The Canterbury Apartment Hotel
historic place
The Canterbury Apartment Hotel, located at 1746 North Cherokee Avenue in Los Angeles, is a historic place. This four-story, U-shaped building, constructed in the Mediterranean Revival style, was completed between 1926 and 1927. It features a steel frame and stucco-coated brick exterior. The Canterbury represents Hollywood's transformation from a suburban community into an urban center. It is a significant example of the midrise apartment houses built in the 1920s, providing housing for a middle-class clientele. In 2018, the Canterbury Apartment Hotel was designated a historic resource and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Beyond its architectural significance, the building is known for its connection to the Los Angeles punk rock scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s, serving as a residential hub for musicians like Alice Bag. This site reflects Hollywood's changing residential landscape and its diverse cultural history.