Sacramento architect Edwin Kado designed the Sacramento Ziggurat, which sits on the Sacramento River. He designed the Ziggurat to resemble the ancient Ziggurats of Mesopotamia, which were massive pyramid-like structures built by the Sumerians, Babylonians, and...
The Leland Stanford Mansion is one of the most prominent examples of Sacramento architecture; its history will blow you away. Designed by architect Seth Babson and built by Sheldon Fogus in 1856, Leland Stanford purchased this beautiful piece of Sacramento...
Seeking some architectural inspiration around Orange County? Go take a trip to the Old Orange County Courthouse, located at 211 W. Santa Ana Blvd in Santa Ana, California. Initially built in 1901, the Old Orange County Courthouse underwent significant changes and...
Los Angeles architect Pierre Koenig is famously known for his work in modernist architecture, specifically with his steel and glass houses. One must remember that when a well-renowned architect dies, their designed building becomes priceless evidence of their...
Regardless of where you stand to view the Griffith Observatory, its Art Deco architecture we know is as impressive as ever. Let’s explore some facts about the Griffith Observatory before discussing its iconic Art Deco architectural style. The Griffith Observatory took...