101 Ocean

Santa Monica, California

Built in 1963, 101 Ocean stands prominently at the north end of Ocean Avenue, towering above the Pacific Coast Highway with breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views. In 1993, the building underwent a complete renovation, preserving its distinctive 10-story retro-modern aesthetic while maintaining its 59-unit layout. In the summer of 2024, Trademark was approached by ownership to assist in the full renovation of the property’s pool and spa areas. The flatwork for this project features a sophisticated combination of alternating finishes, including white sand and white cement with seeded white aggregate honed paving, alongside white sand and white cement with a sand finish. This renovation highlights a masterful application of decorative concrete, where functionality, safety, and aesthetics harmonize to create an elegant and enduring outdoor space.