LaSalle Plaza facts for kids
Quick facts for kids LaSalle Plaza |
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View from Hennepin Avenue
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| General information | |
| Type | Mixed Use Office |
| Architectural style | Art Deco |
| Location | Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Address | 800 LaSalle Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
| Coordinates | 44°58′35″N 93°16′30.5″W / 44.97639°N 93.275139°W |
| Current tenants | Robins Kaplan LLP, AECOM, CBRE Group, Others |
| Completed | 1991 |
| Owner | Zeller Realty Group |
| Height | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 30 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Ellerbe Becket |
| Awards and prizes | LEED Gold, BOMA 360 Performance Building |
LaSalle Plaza is a very tall building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It stands 387 feet (118 meters) high, which is about as tall as a 30-story building! This impressive structure was built in 1991. It's not just an office building; it also has shops and restaurants.
LaSalle Plaza is special because it was built around the old and famous Historic State Theatre. It takes up a whole city block, surrounded by 8th Street S, LaSalle Avenue, 9th Street S, and Hennepin Avenue. It's also connected by skyway to many other important places downtown, like the Target Center and the University of St. Thomas.
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Building Design and Features
LaSalle Plaza has a unique look, especially at the top. Its peak has five tiers that look like stylized grains of wheat. The outside of the building is made from light-colored Kasota limestone. It also has dark Black Galaxy granite at the bottom. The upper parts are covered with shiny glass windows. These windows reflect the sky and are mixed with vertical limestone columns.
Inside the Plaza
When you go inside, you'll see elegant designs and high-quality finishes. The main lobbies are bright and welcoming. The floors are made of custom black and white terrazzo panels. These panels have pretty emerald green marble and brass designs.
A grand staircase leads to a five-story glass atrium. This atrium is a large, open space with a glass roof. Below it, there's a two-story water feature that cascades down. Above the water, you can see a beautiful mural of the sky. The area also has plants, trees, and cool blue hand-blown glass art.
Retail Concourse
The retail concourse is like an extension of the lobby. It has eye-catching glass storefronts for the shops. The carpet here has won awards and is trimmed with black marble. There's also an opening in the floor that lets you see down to the colonnade below.
Art in LaSalle Plaza
Besides the beautiful Historic State Theatre, LaSalle Plaza is home to some amazing artworks.
Totem Pole
In the main lobby on LaSalle Avenue, you'll find a special art piece called Totem Pole. This artwork was created by a famous artist named George Morrison. It's made from different kinds of colorful and exotic wood. It stands out right near the main entrance.
Top Hat Sculpture
On the west side of the building, facing Hennepin Avenue, there's an aerial art piece called Top Hat. This artwork was made by Stanton G. Sears. It shows Fred Astaire, a famous dancer, wearing a top hat. This piece helps connect the building to the nearby theater district.
Who Works Here?
LaSalle Plaza is home to many different companies, both big and small. Some of the main tenants include:
- AECOM
- Bep Eatery
- The Capital Grille
- CBRE
- Crave Restaurant & Rooftop
- Fox Sports North (offices and broadcast studios)
- Green & the Grain
- Robins Kaplan LLP
- Rock Bottom Brewery
