ExxonMobil Building, Corporate skyscraper in downtown Houston, United States.
The ExxonMobil Building is a 44-story skyscraper reaching approximately 185 meters in downtown Houston's central business district. Its exterior features distinctive vertical fins designed to shield office spaces from the intense Texas sunlight.
The building opened in 1963 as the tallest structure west of the Mississippi River at that time. Its record lasted only until 1965 when another building surpassed it.
The building displays special lighting during local sports events, reflecting how downtown Houston shows support for its teams. This kind of public celebration through architecture is part of the city's identity and connection to community traditions.
The building sits at 800 Bell Street in the heart of Houston's downtown area and is easily accessible on foot. The surrounding neighborhood offers clear sightlines due to the concentration of tall structures in the business district.
The building underwent conversion from office space to residential apartments beginning in 2022, reflecting changing uses of downtown structures. This transformation represents a broader shift in how older corporate buildings are being repurposed to meet housing needs in the city.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1963
Architects: Welton Becket
Floors above the ground: 44
Address: 800 Bell Avenue, Houston, TX, United States
GPS coordinates: 29.75350,-95.36940
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:42
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