Reunion Tower, Observation tower in downtown Dallas, United States
Reunion Tower is an observation tower in downtown Dallas, United States. It consists of three circular floors atop four shafts of poured-in-place concrete: a central cylindrical shaft housing stairs and mechanical equipment, and three rectangular elevator shafts with glass-paneled outer walls. The top floors are enclosed in a geodesic dome of aluminum struts.
Reunion Tower was completed on February 2, 1978, and opened to the public on April 15, 1978, as part of an urban redevelopment project that also renovated the historic Union Station. The Henry C Beck Company was the prime contractor, and the design came from Welton Becket & Associates. Developer John Scovell rejected the proposed name "Esplanade" and chose Reunion after the nineteenth-century La Reunion colony.
Locals know the glowing sphere as a landmark and city symbol on the horizon. The LED dome shifts colors for community events, sports victories, and seasonal moments.
Visitors reach the observation level by glass-walled elevators that provide open views during the 68-second ascent. The top floor is fully enclosed and climate-controlled, allowing comfortable exploration of the 360-degree views.
The GeO-Deck observation level includes high-definition cameras, interactive screens, and telescopes for exploring Dallas landmarks. The technology also creates digital guest profiles to commemorate the visit.
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