Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story | KCET
Nicknamed “Architect to the Stars,” African American architect Paul R. Williams was one of the most successful architects of his time. But at the height of his career he wasn’t always welcome in the buildings he designed because of his race. Hollywood’s Architect will tell the story of how he used talent, determination and even charm to defy the odds and create a celebrated body of work.
Clips & Segments
-
Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story
Paul R. Williams was known for his luxurious designs. See one of his earliest projects.
-
Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story
Paul R. Williams explored all avenues to fulfill his dream of being an architect.
-
Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story
Hollywood soon discovered Paul R. Williams, and he was called “architect to the stars.”
Upcoming Airdates
Articles
-
Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story
In an era where architects typically majored in one style, he excelled in every architectural style, making him one of the most renowned architects throughout the world. Here are some of his lesser-known, but equally impressive projects.
-
Hollywood's Architect: The Paul R. Williams Story
In the course of his five-decade career, Paul Revere Williams, an African American architect born in Los Angeles on February 18, 1894, overcame prejudice and become one of the foremost architects in history.
Suggested Shows Overrides
Suggested Shows
-
Local youths are given the opportunity to voice concerns with L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti and L.A. County Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer about schools, their city and how to navigate life during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Has Episodes -
PBS SoCal and KCET are collaborating with KPCC and LAist to bring you a daily reporter roundup discussing the latest regional news about COVID-19.
Has Episodes -
Join Huell Howser as he travels the state to share California's rich history, cultural diversity, natural wonders, and amazing denizens.
KCET Original Has Episodes -
"Tending Nature" shines a light on the environmental knowledge of indigenous peoples across California by exploring how the state's Native peoples have actively shaped and tended the land for millennia.
KCET Original Has Episodes
Popular Videos
-
In the 1950s, Giant Rock became a UFO airport, according to George Van Tassel, who claimed to be contacted by aliens there.
KCET Original -
On the May 22 edition of the Reporter Roundup, KPCC reporters discuss rising unemployment numbers, COVID-19 deaths and changes in traffic patterns on some of L.A.’s streets.
KCET Original -
On the May 21 edition of the Reporter Roundup, KPCC reporters examine the role race plays in nursing home deaths, news on the SAT and ACT tests and reducing the prison population to slow down COVID-19’s spread.
KCET Original -
"Shetland" star Douglas Henshall sits down with KCET's Nic Cha Kim to talk about the new series.
KCET Original -
"Artbound" looks at the dinnerware of Heath Ceramics and a design that has stood the test of time since the company began in the late 1940’s.
KCET Original
Expiring Soon
-
The southwestern Ontario city of Windsor has always lived in the shadow of its big American neighbour, Detroit, only 3.6 kilometres away.
-
When a prize-winning scientist is found murdered on the same night the man intent on murdering Henry Fisher escapes police custody, Phryne must put all misgivings aside to protect her father.
-
The untold story of Oliver Tambo, the man behind the release of Nelson Mandela and the end of apartheid in South Africa.
-
Huell rides along with a bunch of Meyers Manx owners as they trek through the Southern California landscape.