Though only two stories high and dwarfed by its neighbors, this dazzling black-and-gold terra cotta building with zigzag moderne ornamentation makes its presence known.
It was designed by Morgan, Walls, and Clements, one of the oldest continuously operating architectural firms on the West Coast and a moving force in the development of various forms of revival and moderne architecture in L.A.
The building is notable as one of the city’s last remaining black-and-gold Art Deco structures, a diminutive version of the firm’s downtown Richfield building (built in 1928; demolished in 1968).
It was originally built as a neighborhood branch bank and served this purpose until 1970. The building was used as a restaurant/nightclub and later a Christian center.
After suffering from years of neglect, the building was beautifully rehabilitated into short- and long-term creative office space. It is also available for special events.
It is my second office. Naturally I am giving it a 5 stars rating 🙂. But sticky speaking you got to come and enjoy this place, it's a unique building, it has a gothic feels to it
Susilo Suprobo
2022-12-14
My branch office.🥰
San R
2022-03-23
Plenty of work space & the convenience to be in such close proximity to the in-house Waroeng Iboe Los Angeles cafe for some java and snacks. Lots of sunlight and space to move around within The Deco building.
Alice Ayala
2019-07-01
I was there for an event, but I thought it would be a beautiful place for a wedding.