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Commission approves fold-up storefront opening at 113 West Beverly for new tenants
Summary
Owner Johan Westenberger and partner Machtelt Schreymaier received approval for a lower-iteration fold-up window and new opening at 113 W. Beverly, intended for new tenant Ciders from Mars; commissioners judged the design compatible with the building (constructed 1983) and discussed awning materials to follow.
Johan Westenberger and Machtelt Schreymaier described proposed storefront alterations at 113 West Beverly Street to accommodate new tenants (Ciders from Mars). The applicants presented two iterations; commissioners and staff favored the lower (fold-up) iteration because it maintains the proportions of the non-contributing 1983 building and avoids safety and leakage concerns flagged for the upper folding-glass iteration.
Commission discussion focused on sight lines, safety (folding panels projecting into the street), materials and awning treatment. One commissioner noted potential leakage and durability problems with vertical folding glass and safety risks if panels extend into a pedestrianized street. The commission approved a certificate of appropriateness for the lower iteration (fold-up window) and the new opening, noting awning details are exempt from COA review unless permanent structural elements are proposed. The applicants said they will return with final awning materials and details.
