Capitol Records Building, Circular high-rise building in Hollywood, United States.
The Capitol Records Building features 13 floors with a cylindrical shape and prominent cantilevered sections extending outward from its white concrete structure.
Welton Becket designed this 1956 structure as the first round office building, incorporating Googie architecture elements during the post-war expansion of Los Angeles.
The building contains Capitol Studios, where numerous musicians recorded their albums using specialized echo chambers engineered by guitarist Les Paul.
Three elevators provide access to different floors, while the rooftop serves as a location for music industry events and professional gatherings.
A light at the top of the building continuously transmits the word 'Hollywood' in Morse code, marking its position in the entertainment district.
Location: Los Angeles
Inception: 1956
Architects: Welton Becket
Official opening: 1956
Architectural style: Googie
Floors above the ground: 13
Elevators: 3
Height: 67 m
GPS coordinates: 34.10310,-118.32600
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:30
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