Banco Popular

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Address: 37-47 Junction Boulevard
Neighborhood: Corona
Architect:  Castro-Blanco, Piscioneri and Feder
Year: 1970
Current Status: Significantly Altered
Award:  Bronze Plaque for Banks
Typology:  Bank

This interesting take on a local bank branch is now gone. Originally the design incorporated some traditional elements of Spanish architecture most notable a massive entry arch in concrete. Other interior features such as dark stained wood and specifically designed furniture were part of the overall scheme. Already by 1970, this part of Corona was notably Hispanic and is largely majority Spanish-speaking today. However, the local population now uses a Chase Bank branch interchangeable with other Chase branches across the city.