Five Odd Roadside Buildings in America

Published on May 21, 2009 by jharmon in Architecture

If you’re hitting the road this summer for vacation, keep an eye out for some of these strange structures.

Randy’s Donuts

Located in Inglewood, California, this joint is familiar to many Americans through its appearances in television and film, including a Red Hot Chili Peppers video and an episode of The Simpsons.
The Longaberger Company

The Longaberger Company, a maker of quality baskets, has its main headquarters building shaped like one of the company’s giant baskets. Located in Newark, Ohio.
Bondurant’s Pharmacy

You can find the unusual building pictured above in Lexington, Kentucky. Built in 1975, it is in the shape of a pharmacist’s mortar and pestle.
Teapot Dome Service Station

Heading back to the West coast, if you are up around Zillah, Washington, check out the Teapot Dome Service Statin pictured above.
The Big Duck

Located in Flanders, New York, on Long Island, the Big Duck was originally supposed to help advertise the shop that sold ducks and duck eggs.