Texaco Center, Office skyscraper in Central Business District, New Orleans, United States.
Description
Texaco Center stands at 400 Poydras Street with 32 floors and a height of about 442 feet, clad in black granite and insulated glass windows. The building provides about 620,000 square feet of office space, with each floor averaging about 22,000 square feet.
History
Architects Skidmore, Owings and Merrill designed this skyscraper, which opened in 1983. The tower became part of the modernization efforts in New Orleans' business district during that decade.
Culture
Inside, the building displays regional artworks that reflect the artistic heritage of New Orleans and Louisiana. These pieces connect the modern architecture to local creative traditions.
Practical
The tower has 19 elevators to move visitors and workers efficiently throughout the building. Its central location provides easy access to nearby streetcars and other transit options.
Did you know?
From above, the building offers clear views of the Mississippi River, the French Quarter, and the business district skyline. These vistas make the upper floors an informal lookout point for those who visit.
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