 It is one of only three known remaining buildings using these bricks (including the Maas Residence at 423 10th Street in Golden, and Union Station in downtown Denver), which were renowned in their time for their beauty and would not crack or craze.In overall design, the storefront is premodernist but features a pressed metal cornice looking back on earlier times, even ancient times with its Greek styling.However, its predominantly white walls and geometry look forward to art nouveau and modernist design, while its brickwork quoins complete the unusual design.