Tramway Gas Station
Tramway Gas Station, Mid-century modern gas station in Palm Springs, United States.
Description
The Tramway Gas Station is a filling station with a mid-century modern design in Palm Springs, featuring a massive white canopy that rises at a sharp angle from steel posts. The structure now operates as a visitor information center while retaining its distinctive architectural form.
History
The building was designed in 1965 by architects Albert Frey and Robson Chambers as the first structure visitors would encounter when entering Palm Springs. This placement made the station an important gateway landmark for the city.
Culture
The structure represents the evolution of roadside architecture, transforming from a simple gas station into the Palm Springs Visitor Center.
Practical
The location sits near North Palm Canyon Drive and is easy to reach when entering the city. Visitors can obtain maps, guides, and information about Palm Springs attractions and accommodations there.
Did you know?
The roof employs a hyperbolic paraboloid design made of ribbed galvanized steel panels supported by steel beams. This structural system was an innovative solution for covering a large area without interior supports.
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