
An expansive space that will straddle LA’s famed Wilshire Boulevard, the project will feature 110,000 square feet of gallery space in one single level to display and present art in a non-hierarchical, egalitarian way. As part of the new building, Clark will construct a new theater, education spaces, three restaurants, a museum shop, multi-purpose event spaces, and ancillary and back-of-house facilities.
The California Building for the Permanent Collection is slated to open to the public in 2024.



Client
California Building Co
Location
Los Angeles, California
Category
Construction & Engineering
Architect
Thomas Smith Studio
Year Completed
2024
Gearbox Frame – Ora Banda
At MINING MART, we tackled the Gearbox Frame design using cutting-edge tech and real-world site data. With point cloud scans and site snaps as our starting point, we rolled up our sleeves and got cracking on a rock-solid design solution.
What We Did
- Scan & Reference Creation: First up, we processed the scan data in GEOMAGIC DESIGN X, aligning everything to get a proper reference sketch. This step set the foundation for an accurate frame build.
- 3D Modelling in SOLIDWORKS: Using the reference data, we designed the Gearbox Frame in SOLIDWORKS, making sure every detail complied with Aussie standards.
- Clarification Document: To keep things crystal clear, we put together a clarification document, ironing out any potential queries before jumping into the fabrication stage.
- Fabrication Drawings: Once everything was green-lit, we cracked on with the fabrication drawings, ensuring seamless manufacturing.
- Structural Strength Enhancements: Since site conditions called for extra reinforcement, we incorporated additional stiffeners to boost the frame’s durability and reliability.
With this custom-engineered frame, the client gets a strong, reliable, and compliant solution, ready to handle the rough and tough mining environment.



