Fyfe Building

The Fyfe Building is a Gothic Revival structure located at the corner of Adams Street and Woodward Avenue in Downtown Detroit. It rises 14 stories with retail spaces on the ground floor and residential units in the upper levels.

The structure was completed in 1919 and named after Richard H. Fyfe, a Detroit merchant who operated a major shoe store at street level. This commercial use reflected Detroit's growth as an important retail center during that era.

The building displays Gothic Revival features that shape the character of Downtown Detroit, and visitors can still observe these architectural elements as they walk through the district. These details reflect how the area looked during its commercial heyday in the early 1900s.

The ground floor offers retail spaces and a bar that open directly onto Adams Street for easy access. The main entrance on Adams Street provides access to all levels of the building.

The building faced demolition plans in the 1990s when proposals emerged to convert the site into parking for the nearby Comerica Park. Its preservation became part of a larger effort to protect historic structures in the downtown area.

Location: Michigan

Inception: 1919

Architects: SmithGroup

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Floors above the ground: 14

GPS coordinates: 42.33710,-83.05130

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:40