Kales Building, Neoclassical architectural structure in Detroit, Michigan, US.
The Kales Building rises 18 stories high at the intersection of Adams Avenue West and Park Avenue, featuring symmetrical facades and classical detailing throughout its exterior.
Constructed in 1914 by architect Albert Kahn, the building initially housed the headquarters of S.S. Kresge Company, which later transformed into the retail corporation Kmart.
The structure stands as a symbol of Detroit's architectural heritage within the Grand Circus Park Historic District, representing the city's economic growth during the early 1900s.
Following extensive renovations in 2004, the Kales Building now contains 117 residential units with retail spaces on the ground level near downtown Detroit.
The building narrowly escaped demolition in the 1990s during the planning phase of Ford Field and Comerica Park before developers transformed it into modern apartments.
Location: Michigan
Inception: 1914
Architects: Albert Kahn
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Floors above the ground: 18
GPS coordinates: 42.33667,-83.05250
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:02
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