The Most Important Iconic Buildings in Amarillo Have One Thing In Common

Amarillo can be thought of as the city that Guy Carlander built.

Many of the Yellow City's most iconic buildings are designed by this man. They range from historic hotels to buildings that once hosted the early legends of rock n' roll. Here's a look at Guy Carlander's legacy in Amarillo, Texas.

The Legacy Of Guy Carlander In Amarillo, Texas

When it comes to the historic buildings in Amarillo, many of them owe their unique features to the mind of Guy Carlander. For instance, The Nat owes its existence to Carlander. The building that started as a public swimming pool of sorts and is now an antique lover's dream was designed by him. Several high schools in the panhandle were designed by Carlander as well.

His works include:

• Amarillo Natatorium
• Fisk Medical Arts Building
• Palo Duro Canyon Canyon-Rim Lodge
• Tulia High School
• Childress High School
• Wellington High School
• Summit Elementary School
• Globe Dream House
• Eakle-Archer House
• Galbraith House
• Llano Cemetery Admin Building, Superintendent's Home, And Pump House
• La Casita Del Sol
• Margaret Willis Elementary
• 3912 SW 6th, designed for the owners of Hubble Diamond T Truck Company

Amarillo Is A Part Of Carlander's Nation Wide Portfolio

What is also fascinating about these buildings is that they are part of Carlander's wider influence. His reach extended beyond the city limits. For example, he designed the original concession building in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, which is now known as Starlight Canyon Bed & Breakfast today. And according to the wikipedia page, he also designed the high schools in Tulia, Childress, and Wellington.

Take a look at some of the buildings in Amarillo that were built with the touch of Carlander.