Dobie Center, Student residence skyscraper near University of Texas at Austin, United States
Dobie Center is a 27-story residential tower in Austin, Texas, standing just steps from the University of Texas campus. The lower floors contain a two-level retail complex, while the upper floors are made up of furnished student apartments.
The building opened in 1972 and at that point became the tallest structure in Austin, surpassing the Texas State Capitol. The city's skyline has changed considerably since then, and the tower is now one of the older high-rises in the downtown area.
The Dobie Center sits on the edge of the University of Texas campus, making it a natural part of student daily life in that part of the city. The retail spaces on the lower floors draw in students from the surrounding area, giving the building a role beyond just housing.
The tower is within walking distance of the main University of Texas campus, making it easy to get around without a vehicle. A front desk is staffed around the clock, and each floor has laundry facilities for residents.
The roof of the building holds a basketball court, a swimming pool, and an outdoor movie theater with views over the Austin skyline. Having all three of those spaces on a single rooftop is unusual for a residential tower anywhere in the city.
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