Eastern Columbia Building, Art Deco skyscraper in Downtown Los Angeles, United States
The Eastern Columbia Building displays turquoise terra cotta tiles, gold trim, and a four-sided clock tower reaching 264 feet into the Los Angeles skyline.
Constructed in 1930 for $1.25 million, the thirteen-story structure served as headquarters for Eastern Outfitting Company and Columbia Outfitting Company until 1957.
The building represents a major achievement in Art Deco architecture, with geometric patterns, sunburst motifs, and vertical lines defining its exterior design.
Located at 849 South Broadway, the structure contains 147 residential condominiums following its 2007 renovation, featuring amenities such as a rooftop pool.
The clock tower received an exemption from Los Angeles' 150-foot height restriction, allowing the building to extend an additional 114 feet above regulations.
Location: Los Angeles
Inception: September 12, 1930
Architects: Claud Wilbur Beelman
Official opening: September 12, 1930
Architectural style: Art Deco
Floors above the ground: 13
GPS coordinates: 34.04275,-118.25623
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:53
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