Arcos Bosques Torre 1, Corporate skyscraper in Bosques de las Lomas, Mexico City, Mexico
Arcos Bosques Torre 1 is an office tower in Bosques de las Lomas standing about 161 meters tall with a distinctive structure of two parallel columns that connect at the top. The building spans 33 office floors with a glass exterior and includes elevator access and rooftop facilities.
Construction finished in 1996 when architects Francisco Serrano, Teodoro González, and Carlos Tejada completed their design as part of the larger Arcos Bosques business complex. The tower became an important addition to Mexico City's office landscape during the 1990s development boom.
Local workers and residents call this building "The Pants" because of its two vertical columns that meet at the top, forming a silhouette like trousers. This nickname reflects how people in the area playfully identify with the tower's most striking feature.
The tower offers multiple elevators throughout to move between floors efficiently, making it accessible for workers and visitors. Parking and building access are designed for office users, with the rooftop providing additional facilities.
The structure features two independent vertical columns that run separately for about 31 floors before connecting at the top with additional levels. This unusual design solution creates a striking landmark that stands out from typical office tower designs.
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