LOS ANGELES

GALLERY GUIDE , Movie Madness

Designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Renzo Piano, the recently opened Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles is the largest institution in the U.S. dedicated to the art and science behind film and filmmaking. The seven-story building features 50,000 square feet of exhibition spaces, the 288-seat Ted Mann Theater, the new Shirley Temple Education Studio, a café and retail space. Connecting to the main Saban Building via glass bridges is a new eye-catching spherical addition that will be home to the state-of-the-art 1,000-seat David Geffen Theater and rooftop Dolby Family Terrace boasting iconic views of the Hollywood Hills. The museum’s opening installations include Stories of Cinema, featuring three floors of archival film, costumes and objects from the Academy’s collections, and The Oscars Experience, an immersive environment allowing visitors to accept an Oscar on the stage at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood just like their favorite actors. academymuseum.org

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FLOWER POWER

As a bustling hub in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles, Row DTLA provides visitors with the ultimate collective of shopping, culinary discoveries and wellness sanctuaries. From holistic treatments at The Bartholomew Method to locally sourced seafood at Rappahannock Oyster Bar, Row DTLA perfectly encompasses the exploratory spirit of the city. The newest tenant, Jean-Pascal Florist, brings a burst of aromatic expression to the district in the form of deluxe hand-tied bouquets, an artfully crafted vase emporium, seasonal topiaries and much more. Montreal-born founder Jean-Pascal Lemire has filled his new studio and retail space with vibrant florals, smooth jazz music and a wide range of candles, books and curiosities to peruse. jeanpascallemire.com

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V IS FOR VENICE

Situated in a 1915 historical building that was once home to legends like Charlie Chaplin and Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle, the Venice V Hotel features one-of-a-kind guest rooms and suites outfitted with custom design details, hardwood floors and modern amenities. Proper Hospitality’s interior design partner Relativity Architects curated the rooms with three themes in mind: bohemian beach culture, an artist’s studio and skate and surf culture. The seven private rooftop bungalows are ideal for short or long-term stays and feature ocean or city views, private entrances, kitchens and original art. With art as a focal point of the property, guests are welcomed into the hotel by a massive lobby mural depicting Venice visionary Abbot Kinney constructed of over 4,000 skateboard wheels that was created by Venice artist Tima Bell. From the carefully restored elevator to the dramatic central grand staircase, the hotel embraces the building’s storied past while offering guests the luxurious comforts they

EAT HERE NOW , A KIWI CONNECTION

With an emphasis on flavor, sustainability and experiential dining, Matū Beverly Hills offers an innovative approach to what a traditional steak restaurant can be. The new boite was inspired by the idea of reconnecting people with the best-tasting beef and celebrating the overall dining experience. The word matū comes from the Māori people of New Zealand and means essence. The streamlined menu fittingly represents the spirit of Wagyu’s Japanese lineage through exceptional cuisine and preparation. Guests can enjoy an omakase-style steak menu showcasing various cuts of beef prepared in different ways. If the five-course Wagyu Dinner of 100 percent grass-fed Wagyu produced by First Light Farms of New Zealand isn’t your speed, Matū also offers an a la carte menu to choose from.

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With an emphasis on both physical and mental recovery, Pause Studio aims to nourish the mind and body through innovative treatments and services. The experiential studio’s newly opened second West Hollywood outpost offers personalized health and wellness plans to help rejuvenate clients matter their needs. Treatment highlights include restorative cryotherapy, revitalizing infrared saunas, meditative flotation therapy and the only private cold plunge/ contrast therapy suite in Los Angeles. A fan-favorite option is the IV Vitamin Drop that delivers vital minerals, amino acids and vitamins directly to the body for maximum absorption and nourishment.

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Personalized dermatology and skincare boutique Facile offers an all-inclusive one-stop shop for clients looking to achieve good skin with minimal effort. Founded by beauty guru Danielle Nadick Levy and dermatologist Dr. Nancy Samolitis, Facile focuses on results-driven treatments to target aging, acne, dark spots and overall skincare maintenance. The third Facile location recently opened on Melrose Place with five treatment rooms, two esthetician rooms, an expanded boutique and new treatment offerings. The carefully curated menu includes minimally invasive services like Fraxel Laser and Microneedle Collagen Facile on Induction Therapy Melrose Place along with no-downtime options like cryo facials and dermaplaning. The elevated new space is a must-visit for high-end skincare services in Los