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300 Montgomery St., San Francisco, CA
This former Bank of America headquarters is a perfect example of the impressive office building lobbies from the Deco period. Built in 1922 it features Art Deco detailing on everything from doors, friezes and lobby directory to the walls, light fixtures and elevator.
Murals by Miguel Covarrubias
World Trade Center Lobby - Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA
Commissioned for the 1939 World's Fair, the works range in size from 14' x 12' to 8' x 6' and depict themes of the countries and peoples of the Pacific Rim. As the Ferry Building is being renovated, however, the murals will probably be moved. Efforts are under way to find a permanent home for them, and Treasure Island (site of the World's Fair) is a likely prospect.
Sweet's Ballroom, 1933 Broadway, Oakland, CA
Built in 1923-24, Sweets is referred to as the place "Where swing
first hit the West Coast." Illustrious musicians, including Benny Goodman,
Count Basie, Billie Holiday and Tommy Dorsey have graced the stage. It's elegant
interior features many Art Deco touches, murals and a 10,000 square foot dance
floor.
El Capitan Theatre - 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Built in 1926, this Hollywood landmark was originally home to live theatre featuring the talents of Buster Keaton, Clark Gable and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. The theatre is being recognized principally for its magnificent neon sign which has lit Hollywood Boulevard for over seven decades, and which
was recently restored by the Walt Disney Company.
Cascade Theatre - 1731 Market Street, Redding, CA
This Northern California gem features a classic Art Deco bas relief, marquee, vertical neon sign and Greco-deco influences throughout it's design. Built in 1935, its recent years of neglect have now ended, as the current owners are working on its restoration.
Union 76 Station - 88 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA
Built in 1946, this is one of the last remaining examples of a "Streamline Moderne" style in a service station. Current owner, Chris Nielsen, represents the third generation of the same family's proprietorship.
The Rafael Film Center - 118 Fourth Street, San Rafael, CA
Built in 1938, the Rafael Theater facility features an impressive Streamline
Moderne tower marquee and four stunning interior murals by Henry Martin.
The Film Center is being recognized for the restoration work which has returned
the theater to its Art Deco glory as a temple to the motion picture arts.
Bill McKenna and the Vintage Music Theater
For over 40 years, conductor Bill McKenna has kept the music of the past alive
in the Bay area. His orchestra's musical tributes to 20th century
theatrical composers, bands and bandleaders, typically performed in venues on
the Peninsula, are well-loved and well-attended. Coming in June: Bill's
tribute to bandleader Fred Waring.
Special Certificates of Appreciation
In addition to our Preservation Awards, Special Certificates of Preservation
Appreciation were given to:
San Carlos Heritage Assn., 147 Belvedere Ave.,
San Carlos, CA
. . . for their efforts on behalf of saving the endangered Hacienda Garden Apartments.
The Bellevue Club, 525 Bellevue Avenue, Oakland, CA
. . . for stewardship and preservation of the Club, both of the building itself, and of its role as a cultural institution.
The Regency Building, 1290 Sutter St. San Francisco, CA
. . . for purchasing and restoring the building back to its intended use
as a dance and social event venue, making it available to the community.
The Shell Building, 100 Bush St., San Francisco, CA
. . . for continued stewardship of the building, and for their generous
support of the Art Deco Society of California.
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