The Andalusia (Los Angeles, California) facts for kids
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| Location | 1471–1475 Havenhurst Dr., Hollywood, Los Angeles, California |
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| Built | 1926 |
| Architect | Arthur and Nina Zwebell |
| Architectural style | Spanish Colonial Revival |
| NRHP reference No. | 03000775 |
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| Added to NRHP | August 21, 2003 |
The Andalusia is a special apartment building found at 1471-1475 Havenhurst Drive in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California. It was built in 1926 and designed in the beautiful Spanish Colonial Revival style. This building is so important that it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. It is also known as Los Angeles Historic Cultural Monument No. 435.
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What is the Andalusia Building?
The Andalusia is an apartment building known for its unique design and history. It was created by architects Arthur and Nina Zwebell. They built it around a lovely inner courtyard filled with plants and trees. This design makes the building feel like a peaceful oasis in the middle of the city.
How was the Andalusia designed?
The architects used materials and styles that were popular in the 1920s. These styles include Spanish Colonial Revival, Mediterranean Revival, Moorish Revival, and Mission Revival. You can see these influences in the building's features:
- Exposed wooden beams: These are wooden supports that are left visible, adding to the building's rustic charm.
- Cantilevered beams: Beams that stick out from the wall without support at one end.
- Carved wood: Detailed designs cut into wooden parts of the building.
- Wrought iron: Decorative metalwork, often seen in railings and gates.
- Terracotta roof tiles: Reddish-brown clay tiles used on the roof.
- Lightly textured buff-colored stucco: A type of plaster with a slightly rough feel, painted a light tan color.
- Cast concrete: Concrete shaped into specific forms.
- Brick: Used for some parts of the structure.
All these elements come together to give the Andalusia its distinctive and historic look.
Who lived at the Andalusia?
Over the years, many famous actors from the early days of Hollywood lived at the Andalusia. This period is often called the Golden Age of Hollywood. Some of the well-known people who called the Andalusia home include:
- Clara Bow
- Marlon Brando
- Jean Hagen
- John Payne
- Teresa Wright
- Louis L'Amour
- Claire Bloom
- Cesar Romero
- Sondra Locke
Later, actor Jason Schwartzman also lived in one of the apartments. The building's history is tied to these famous residents, making it a special part of Hollywood's past.
Where is the Andalusia located?
The Andalusia is in a historic part of Hollywood, just south of Sunset Boulevard. It is also close to the famous Chateau Marmont hotel. This area is known for its beautiful and historic buildings.
Other historic buildings nearby
On the same street, Havenhurst Drive, there are two other apartment buildings that are also listed on the National Register of Historic Places:
- The Colonial House (at 1416 Havenhurst Drive)
- The Ronda (at 1400–1414 Havenhurst Drive)
This means that Havenhurst Drive is a street rich in architectural history, with several important buildings recognized for their unique design and past.
