First City Building
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First City Building | |
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| Location | 505 Orleans St. |
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| Built | 1962 |
| Architect | Llewellyn W. Pitts |
| Architectural style | Modernism |
| Part of | Beaumont Commercial District |
The First City Building was built in 1962 for the First Security National Bank. The five story building was built by renowned architect L.W. Pitts and built in the modernism style. It is known for its facade of cast concrete, designed to reflect the sun and reduce cooling costs. The building is used as offices today.[1][2]
Photo Gallery
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Main lobby.
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Banking lobby.
References
- ↑ http://beaumontmainstreet.com/econdev_property.php#firstcity| Beaumont Main Street listing
- ↑ http://www.emporis.com/application/?lng=3&nav=building&id=232273| Emporis Building Information
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