Santa Monica, CA

BUDGET: $55M

A beachfront oasis located along the iconic Santa Monica coast, the Regent Santa Monica overlooks the tranquil sandy beaches of the Pacific Ocean and is just steps away from the famous Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade, luxury boutiques and fine dining.

In July 2023, Continental Contractors began the massive undertaking of renovating the former Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel into The Regent Santa Monica, welcoming the flagship brand to the Golden State in opulent style. The extensive transformation involved a top-to-bottom renovation of the hotel guestrooms and select public areas, all of which required meticulous attention to detail and a vast amount of expertise.

A large part of the design vision was a strategic reduction of guestrooms from 350 to 167, which allowed for the creation of spacious suites, each with their own unique, signature styles. The renovation required removal of demising walls to form two-bay suites, and construction of 34 expanded suites, which now offer up to 3,200 square feet of private luxury.

Each of the reimagined guestrooms received complete upgrades, including new metal stud framing, state-of-the-art mechanical and plumbing systems, as well as California Title 24-compliant electrical and lighting installations, which included smart thermostats and occupancy controls. High-quality finishes like new tile flooring, elegant wallcoverings, and custom furnishing were installed throughout. All guestrooms received new sliding balcony doors with modified glass railings for enhanced aesthetics and safety. Guest bathrooms were fitted with multi-fixture showers, soaking tubs, and floor-to-ceiling marble finishes, enhancing the guest experience.

Public space renovations included the conversion of underutilized meeting spaces into a sophisticated arrival and departure lounge on the hotel’s 7th and 8th floors as well as a new bridal suite for this popular wedding destination. These newly imagined areas required the installation of restroom facilities that were designed and constructed from the ground up. Continental also used their expertise for the complete renovation of public area restrooms from the fifth floor and above.

During this massive renovation project, Continental Contractors worked diligently to create ten new luxury suites, each crafted with the precision detail and careful attention of building a custom home. The creation of these specialty suites showcases Continental’s ability to deliver highly customized, complex construction solutions. In total, the suites feature more than 30 distinct types of stone, bespoke furnishings, high-end kitchens, and multiple guest bathrooms, all contributing to a luxurious and unique stay for guests.

The renovation of the new Regent Santa Monica was completed by the Continental Contractors team in September 2024. The total project spanned 16 months, with a construction value of $55M

Read more about how Continental created ten unique, luxury suites at the Regent Santa Monica as part of this extensive renovation here.

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