The Charlie, Santa Monica II

Project Overview

The Charlie, Santa Monica II is a mixed-use residential development located in the heart of Santa Monica's Media District. The project features 50 luxury apartment homes and approximately 10,300 square feet of ground-floor retail, combining boutique urban living with thoughtfully designed amenities and convenient access to one of Southern California's most desirable employment and entertainment hubs.

The community offers nearly 12,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor resident amenities, including a rooftop pool, expansive rooftop deck, landscaped courtyards, fitness facilities, co-working spaces, and resident gathering areas.

Client: LaTerra Development, AEW Capital Management & JP Morgan

LT Building Corp's Role: Construction Manager & Owner's Representative | General Contractor – Project Takeover & Completion

Project Highlights

• Successfully assumed the General Contractor role and took control of the project after the original contractor was unable to complete construction due to COVID-related labor shortages and operational challenges.

• Managed the contractor transition while maintaining project quality, schedule, and construction momentum.

• Completed the remaining residential, retail, parking, and amenity work through final owner turnover.

• Delivered the project with an approximate $29 million construction hard cost.

• Successfully completed construction and achieved project delivery in June 2023.

Project Features

• 50 luxury apartment homes

• Approximately 10,300 square feet of street-level retail

• Two levels of Type III construction over three levels of Type I construction

• Two levels of below-grade parking

• Nearly 12,000 square feet of resident amenities

• 20' x 23' rooftop swimming pool

• Expansive 5,000-square-foot rooftop deck

• Indoor/outdoor fitness center

• California-style resident clubhouse

• Private co-working alcove

• Landscaped courtyards

• Pet-friendly recreation area

• Outdoor dining, gaming, and lounge spaces

• Electric vehicle charging stations

• Secure package lockers and bicycle storage

• Located in Santa Monica's Media District near Bergamot Station, the Expo Line, and major entertainment and technology employers

Construction Approach

LT Building Corp initially served as Construction Manager and Owner's Representative for LaTerra Development. During construction, after the original general contractor was unable to complete the project due to COVID-related staffing and performance challenges, LT Building Corp stepped into the General Contractor role and assumed responsibility for completing the development.

The team managed the contractor transition while maintaining construction momentum and coordinated completion of the remaining residential, retail, parking, and amenity spaces through final construction, occupancy, and owner turnover.