William P. Hobby State Office Building

The William P. Hobby State Office Building comprises three separate towers with distinct architectural designs, including glass, stucco, and concrete facades at 333 Guadalupe Street.

Completed in 1986 for 54 million dollars as Republic Plaza, the building complex transitioned to state ownership in 1990 and received its current name in honor of Lieutenant Governor William P. Hobby Jr.

Three architectural firms contributed their individual design approaches to the complex, resulting in a collection of postmodern structures that reflect 1980s architectural trends in Texas.

The 378,000-square-foot facility stands 177 feet tall and contains multiple state agencies, including the Texas Department of Insurance and Texas Medical Board.

The building combines three different construction materials: bronze-tinted glass in the first tower, pueblo revival stucco in the second, and concrete panels in the third structure.

Inception: 1986

GPS coordinates: 30.26664,-97.74622

Latest update: March 3, 2025 00:26