Playa Vista, or the center for Silicon Beach, sits roughly between the oceanside neighborhood of Marina del Rey and Culver City. Immediately to the west of the community are the Ballona Wetlands. The community includes a dense collection of modern buildings and houses; 29 parklike areas; two outdoor concert areas and three areas with retail and restaurants. The newest shopping area, called Runway, has a Whole Foods Market, a multiplex movie theater, 11 restaurants and about 15 retail outlets, including places to take Pilates, yoga and spinning classes.
