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777 Tower
777 Tower Los Angeles Pelli LC-HS503-502.jpg
Alternative names 7th + FIG
Citicorp Plaza
Pelli Tower
General information
Status Complete
Type Commercial offices
Location 777 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, California
Coordinates 34°02′54″N 118°15′41″W / 34.04845°N 118.26138°W / 34.04845; -118.26138
Construction started 1988
Completed 1991
Cost US$250 million
Owner Brookfield Office Properties
Height
Roof 220.98 m (725.0 ft)
Technical details
Floor count 55
Floor area 1,025,000 sq ft (95,200 m2)
Lifts/elevators 33
Design and construction
Architect César Pelli
Developer South Figueroa Plaza Associates
Structural engineer John A. Martin & Associates
Main contractor Peck/Jones (now Jones & Jones)

The 777 Tower is a very tall office building in Downtown Los Angeles, California. It stands 221 meters (725 feet) high and has 52 floors. This impressive building was designed by the famous architect César Pelli.

It is located at 777 South Figueroa Street in the city's Financial District. The building was finished in 1991 and was first known as Citicorp Plaza. It is also sometimes called the Pelli Tower after its architect.

The 777 Tower has a huge space inside, about 95,200 square meters (1,025,000 square feet). Its lobby, which is the entrance area, is three stories high and decorated with beautiful Italian marble. The outside of the building is covered with white metal and glass, giving it a unique look.

This tower is right next to the FIGat7th shopping center. This shopping center opened in 1986. The 777 Tower has also appeared in movies, like "Police Academy 6: City Under Siege" (1989) and "Swordfish" (2001).

Who uses the 777 Tower?

Many different companies have offices inside the 777 Tower. These companies use the building for their business operations.

What awards has the 777 Tower won?

The 777 Tower has received several awards for its design and management. These awards show that it is a well-designed and well-kept building.

  • 1993 LA Business Council Best High Rise Commercial Bldg
  • 1994 LA Business Council Beautification Award
  • 1996 Building Owners and Managers Association Building of the Year Award

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