Chapter
The Design of Googie Architecture.
42:32 - 52:02 (09:30)
Chuck talks about the Googie architecture design and its popularity in the 1950s and 60s, with examples like the famous Theme Building at LAX, and Biff Burger.
Clips
The episode dives into the characteristics, origins and declining popularity of Googie Architecture, showcased in buildings such as Biff Burger and the Ohio House Motel.
42:32 - 47:52 (05:20)
Summary
The episode dives into the characteristics, origins and declining popularity of Googie Architecture, showcased in buildings such as Biff Burger and the Ohio House Motel.
ChapterThe Design of Googie Architecture.
EpisodeGoogie: The Architecture of the Space Age
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Encounter Restaurant is an iconic building situated at LAX, resembling a UFO on stilts.
47:52 - 49:53 (02:00)
Summary
The Encounter Restaurant is an iconic building situated at LAX, resembling a UFO on stilts. Although usually frequented by airport staff, it's a fun place to grab a cocktail before heading out to pick someone up or to introduce out-of-towners to an iconic LA landmark.
ChapterThe Design of Googie Architecture.
EpisodeGoogie: The Architecture of the Space Age
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The speakers discuss the preservation and fascination with abandoned places such as the TWA terminal and Disneyland's people mover, highlighting the human desire for nostalgia and preservation of history.
49:53 - 52:02 (02:09)
Summary
The speakers discuss the preservation and fascination with abandoned places such as the TWA terminal and Disneyland's people mover, highlighting the human desire for nostalgia and preservation of history.