Union Bank Building, Corporate skyscraper in Lagos, Nigeria
Description
The Union Bank Building is a skyscraper with 28 floors and a height of 124 meters, rising on Lagos Island. The structure contains office spaces and is designed following modern commercial building principles.
History
The building was completed in 1991 and marked a period of expansion in Nigeria's financial sector. Its completion was a significant moment for the country's modernized corporate architecture.
Culture
The building shows how Lagos became an important financial hub and reflects the corporate design approach of 1990s Nigeria. It represents the economic significance this location held for the country and the region.
Practical
The building is located at 36 Marina on Lagos Island, close to major business and government institutions. The location offers good connections to other parts of the financial district.
Did you know?
The Modulor Group designed the building with specific elements adapted to West African climate conditions. These climate and environmental adjustments are visible in the structure's design.
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