Brockman Building and New York Cloak and Suit House (Annex)
historic place
The Brockman Building in Los Angeles was constructed in 1912. Designed by Barnett, Haynes & Barnett, this twelve-story structure displays Beaux-Arts, Classical, and Romanesque Revival architectural styles. It was recognized for its early use of multi-colored terra cotta and a distinctive copper cornice, a feature unique in the city at the time. The Brockman Building was the first structure west of the Broadway Commercial District to reach the city's 150-foot height limit. This pivotal development initiated a westward expansion of Los Angeles's downtown commercial district, establishing Seventh Street as a prominent retail destination. Adjacent to it stands the New York Cloak and Suit House annex, completed in 1917. Designed by Dodd & Richards, its façade features complementary terra cotta, showcasing Romanesque Revival and Beaux-Arts detailing. Both the Brockman Building and its annex were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. They are historically significant for their architectural contributions and their role in shaping the city's early retail landscape.