Telephones Company Building, Art Deco historic monument on Calea Victoriei, Bucharest, Romania.
The Telephones Company Building is an office structure in Art Deco style located on Calea Victoriei in Bucharest, reaching 52.5 meters in height with geometric shapes and decorative details covering its surface. The facade displays characteristic features of this architectural movement through carefully designed ornamental work.
The structure was built between 1929 and 1934 by architect Louis S. Weeks and became the city's tallest building when it was completed. It held this position until Casa Scînteii was constructed in 1957.
The building emerged during a period when modern communication technology was transforming the city, and its ornamental details reflect how important telephones had become to urban life. The decorative elements show the optimism people felt about new technology.
The building is easily visible from the street and accessible from the main avenue where you can view it while walking through the city. You can photograph the exterior and admire the architectural details from the pavement.
The structure survived multiple severe earthquakes and World War II bombings without serious damage. This exceptional durability reveals the outstanding quality of its construction.
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