1010 Common, Skyscraper in Central Business District, New Orleans, United States.
1010 Common is a 31-floor office building located in the Central Business District, featuring straight lines and contemporary architectural design. The structure serves as a workspace hub for multiple companies in New Orleans' financial center.
The building was completed in 1970 by architectural firm Skidmore Owings Merrill during a period of significant commercial expansion. This construction reflected the city's shift toward modernizing its financial center.
The building was originally the Bank of New Orleans Building, and its address gives it the name 1010 Common. Since 2016 it has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its lower and middle floors are being fitted out for the Fairmont New Orleans hotel, planned for 250 rooms across 17 floors.
The building is easy to spot from street level due to its height and central location in the business district. Visitors typically view the exterior, as interior access is generally limited to building tenants and authorized personnel.
The building earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places despite being relatively young by historical standards. This recognition honors its role in reshaping how the city looked during the post-war modernization period.
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