Richard, those are commonly called glass blocks. Those look to be the style called “decora”. I drive by this place all the time and have never been in.
Those really are cool restroom signs, especially that distinguished-looking man-about-town. I’m not down that no ball-lobbing, though… that’s the key to my game.
I want to open a candlepin bowling alley in Phoenix. So cool…
I live near here, so I’ve have seen and photographed the signs myself.
While at the Pink Cadillac Diner in Wildwood recently, my husband and I noticed they have signs inside just like these. Same font I believe but with different illustrations of the man and woman.
I have tried googling the “decora” signs as I am trying to find something similar for my business, but am having no luck. Does anyone know if this is what they are called? I would love to have something just like the signs above for over our restrooms. Thanks so much!
Thanks for visiting our little bowladrome!! I grew up in this town and I have to say, they don’t make them like this anymore! So great to see Wakefield put on your map!
-Lisa Lemoi, Wakefield resident
Richard @ The Bewildered Brit
January 27, 2010 at 9:12 pmThat’s glorious! I love the mid-century mini frosted glass panes around the entrance!
westchesterdead
January 27, 2010 at 9:14 pmOh yes. Those are exquisite! Thanks for posting!
Mod Betty / Retro Roadmap
January 28, 2010 at 12:29 pmGlad you enjoy! Thanks for the kind words 🙂