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Caruso Makes Creative Office Play

GLENDALE, CA—The well-known retail and multifamily developer buys a historic landmark and two adjacent buildings with plans to build a mixed-use creative office space.

By Kelsi Maree Borland | Updated on April 10, 2015

GLENDALE, CA—Local developer Caruso Affiliated has entered the creative office space. The developer, which is known for its retail and residential developments, has purchased the Masonic Temple, a historic landmark, a vacant lot and two adjacent buildings from Frank De Pietro and Sons with plans to build a creative office property. The property will also include some retail and restaurants. The purchase price was not disclosed.

“The Masonic Temple is a local architectural gem, in a vibrant part of Glendale, right across from the Americana at Brand,” Matt Middlebrook, EVP of development of Caruso Development, tells GlobeSt.com. “The history and location present a great opportunity for street retail, dining and office space with the ability to ensure the long-term preservation of a quintessential Glendale art deco tower. We want to celebrate the historic aspect of the Masonic Temple. We are envisioning the Masonic Temple as mixed-use with office and ground-floor retail or dining experience.”

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