Condominio Acero, Modernist office building in downtown Monterrey, Mexico.
Description
Condominio Acero is a modernist office building in downtown Monterrey featuring 22 floors above ground and two levels below for parking. The structure combines steel and glass throughout, housing a total of 302 office spaces distributed across its stories.
History
Construction began in 1957 and the building opened in 1959 as one of the first condominium buildings in northern Mexico. It marked a turning point in the development of modern office buildings throughout the region.
Culture
The building reflects Monterrey's transformation into an industrial center, with its steel and glass structure showing the economic power of the region. Its form embodies local business pride in modern design and technical progress.
Practical
The building is located in downtown Monterrey at Ignacio Zaragoza 1000 and is accessible during business hours, mainly on weekdays. Plan your visit for weekdays when most offices are active and the interior spaces feel most lively.
Did you know?
The Mexican Senate designated this building as a National Monument in 2003, recognizing its importance as a pioneering condominium architecture work. This honor highlights it as an example of a turning point in Mexico's architectural evolution.
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