Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Los Angeles Branch
historic place
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Los Angeles Branch, is a historic place in Los Angeles County. The branch opened in January 1920. Its original building, constructed in 1929, stands at West Olympic Boulevard and South Olive Street. Architects John and Donald Parkinson designed the structure. The building features a Classical Moderne style, incorporating elements of Zigzag Moderne. This architectural choice was notable for its heavy, geometric massing and ornate grillwork. The property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. A historical marker was also erected in 1984. The original bank building has since been converted into residential lofts. This site marks a significant era of financial and architectural growth in Los Angeles.