Houston Main Building
| Houston Main Building | |
|---|---|
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| Former names | Prudential Building |
| General information | |
| Status | Demolished |
| Type | Office |
| Architectural style | Modernist |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
| Address | 1100 Holcombe Blvd |
| Construction started | 1950 |
| Completed | 1952 |
| Demolished | January 8, 2012 |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 20 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Kenneth Franzheim |
| Developer | Prudential Insurance Company of America |
The Houston Main Building, originally known as the Prudential Building, was a prominent office building located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas. Designed by architect Kenneth Franzheim, the building was completed in 1952 and served as the regional headquarters for the Prudential Insurance Company of America.
History[edit | edit source]
The Houston Main Building was constructed between 1950 and 1952. It was one of the first high-rise buildings in the Texas Medical Center, a major healthcare and research district in Houston. The building was notable for its modernist architectural style and was a significant example of mid-20th-century office architecture.
In 1975, the building was acquired by the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, which used it for administrative offices and other functions. The building was renamed the Houston Main Building at this time.
Demolition[edit | edit source]
Despite its historical significance, the Houston Main Building was demolished on January 8, 2012. The decision to demolish the building was made due to the high cost of maintenance and the need for modern facilities to support the growing needs of the Texas Medical Center.
Architecture[edit | edit source]
The Houston Main Building was designed in the modernist style, characterized by its clean lines, functional design, and use of new materials and construction techniques. The building had 20 floors and was one of the tallest buildings in the Texas Medical Center at the time of its completion.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Although the Houston Main Building no longer stands, its impact on the development of the Texas Medical Center and its role in the history of Houston's architectural landscape remain significant. The site where the building once stood continues to be part of the ever-expanding Texas Medical Center.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Texas Medical Center
- University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
- Kenneth Franzheim
- Modernist architecture
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