""From my perspective, our small town character is our brand, and we're working very hard to approve that," Feinberg said. "There has to be a way for us to compromise to give Restoration Hardware what they want and the beautiful design of the building that represents their brand while, at the same time, maintaining the small town character that the original developers of the planned development in Old Town envisioned in the 1990s.""
""Old Town has changed quite a bit over time, and if Old Town was meant to be treated as strictly historical, we wouldn't be looking at the"
The Los Gatos Town Council unanimously approved exterior modifications and a conditional use permit for Restoration Hardware at 50 University Ave., following planning commission approval. The project will homogenize the mismatched exteriors of Building E, formerly occupied by Steamers and The Gap. Members of the Historic Preservation Committee opposed the change, citing a lack of personality and excessive material variety in the proposed facade. Supporters, including business representatives and the Chamber CEO, said RH could anchor Old Town and attract visitors. The mayor raised concerns about sustainability if RH later leaves; applicants indicated plans to remain.
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