Executive Tower, Presidential office building in Plaza Independencia, Montevideo, Uruguay
The Executive Tower is a government office building in Plaza Independencia, Montevideo, with twelve stories of reinforced concrete construction. It is divided into north and south sections, with one side facing the main plaza and the other looking toward the waterfront promenade.
Initial designs in 1965 proposed a Palace of Justice, but the 1973 military coup halted the project and led to major redesigns. The building was finally completed in 2009 as presidential offices, reflecting decades of interrupted planning.
The tower blends modern design with Art Nouveau touches that reflect how Uruguay's government evolved and modernized its workspace. You can see this architectural mix when walking around the building, where contemporary elements meet decorative period details.
The building has multiple elevators and a clear layout that makes navigating inside straightforward for visitors. Various government departments operate from here, so different sections serve specific administrative functions.
The building is managed by Legador S.A., a state corporation that leases space to various organizations. This makes it function as a shared administrative hub rather than solely a presidential workplace.
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