The Charlie-Echo Park

Project Overview

The Charlie, Echo Park is a boutique multifamily residential community located where Echo Park meets Downtown Los Angeles. The development features 53 luxury apartment homes with contemporary architecture, thoughtfully designed amenity spaces, and panoramic rooftop views of the Downtown Los Angeles skyline.

Developed by LaTerra Development, the community offers modern residences complemented by a sophisticated lobby, flexible gathering spaces, wellness amenities, and an expansive rooftop deck overlooking the city.

Client: LaTerra Development, Magnetar & BMO

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 at the beginning of the framing phase after the original contractor was unable to complete construction.

• Stabilized the project following the contractor transition and managed the remaining construction through successful completion and owner turnover.

• Navigated COVID-related labor shortages and operational challenges while maintaining focus on project quality, schedule, and execution.

• Successfully delivered the development with an approximate $20 million construction hard cost.

• Completed construction and owner turnover in March 2022.

• Delivered a high-quality residential community in one of Los Angeles' most sought-after urban neighborhoods.

Project Features

• 53 luxury apartment homes

• Five levels of Type III construction over two levels of Type I construction

• One level of below-grade parking

• Expansive rooftop deck with panoramic Downtown Los Angeles skyline views

• Resident clubhouse and gathering spaces

• Flexible indoor amenity areas

• Wellness-focused resident amenities

• Contemporary Scandinavian-inspired architectural design

• Boutique lobby experience

• Convenient access to Highways 101 and I-110

Construction Approach

LT Building Corp initially served as Construction Manager and Owner's Representative for LaTerra Development. During construction, when the original general contractor was unable to successfully complete the project due to COVID-related staffing and performance challenges, LT Building Corp stepped into the General Contractor role at the beginning of the framing phase.

The team assumed responsibility for the remaining construction, managing project execution, contractor coordination, quality, schedule, and completion through final owner turnover. This transition allowed LT Building Corp to bring the project through the remaining phases of construction and successfully deliver the completed development.