Towers on Capitol Mall, Skyscraper project in Downtown Sacramento, US.
Description
Towers on Capitol Mall is a skyscraper project in Downtown Sacramento designed as twin 53-story buildings reaching 615 feet (188 meters) in height. The development would have included 804 condominiums, a 200-room InterContinental Hotel, and retail spaces for international luxury brands.
History
Construction of the project began in 2006 but halted due to financial difficulties that emerged during the development phase. Major investors including CalPERS and Deutsche Bank withdrew their support as financial challenges mounted.
Culture
The development included plans for 804 condominiums, a 200-room InterContinental Hotel, and retail spaces featuring international luxury brands.
Practical
The site sits near Tower Bridge at the eastern edge of Downtown Sacramento and is accessible on foot. The lot remains open and visible, showing the foundation piles that were installed in 2006 and stand ready for potential future construction.
Did you know?
The foundation piles remain visible on the lot, showing underground work that never progressed beyond ground level. Visitors can see this rare example of incomplete infrastructure that has been waiting for nearly two decades.
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