The Farm House Motel, an old neon sign landmark, has been transformed into the Farm House Collective, a vibrant mini-mall and food hall, marking its rebirth. During the grand opening, the venue drew large crowds, showcasing local food vendors and hosting live music. The renovation, investing over $4 million, retained elements of its rustic past while reviving a site that once was a homeless encampment. This transformation reflects a broader trend in Southern California where old motels are creatively repurposed, preserving history while adapting to modern needs.
Until this redesign, the Farm House Motel was a homeless encampment for a long time. As long as you have the vision, you can change anything.
The renovation project has included more than $4 million in design and construction work, holding onto the old motel's rural theme.
As midcentury motels fade into history, some move upscale and become boutique hotels, some are leveled or acquired by government agencies as transitional housing.
Some motels have taken on new commercial afterlives that don't involve sleepovers but do evoke the past, inviting guests to step into a throwback American scene.
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