Pellissier Building and Wiltern Theatre
Pellissier Building and Wiltern Theatre, Art Deco theater and skyscraper at Wilshire Boulevard and Western Avenue, Los Angeles, United States.
The Pellissier Building reaches 12 stories high and features geometric patterns, decorative elements, and terracotta details throughout its exterior facade.
The 1931 construction marked a significant period in Los Angeles architecture, introducing a new standard for commercial buildings during the Great Depression.
The theater transformed from a movie palace to a concert hall, hosting performances by numerous performers across multiple musical genres since its opening.
The venue accommodates between 1,200 and 4,000 attendees, with the box office opening two hours before events and only accepting electronic payments.
Anthony B. Heinsbergen designed interior murals and architectural elements that remain preserved within the National Register of Historic Places structure.
Location: Los Angeles
Inception: 1931
Architectural style: Art Deco architecture
Floors above the ground: 12
GPS coordinates: 34.06111,-118.30778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:50
Art Deco buildings from the 1920s and 1930s display geometric patterns, metallic colors, and decorative elements. These structures demonstrate the architectural style through symmetry, vertical lines, and stepped forms. From skyscrapers in New York to theaters in Los Angeles, this guide documents significant examples of Art Deco architecture in cities worldwide.
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