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What is the space age building the middle of LAX?

Last updated February 23, 2021 by ZagBot Comment

The Theme Building at Los Angeles International Airport is a futuristic-looking structure, actually constructed in 1961, comprising an elevated circular tower beneath two crossed parabolic arches of stucco-covered steel.

The iconic mid-century modernist structure is often described as resembling a UFO or flying saucer on legs, and is an example of the Googie style of architecture common to Southern California in the mid-20th century. Designed by architects Pereira & Luckman, Los Angeles City Council designated the building a historic-cultural monument in 1993.

It was dedicated on June 25th, 1961, by Vice President Lyndon B Johnson, and housed a restaurant until as recently as 2013, but changes in airport security procedures made it less attractive as a dining destination and unviable as a restaurant space.

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