, was designed as a scenic parkway to offer panoramic views of the city and the Pacific Ocean, becoming a significant element of Los Angeles's mid-century development and its car-centric culture.
