Hallmark Building (Hollywood, California) Explained

Hallmark Building
Nocat:yes
Nrhp Type:cp
Partof:Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District
Partof Refnum:85000704
Coordinates:34.1015°N -118.3276°W
Built:1922, 1931
Architect:Morgan, Walls & Clements
Architecture:Chateauesque
Designated Nrhp Type:April 4, 1985

The Hallmark Building is a historic two-story commercial building located at 6324 W. Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California.

History

The Hallmark building was built in 1922[1] and throughout the 1920s was home to Albert Witzel's photography studio.[2] In 1931, Morgan, Walls & Clements remodeled the building in the Chateauesque style.[1]

In 1984, the Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District was added to the National Register of Historic Places, with the Hallmark Building listed as a contributing property in the district.[1]

In 1993, the building was sold for $1.3 million.[3]

Architecture

Hallmark Building was remodeled in the Chateauesque style in 1931. A steep hipped roof is central to the building, as are thin windows in the pedimented bay. The second story also features numerous Regency details.[1]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: National Register of Historic Places Inventory Nomination Form - Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District . . April 4, 1985 . en-US.
  2. Web site: Looking west along the south side of Hollywood Blvd from Vine St, Hollywood, circa 1920s . martinturnbull.com . September 23, 2024 . Martin Turnbull . en-US.
  3. Web site: 6324 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028 . . July 16, 2024 . en-US.