E. Clem Wilson Building
A 55.64-metre Art Deco midrise on Wilshire Boulevard, also known as the Samsung Building, exemplifying early-twentieth-century commercial modernism in Los Angeles.
At a glance
Standing 182.5 feet at the corner of Wilshire Boulevard and La Brea Avenue, this commercial structure blends Art Deco and Art Moderne design principles. The building remains a recognizable landmark on one of Los Angeles’s most prominent thoroughfares.
History
Built as a midrise office and commercial building, the E. Clem Wilson Building anchors a significant intersection in central Los Angeles. Its dual naming reflects both its original identity and later corporate association with Samsung.
What you see
The building displays the geometric forms and streamlined surfaces characteristic of Art Deco and Art Moderne aesthetics. At 55.64 metres tall, its proportions and detailing exemplify the commercial modernism that shaped Los Angeles’s urban streetscape during the twentieth century.
Cultural significance
The E. Clem Wilson Building represents an important phase in Los Angeles’s architectural development, when Art Deco and Art Moderne idioms defined progressive commercial design. Its presence on Wilshire Boulevard, a major business corridor, underscores the stylistic ambitions of its era.
Key facts
- Location: 5225 Wilshire Boulevard at La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, California, United States
- Height: 55.64 metres (182.5 feet)
- Architectural style: Art Deco / Art Moderne
- Coordinates: 34.0625, −118.3427
Practical information & getting there
The building is situated on Wilshire Boulevard, accessible by car and public transit in central Los Angeles. Visitors can view the exterior from the street; hours and access policies for the interior are not detailed here.
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