MCI Center, International Style skyscraper in Los Angeles, United States
The MCI Center is a tall office building in downtown Los Angeles featuring a steel frame and extensive glass walls with dark horizontal bands. The 33-story structure displays the clean lines and minimal decoration typical of mid-century modern design.
The building was completed in 1973 during a period of significant downtown development in Los Angeles. A major renovation in 2013 transformed the ground level into an open public plaza, giving the structure a second life.
The building expresses International Style principles through its emphasis on function and clean geometry, shaping how downtown Los Angeles looks and feels. This architectural language influences how people move around and perceive the urban landscape today.
The building sits at 700 South Flower Street and connects directly to the 7th Street Metro Center Station underground. This connection makes it easy to reach the area using public transportation from various parts of the city.
The structure appeared in the 1974 disaster film Earthquake and has served as a backdrop for other Hollywood productions. Today it houses offices of ImpreMedia Digital, a media company operating from within the building.
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