Wilshire Federal Building, Federal office skyscraper in Sawtelle, Los Angeles, United States
The Wilshire Federal Building rises 261 feet with white vertical fins, horizontal glass bands, and black spandrels across its 17-story structure.
Constructed in 1969 on former Veterans Home grounds, the building represents a transition from international style architecture to late modern design principles.
The building serves as a central location for civic engagement, hosting numerous demonstrations addressing social justice and political movements throughout its history.
Multiple federal agencies operate within the building, including the FBI Los Angeles field office, Veterans Affairs, and the U.S. State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs.
The structure was designed to accommodate up to 13,000 occupants during Cold War civil defense scenarios, though normal capacity stands at 2,000 employees.
Location: California
Inception: 1969
Architects: Charles Luckman
Website: https://gsa.gov/portal/content/147814
GPS coordinates: 34.05630,-118.44800
Latest update: March 10, 2025 14:00
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