Fort Washington Plaza, International Style office building in downtown Detroit, United States
Description
Fort Washington Plaza is an office building located where West Fort Street and Washington Boulevard meet in downtown Detroit. The structure combines a wide base section with retail spaces and a narrower upper tower clad in concrete and bronze-tinted glass.
History
The building was completed in 1969 by Louis G. Redstone & Associates during a time when Detroit was modernizing its architecture. It reflects the city's shift from an industrial center to a more diverse urban environment.
Culture
The building houses numerous foundations and non-profit organizations, contributing to Detroit's community service and public engagement initiatives.
Practical
The building has multiple parking levels in a guarded deck with over 500 spaces available. Its position at a major intersection makes it easy to reach on foot or by car.
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The lower podium extends across an entire block filled with retail spaces, while the tower rises on just half the footprint above. This unusual volume relationship creates an open and spacious street presence.
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