The Charlie, La Mirada

Project Overview

The Charlie, La Mirada is a boutique multifamily residential development located in La Mirada, California, near the border of Los Angeles and Orange counties. The project features 28 apartment homes designed to provide a highly amenitized residential experience within an intimate community setting.

The development includes thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor amenity spaces, including a resident clubhouse, co-working lounge, business center, and a 3,116-square-foot outdoor activity deck overlooking a scenic creek.

Client: LaTerra Development

LT Building Corp's Role: Construction Manager & Owner's Representative

Project Highlights

• Managed the project on behalf of LaTerra Development from entitlement through construction completion.

• Coordinated construction activities with the third-party general contractor throughout the construction process.

• Managed project schedule, budget, quality, and contractor performance through final owner turnover.

• Oversaw construction with an approximate $8 million construction hard cost.

• Successfully delivered the project in October 2021.

• Helped deliver a boutique residential community positioned near Biola University and surrounding employment centers.

Project Features

• 28 apartment homes

• Two stories of Type IV construction over one level of Type I podium construction

• Resident clubhouse with indoor lounge

• Co-working space and business center

• 3,116-square-foot outdoor amenity deck

• Outdoor dining and BBQ areas

• Fire pits and lounge seating

• Ping pong, cornhole, and outdoor recreation spaces

• Scenic creek views

• Located approximately one mile from Biola University

Construction Approach

LT Building Corp served as Construction Manager and Owner's Representative for LaTerra Development from entitlement through project completion, providing leadership and oversight throughout preconstruction and construction.

Acting as the owner's advocate, LT managed budgets, schedules, contractor coordination, quality control, and overall project execution while coordinating with the third-party general contractor. The team maintained oversight through final construction and owner turnover, successfully delivering the completed residential community in October 2021.