San Francisco, CA  – Ellis Partners LLC is proud to announce the completion of its major renovation project at 717 Market Street in San Francisco.  The 8-story turn-of-the-century building was purchased by Ellis Partners in December 2006 as part of its expanded holdings along San Francisco’s historic Market Street.  This latest renovation further enhances this stretch of Market Street as an attractive and exciting location for business.The building was originally constructed immediately after San Francisco’s devastating earthquake in 1906.  Ellis Partners LLC has completed a $6 million renovation and upgrade which includes a brand new lobby, new building facade, and upgraded …

Alameda, CA – Ellis Partners today announced that OtisMed Corporation has selected 1600 Harbor Bay Parkway as the site of its new headquarters.  OtisMed has signed a 6 year lease and will occupy 28,608 square feet of manufacturing and office space.“The presence of a rapidly expanding, innovative company such as OtisMed is further evidence of the attractiveness of this unique location,” said Ellis Partners Senior Vice President of Acquisitions, Jason Morehouse.  “We are delighted to have the opportunity to work with them as they continue their success.”OtisMed relocates to Alameda’s Harbor Bay submarket from their previous location in Hayward.  With …

Oakland, CA – Ellis Partners LLC and the Jack London Market construction team took part in a time-honored tradition May 2nd, holding a “topping out” ceremony to commemorate the raising of the building’s highest beam.  The Jack London Market, set to become the largest public market on the West Coast, will open its doors in early 2009.  The ceremony honoring one of Oakland’s most significant redevelopment projects coincided with Mayor Ron Delllums’ second annual economic summit.Officials from Ellis Partners LLC and the many trades people involved in the Jack London Market project gathered to sign their names to a white steel beam, …

Alameda, CA – Ellis Partners LLC today announced the purchase of 1201 Harbor Bay Parkway in the Harbor Bay submarket of Alameda. The single-story office and laboratory building was purchased from Alexandria Real Estate Equities for an undisclosed sum. 1201 Harbor Bay is the third property in the area to be purchased by Ellis Partners in recent months. The company’s holdings also include the adjacent Alameda Tech Center and nearby 1600 Harbor Bay Parkway.“This acquisition is further evidence of our belief in the attractiveness and relative value of the Harbor Bay submarket,” said Ellis Partners’ Jason Morehouse. “The surrounding markets …

Oakland, CA – Ellis Partners LLC today announced that Catellus Development Group, a ProLogis Company, has chosen Jack London Square for its East Bay office. The master developer, previously located in Old Oakland, has relocated to the city’s historic waterfront.“We’re delighted with our space,” said Catellus VP of Property Management the for the company’s Mixed Use Region, Anni Chapman. “Being in the business of mixed-use development ourselves, we’re quite familiar with the expertise and care needed to create the right environment for a customer. From the management team to the contractors, everyone involved in the process has been on the …

WHEN:Saturday, March 1, 2008 10 AM-5 PMWHERE:Jack London Square, Oakland (at the foot of Broadway on Oakland’s waterfront)WHAT:2nD Annual Crab Crawl-Live Crabs from Half Moon Bay for Sale-Cooked Crab by the Plate-Crab Cooking Demonstrations-Crab and other Fishing Boats-Crab Specials at Area Restaurants-Food Vendors-Day-Long Music and Entertainment-Free Games and Jump Houses for KidsWHO:-Bands:-Caesars Empire-Michael Robinson Band-Final Four-Magician Caligari the Great-Cougar Cadets Drum Corp.Oakland, CA – It’s been a long time coming, but crab season is back in the Bay Area. After a month-long delay at the beginning of the season, crab has returned to local tables. Jack London Square will celebrate …

Oakland, CA – Ellis Partners LLC today announced that Hahn’s Hibachi restaurant has extended their lease for 5 additional years on Oakland’s waterfront. Hahn’s is one of the many restaurants in and around Jack London Square which have made the area an emerging culinary center.“We’re delighted to have a business like Hahn’s here in the Square,” said Jim Ellis, Principal and co-founder of Ellis Partners LLC. “They are a first-class operation and wonderful asset as Jack London Square continues to develop as the East Bay’s new destination for culture, commerce and cuisine.”Founded in 1978, Hahn’s Hibachi is a true family …

Oakland, CA – Jack London Square will receive a delectable addition this week with the grand opening ofCocina Poblana restaurant. The occasion will be marked with a ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration at 4:30PM on January 18th. The opening is yet another sign of Jack London Square’s renaissance as the East Bay’s new epicenter of culture, cuisine, and commerce.When Cocina debuts this Friday, guests are likely to find a few surprises on the menu. Though the staples of Mexican-American cuisine do make brief appearances on Cocina’s menu, the real attraction will be a slate of dishes that may be unfamiliar …

What:Jack London Birthday CelebrationWhere:Jack London Square, Oakland. At the foot of Broadway on Oakland’s historic waterfront.When:Saturday January 12th, 200812:00 PM History Walk and dedication of 2008 “Wolf Track” paving stones (begins at Heinolds First and Last Chance Saloon)12:30 PM Cake cutting ceremony1:00 PM Treasure hunt in Barnes and Noble with free prizes1:30 PM Reading from Jack London’s works by Jack LondonWhy:To celebrate the birth of one of Oakland’s most important citizens. To commemorate 2008, the 105th anniversary or the publishing of Call of the Wild and the 110th anniversary of the author’s return from the wild.Who:Jack London himselfOakland, CA – …

Oakland, CA – Ellis Partners LLC, Joie de Vivre Hospitality (JdV), and Transbay Holdings today announced the closing of a deal to purchase, renovate, and operate the Waterfront Plaza Hotel at Jack London Square. The partnership will begin work immediately on a multi-million dollar renovation project which will add to the momentum of Jack London Square’s revitalization and provide the high-end amenities and service for which the JdV is known. As part of the project, Bay Area culinary icon Joey Altman will spearhead the development of a new destination restaurant on Oakland’s waterfront.“We are delighted to work with a partner like …