The other day found me attending a meeting at the Los Angeles Tennis Club. I never even knew this joint existed.
I saw only the main club house, but it was still a lot to take in. Completed in 1927, it is stunning. Spanish Revival style homes and buildings can be found throughout Los Angeles. And I’ve been privileged to visit many. But this marked my first time seeing a painted ceiling in this style. Most are usually white or some sort of neutral tone, with the wood being the star. As shown by this beautiful blue example, the wood is still a standout.
I read quite a bit about the L.A. Tennis Club’s history at their website, and I found it fascinating. I don’t play tennis, but I do watch the heck out of it. And I happen to love Los Angeles. We don’t have the same history as the east coast, but what we do have is grand. And it’s fun! Who doesn’t love fun?
I may never again find myself at the L.A. Tennis Club. But I got to go this past week, and that counts. Here I thought I was simply attending a meeting. Turns out I was visiting history.