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Featured Projects

A curated selection of our most iconic metal design and fabrication works — from Beverly Hills estates to Hollywood landmarks. Every piece tells a story of craftsmanship, precision, and Old Hollywood glamour.

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Project Overview

8 Featured Projects

A comprehensive look at the scope, materials, and craftsmanship behind our most celebrated works across Southern California.

📋 Featured Projects — Complete Overview

Project Name Client Location Scope Materials Used Completion Date
Beverly Hills Residence Private Estate Owner Beverly Hills, CA Custom brass staircase, gold leaf elevator doors, Art Deco metal ceiling Brass, 24k Gold Leaf, Bronze, Stainless Steel March 2024
Sunset Strip Nightclub Viper Room Hospitality West Hollywood, CA Copper bar top, brass railings with LED, custom wall panels Copper, Brass, LED-embedded Steel, Acrylic November 2023
Santa Monica Hotel Shore Hotel Group Santa Monica, CA Lobby metal ceiling, brushed bronze elevator lobby, custom signage Brushed Bronze, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Glass July 2023
Hollywood Recording Studio Sunset Sound Studios Hollywood, CA Acoustic metal panels, brass inlay details, vintage-style hardware Perforated Steel, Brass, Bronze, Copper January 2024
Bel Air Estate Gates Private Residence Bel Air, CA Custom wrought iron gates, brass finials, gold-leaf accents Wrought Iron, Brass, Gold Leaf, Steel September 2023
Downtown LA Rooftop Bar Ace Hotel DTLA Downtown Los Angeles, CA Custom metal bar facade, brass tabletops, copper railings Copper, Brass, Steel, Patinated Bronze May 2023
Pasadena Heritage Restaurant The Raymond Restaurant Pasadena, CA Art Deco metal partitions, brass light fixtures, bronze trim Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron, Stained Glass December 2023
Malibu Beachfront Villa Private Residence Malibu, CA Custom aluminum screens, stainless steel railings, bronze door hardware Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Bronze, tempered Glass April 2024
Project Spotlight

✦ Beverly Hills Residence

An opulent private estate in the heart of Beverly Hills — where Old Hollywood grandeur meets contemporary luxury living.

🏠 Project Highlights

📍 Beverly Hills, California
  • Custom Brass Staircase — A sweeping three-story brass staircase with hand-forged balusters and a polished brass handrail. Each baluster features an Art Deco stepped motif, hand-finished by our master craftsmen over 12 weeks.
  • Gold Leaf Elevator Doors — Private elevator doors clad in 24k gold leaf applied over a steel substrate. The doors feature a geometric sunburst pattern inspired by the 1920s Hollywood glamour era.
  • Art Deco Inspired Metal Ceiling — The main hall ceiling features 180 custom-fabricated brass panels in a stepped Art Deco pattern with integrated LED cove lighting. The panels were precision-CNC cut and hand-polished to a mirror finish.

📊 Project Details

📅 Completed March 2024
Client TypePrivate Estate Owner
LocationBeverly Hills, CA 90210
Total ScopeStaircase, Elevator Doors, Ceiling Panels
MaterialsBrass, 24k Gold Leaf, Bronze, Stainless Steel
FinishesPolished Brass, Mirror Finish, Gold Leaf Matte
Design StyleArt Deco / Hollywood Regency
Fabrication Time16 Weeks
Installation3 Weeks
Craftsmen Assigned8 Master Craftsmen
Project Value$680,000
Special TechniquesHand Forging, Gold Leaf Gilding, CNC Precision Cutting, Hand Polishing
Code ComplianceCalifornia Building Code Section 1015 (Guards & Handrails), ADA Standards for Accessible Design
Contractor LicenseC-23 Ornamental Metal Contractor (CSLB)
Project Spotlight

✦ Sunset Strip Nightclub

A high-energy nightclub on the legendary Sunset Strip — where industrial edge meets glamorous nightlife design.

🌙 Project Highlights

📍 West Hollywood, California
  • Copper Bar Top — A 48-foot continuous copper bar top with a hand-hammered finish and sealed patina. The copper surface catches and reflects the club's ambient lighting, creating a warm, luminous centerpiece.
  • Brass Railings with LED Integration — Custom brass railings with integrated color-changing LED strips. The railings wrap the main VIP mezzanine and feature custom-cast brass end caps with the club's logo motif.
  • Custom Metal Wall Panels — 28 perforated brass wall panels arranged in a cascading wave pattern. The panels conceal acoustic insulation while their perforations create dramatic light-play across the main room.

📊 Project Details

📅 Completed November 2023
ClientViper Room Hospitality
LocationWest Hollywood, CA 90069
Total ScopeBar Top, Railings, Wall Panels
MaterialsCopper, Brass, LED-embedded Steel, Acrylic
FinishesHand-Hammered Copper, Brushed Brass, Patina Seal
Design StyleIndustrial Glam / Art Deco Fusion
Fabrication Time10 Weeks
Installation2 Weeks
Craftsmen Assigned6 Master Craftsmen
Project Value$420,000
Special TechniquesHand Hammering, Patina Application, LED Integration, Perforated Metal Fabrication
Code ComplianceCalifornia Building Code (CBC) for commercial assembly occupancies; food-safe sealants for bar top surfaces
Contractor LicenseC-23 Ornamental Metal Contractor (CSLB)
Project Spotlight

✦ Santa Monica Hotel

A beachfront boutique hotel in Santa Monica — blending coastal elegance with striking metal artistry.

🏨 Project Highlights

📍 Santa Monica, California
  • Lobby Metal Ceiling Installation — A 40' × 30' brushed bronze ceiling installation featuring layered geometric panels with concealed ambient lighting. The panels create an illusion of depth and movement as guests walk through the lobby.
  • Brushed Bronze Elevator Lobby — Four elevator banks clad in brushed bronze panels with horizontal brushed grain. Each elevator surround features integrated bronze handrails and custom-etched floor indicators with Art Deco typography.
  • Custom Signage — A 12-foot hotel nameplate in hand-fabricated brass with individually cast letters. The sign features backlit LED illumination with a warm 2700K glow, mounted on a blackened steel backing frame.

📊 Project Details

📅 Completed July 2023
ClientShore Hotel Group
LocationSanta Monica, CA 90401
Total ScopeCeiling, Elevator Lobby, Signage
MaterialsBrushed Bronze, Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Glass
FinishesBrushed Bronze, Satin Aluminum, Blackened Steel
Design StyleCoastal Modern / Art Deco
Fabrication Time12 Weeks
Installation3 Weeks
Craftsmen Assigned7 Master Craftsmen
Project Value$520,000
Special TechniquesCNC Panel Fabrication, Brush Finishing, Cast Lettering, LED Integration
Code ComplianceCalifornia Building Code (CBC), Title 24 energy compliance for LED lighting, ADA elevator lobby requirements
Contractor LicenseC-23 Ornamental Metal Contractor (CSLB)
Project Spotlight

✦ Hollywood Recording Studio

World-class recording facilities in the heart of Hollywood — where acoustic precision meets exquisite metal craftsmanship.

🎵 Project Highlights

📍 Hollywood, California
  • Acoustic Metal Panels — Custom perforated steel panels with precision-engineered hole patterns for optimal sound diffusion and absorption. The panels are powder-coated in matte black with subtle gold pinstripe inlays that catch the studio lighting.
  • Brass Inlay Details — Intricate brass inlay strips embedded into the studio's hardwood flooring and wall panel junctions. The inlays follow the geometric Art Deco patterns, creating a seamless visual flow between the live room and control room.
  • Vintage-Style Metal Hardware — All studio doors feature custom-cast brass handles, hinges, and nameplate holders inspired by 1940s Hollywood recording equipment. The hardware is hand-polished and lacquered to preserve its warm golden patina.

📊 Project Details

📅 Completed January 2024
ClientSunset Sound Studios
LocationHollywood, CA 90028
Total ScopeWall Panels, Brass Inlay, Hardware
MaterialsPerforated Steel, Brass, Bronze, Copper
FinishesMatte Black Powder Coat, Polished Brass, Lacquered Bronze
Design StyleVintage Hollywood / Art Deco
Fabrication Time14 Weeks
Installation2 Weeks
Craftsmen Assigned5 Master Craftsmen
Project Value$380,000
Special TechniquesPerforation Engineering, Hand Inlay, Casting, Patina Aging, Precision Lacquering
Code ComplianceCalifornia Building Code (CBC); acoustic performance tested to meet studio NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient) requirements; fire-rated powder coatings meet ASTM E84 Class A
Contractor LicenseC-23 Ornamental Metal Contractor (CSLB)
Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Hear from the architects, designers, and property owners who trusted BALLESTA METAL with their most important projects.

"BALLESTA METAL transformed our Beverly Hills estate into something out of a Golden Age Hollywood film. The brass staircase is the first thing every guest notices — it stopped them in their tracks. The level of craftsmanship is simply unmatched in Southern California."
Jonathan Whitfield Homeowner, Beverly Hills Residence Project: Beverly Hills Residence
"The copper bar top and brass railings became the signature features of our Sunset Strip venue. BALLESTA METAL understood exactly how to blend durability with high-impact design. Our guests constantly ask about the metalwork — it's become part of the club's identity."
Marco De Luca Operations Director, Viper Room Hospitality Project: Sunset Strip Nightclub
"We needed a statement ceiling that would wow guests the moment they walked into our lobby. BALLESTA METAL delivered a brushed bronze installation that exceeded every expectation. The geometric light-play is stunning, especially at sunset. True artisans."
Catherine Park General Manager, Shore Hotel Santa Monica Project: Santa Monica Hotel
"As a recording studio, acoustic integrity is everything. BALLESTA METAL's perforated panels solved our sound diffusion requirements while adding an elegant visual warmth that our previous metal fabricators could never achieve. The brass inlay work is exquisite."
David Kensington Chief Engineer, Sunset Sound Studios Project: Hollywood Recording Studio