Vern Riffe State Office Tower, State government skyscraper in Capitol Square, Columbus, US
The Vern Riffe State Office Tower rises 503 feet with 32 floors, featuring a modern glass and steel exterior in downtown Columbus.
NBBJ architectural firm designed and completed the building in 1988 at a cost of 130 million dollars for Ohio state government operations.
The building contains the 854-seat Capitol Theatre, which presents performances and events that enrich the cultural activities of Columbus residents.
The office tower houses multiple state government departments and agencies, with the governor's office located on the thirtieth floor.
The structure stands as the fifth tallest building in Columbus, occupying over one million square feet of office and administrative space.
Location: Columbus
Inception: 1988
Architects: NBBJ
Floors above the ground: 32
GPS coordinates: 39.96030,-83.00080
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:22
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