Los Angeles is a premier destination for architecture. In any row of buildings or homes, it is a rarity to see two designed exactly alike. This unusual variety in design can be attributed perhaps to the climate, beautiful people, surreal blue skies and a laissez-faire attitude. This environment has always attracted everything from brilliant eccentrics and dreamers, to some of the best designers and architects in the world. As a result, Los Angeles is a must see city for those inspired by creative design and architecture.
Architecture At Its Best
One of the finest examples of architecture in Los Angeles is the Hollyhock House, in the heart of Barnsdall Park, built between 1919 and 1921. It represents a style of architecture known as “California Romanza.” This style name comes from the musical term meaning “freedom to make ones’s own form” and demonstrates Los Angeles’ significance as a trendsetter in the arts and architecture. The Hollyhock House represented the first house Frank Lloyd Wright designed in the Los Angeles community. The house was added to the national Register of Historic Places in 1971, then designated a National Historic Landmark in 2007. In February 2015, Hollyhock House was opened to the public after a multimillion dollar restoration project. Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti once stated that “Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House is a crown jewel of Los Angeles architecture.”
Environment of Excellence
At ADG Lighting, we are proud to be part of community of design and architectural excellence. We were privileged to have worked on the Mat House in Reseda, California, designed by Frank’s son Lloyd Wright and known for its distinctive angular, thatch-like roof. The house was granted historic landmark status in 1996.
The Hollyhock House stands as a renowned and iconic tribute to the architectural creativity and excellence of Frank Lloyd Wright. Our creativity and design efforts are consistently inspired and challenged by the architectural representations in our community. Check out Gerald’s napkin sketch of the Hollyhock House.
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