Preservationists wanted to save Tom’s Diner. The problem: Tom didn’t want to be saved
, well known for their Googie architecture. Out of three remaining Googie-style White Spot structures in Denver, Tom’s is the only one that hasn’t been significantly altered. The applicants also point out that in 2009, Tom’s was deemed eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, although Messina ultimately decided to not list the building.
Fights like this one are, on a broader level, about “what kind of city do we want to become?” said Németh. Cities must strike a balance, according to Goetz, in which there is development without degrading the quality of living. “There are certain areas of the city that you want to be able to preserve because they’re a reflection of the city, its past, its roots,” he said. “But on the other hand, you don’t want to have too much preservation, because you’re not allowing the necessary change.
“I know the people that are doing this are good people,” said Messina. “I don’t think they have any ill will. I don’t think they’re anti-development. I just think that they love the building. It is a pretty cool building.”regardless of the outcome of the landmarking decision. He told Eater he was ready to retire and spend time with his family: “I want to move on to something else.
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