Louis Naidorf
American architect and educator (1928–2025)
Louis Naidorf (August 15, 1928 – August 13, 2025) was an American architect and educator based in Los Angeles. He was known for designing the Capitol Records Building, the Beverly Center, the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, and the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena, as well as contributing to the master planning of Century City. He also founded the architecture program at Woodbury University in Burbank, serving as its chairman.
Background
Naidorf was born in Los Angeles, California, on August 15, 1928. He developed an interest in architecture at a young age. He attended the University of California, Berkeley, earning his undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Naidorf died on August 13, 2025, at the age of 96.
Notable projects
Capitol Records Building (Hollywood, 1956) – Iconic cylindrical tower, mid-century modern design, executed with Welton Becket & Associates.
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium (Santa Monica, 1958) – Mid-century modern civic performance space.
Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena (Los Angeles, 1959) – Multi-purpose indoor arena, demolished in 2016.
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