Article source: Acme Architecture

Founded in 1972, the Isla Vista Food Cooperative is the only natural and organic foods consumer cooperative in Santa Barbara County. Though a mainstay in the community, the Co-op was often ignored by pedestrians, not realizing what lay behind its inconspicuous storefront.

Image Courtesy Patrick Price

• Architects: Acme Architecture
• Project: Isla Vista Food Cooperative
• Location: Isla Vista, California
• Architects: Acme Architecture, Keith Rivera, AIA
• Contractor: Keller Construction, Inc.
• Photographer: Patrick Price

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