Dennys - Eugene, OR
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member silverquill
N 44° 02.062 W 123° 02.422
10T E 496765 N 4875691
This classic Dennys is believed to have been designed by noted googie architects Arnet & Davis, retaining its original design.
Waymark Code: WMCYWX
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 10/27/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Team Farkle 7
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This googie styled Dennys Restaurant is just off of I-5 at Exit 191 on a small hill overlooking the valley.

The architects Louis Armet and Eldon Davis designed many of the early googie style restaurants and buildings in southern California beginning in the 50's and 60's, and this design reflects their early work, though Denny's had its most rapid proliferation in the 70's. The characteristic exposed beams and swept roof are distinctive and found in other Dennys such as the Dennys on E. Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena, California.

This particular Dennys also has the distinction of being used to film a classic scene in the oscar-nominated 1970 movie, Five Easy Pieces.

Thanks to TheBeanTeam who gave me important information about this location.

Type of Structure: Building

Upswept Roof / Folded Plate Roof(s): yes

Large Dome(s): no

Large Sheet Glass Window(s): no

Boomerang and/or Arrow Shape(s): no

Amoebae Shape(s): no

Starburst(s): no

Exposed Steel Beam(s): yes

Flying Saucer/Rocket Shape(s): no

If I knew, I'd be an architect: no

Physical Address:
3652 Glenwood Dr.
Eugene, OR United States

Web Address or URL: [Web Link]

Atomic Model(s): Not Listed
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