Lewis Tower, Art Deco skyscraper in Center City, Philadelphia, United States
Lewis Tower is an Art Deco skyscraper located at 225 South 15th Street in Center City, Philadelphia. The 33-story building features a steel frame structure combined with a decorative masonry exterior.
The building was designed and completed in 1929 at the height of Art Deco architectural development. It originally served commercial purposes before later transforming into residential uses.
The building transformed from commercial spaces to residential units, reflecting the evolution of urban living patterns in downtown Philadelphia.
The building is located in Center City with good access via nearby transit and pedestrian streets. Most views of this residence are available from the street and surrounding areas during daytime hours.
The building underwent extensive renovations between 2005 and 2009 that converted it into modern residential units. This transformation demonstrates how commercial structures in Philadelphia were adapted to meet changing urban living demands.
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