Franklin Exchange Building, Office skyscraper in downtown Tampa, United States
The Franklin Exchange Building is an office skyscraper in downtown Tampa that rises 22 stories and reaches 280 feet (85 meters) high. Its concrete and glass structure features uniform window rows and a clean rectangular form typical of commercial towers from that construction period.
The building was completed in 1966 and marks a period when Tampa's downtown grew upward with new office towers. It was among the first major structures that shaped the city's skyline during this expansion phase.
The building's form reflects design trends from its era, with clean lines and repetitive window patterns that define its street presence. Its role in Tampa's downtown shows how office towers shaped the city's character during the mid-20th century.
The building sits on North Franklin Street and is visible from various points around downtown Tampa. Since its 2013 renovation, it offers updated office spaces with modern facilities for business operations.
The building housed the first colocation facility of the Wikimedia Foundation, playing a role in early internet infrastructure. This technical role often goes unnoticed, though it marks a quiet moment in Tampa's digital history.
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