Nicholas Building

The Nicholas Building is an office building in Toledo featuring decorative stone carvings on its exterior walls. The structure spans multiple floors with retail spaces and maintains its original appearance with characteristic vertical sections and prominent cornices.

The building was constructed in 1906 and reflects the Commercial Palazzo architectural style. This period marked a turning point in urban development when such office and commercial structures shaped the city center.

The building houses numerous small businesses and creative tenants, including fashion designers, artists, and specialized retailers working across different studio spaces. Local craftspeople and independent business owners use these rooms to create and sell their work directly to visitors.

The building sits in the central business district and retains its original manual lift system. Visitors can easily access the various retail floors and studio spaces through the main entrance.

Inside there is an arcade featuring intricate leadlight glass ceilings and detailed shopfronts from the early 20th century. This hidden passage showcases craftsmanship and retail design from an earlier era.

Inception: 1906

GPS coordinates: 41.65300,-83.53700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04