Googie Architecture

1. What was happening in the mid-20th century when Googie architecture emerged?

• The internet was spreading

• Frank Sinatra was popular

• Sock hops were common

• Gothic architecture was trending

What are some common features of Googie architecture?

• Cantilevered or upswept roofs

• Neon signs

• Brick fireplaces

• Bold color palettes

Who designed the original Googie-style coffee shop?

• John Lautner

• Douglas Haskell

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Eldon Davis

What two cultural trends inspired Googie architecture?

• Colonial revival and suburban life

• Car culture

• Post-WWII jet age

• Gothic revival

Who coined the term “Googie” for this architectural style?

• John Lautner

• Douglas Haskell

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Walt Disney

What was the tone of Haskell’s article on Googie architecture?

• Humorous

• Admiring

• Critical and scathing

• Neutral

Why did Googie architecture catch on with business owners?

• It allowed for faster construction

• It helped attract car traffic

• It required fewer materials

• It followed international trends

What kinds of businesses began using Googie architecture?

• Government buildings

• Restaurants

• Hotels

• Car washes

What visual elements helped buildings stand out to drivers?

• starbursts and boomerangs

• Flat, plain walls

• Tall pylons

• Pastel colors

What materials and colors were used in Googie architecture?

• Wood shingles

• Neon and steel

• Glass panels

• Earth tones