Century Tower 2, Los Angeles

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The twin 28-story Century Towers complex is the first residential project constructed in Century City, Los Angeles. The buildings were developed under the aegis of Alcoa Properties, and are sited along the southern boundary of Century City on the Avenue of the Stars. Built in 1964 by Alcoa, William Zeckendorf and Welton Becket Associates, the Century Towers was originally designed as apartments by architect I.M. Pei. Perhaps best known for the “Pyramide du Louvre,” his landmark glass pyramid addition to the Louvre Museum (Paris, France) Pei brought his signature styling to the creation of the mid-century towers.2] The towers were converted to condominiums in 1973 by S. Jon Kreedman & Company. Located on 6 acres (24,000 m2) of land (making it the largest luxury condominium property in Los Angeles), the towers are made up of one-, two-, and three-bedroom single-story (and a few double-story) residences on 28 floors. The development also includes a swimming pool, gymnasium, putting green, and tennis courts. The Century Towers has been home to many celebrities and notables over the years. Those include Michael Douglas, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Burt Lancaster, David Janssen, Jack Benny, Sebastian Siegel, Diana Ross, Josh Flagg, Ruth Handler (founder of Mattel), Edith Flagg and Berry Gordy. Handler, Janssen, and Edith Flagg occupy the penthouse units of the towers. David Janssen's widow Dani is known for an annual Oscar party thrown in her penthouse. www,wikipedia.org