“One of the challenges for this project is to create architecture out of a common building type - one that is not generally associated with high design standards. The design addresses this standard service amenity by viewing it from a fresh perspective and taking it to a higher level where it can have a positive influence on its surroundings... The structure offers a visually memorable arrival point and gateway to the new Civic Center... spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and the city, a garden, and a sense of personal safety.” — James Mary O’Connor, AIA, Moore Ruble Yudell Architects and Planners

• Glass Association of North America (GANA) Design in Glass Award, Tempered Glass – Commercial, 2007
• AIA Los Angeles Merit Award, 2008
• Award of Excellence – International Parking Institute, 2008
• IES Lumen West Award of Merit and IIDA, 2008
• National Merit Award – The Society for Environmental Graphics Design, 2008
• American Public Works Association – Southern California Chapter, Category: Facilities, 2007
• Urban Solution Award – The Westside Urban Forum, 2004
• Chicago Athenaeum American Architecture Award, 2008
• World Architecture Festival – Shortlist, Transport, 2008
• Los Angeles Architectural Awards – Los Angeles Business Council, 2009
• Architectural Foundation of Los Angeles (AFLA) Design Green Honor Award, 2008
• AIACC Merit Award for Architecture, 2010