Armet & Davis

Established in 1947 by Louis Armet and Eldon Davis, the firm of Armet & Davis became synonymous with the exuberant Googie architectural style that defined mid-century Southern California. Both partners were graduates of the USC School of Architecture and initially intended to focus on industrial design. Instead, they gained international acclaim for their innovative, space-age coffee shops and restaurants, including iconic locations like Pann's and the original Norms Restaurants. By integrating car culture with futuristic, eye-catching forms, the firm helped transform Coffee Shop Modern into a major popular style. With over 4,000 buildings designed across the region, their work remains a defining symbol of post-war American optimism and a critical component of Los Angeles' unique commercial architectural legacy.