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Los Angeles, California
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The Theme Building at Los Angeles International Airport was designed in the Googie architectural style, which was influenced by the Space Age and the Atomic Age, reflecting the optimism of the 1960s.
The Theme Building was a collaborative design effort by a team of architects including William Pereira, Charles Luckman, Paul Williams, and Welton Becket.
The building originally housed the 'Encounter Restaurant,' which offered diners panoramic views of the airport and the city until its closure in 2013.
In 1993, the Theme Building was designated as a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument, recognizing its architectural significance and cultural impact.
In 2010, the Theme Building underwent a $12.3 million renovation to repair structural damage and update its facilities, ensuring its preservation for future generations.
The observation deck, which offers a 360-degree view of the airport, was reopened to the public in 2018 after being closed for security reasons post-9/11.
