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{{Short description|Skyscraper in Atlanta, Georgia}}
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| caption = One Atlantic Center
| caption = One Atlantic Center
| alternate_names = IBM Tower
| alternate_names = IBM Tower
| location = 1201 West Peachtree Street<br>[[Atlanta]]
| location = 1201 West Peachtree Street<br />[[Atlanta]]
| coordinates = {{coord|33.786944|-84.387222|region:US-GA|display=inline,title}}
| coordinates = {{coord|33.786944|-84.387222|region:US-GA|display=inline,title}}
| map_type = Midtown Atlanta
| map_type = Midtown Atlanta
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| cost =
| cost =
| floor_area = {{convert|1,098,705|sqft|abbr=on}}
| floor_area = {{convert|1,098,705|sqft|abbr=on}}
| architect = [[Philip Johnson|Johnson]]/[[John Burgee|Burgee]] Architects<br>[[Heery International]], Inc.
| architect = [[Philip Johnson|Johnson]]/[[John Burgee|Burgee]] Architects<br />[[Heery International]], Inc.
| structural_engineer=
| structural_engineer=
| main_contractor = [[The Beck Group]]
| main_contractor = [[The Beck Group]]
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| owner = [[AC Property Owner LP]]
| owner = [[AC Property Owner LP]]
| management = [[AC Property Owner LP]]
| management = [[AC Property Owner LP]]
| references = <ref>{{Emporis|121138}}</ref><ref>{{Glass Steel and Stone|686}}</ref><ref>{{SkyscraperPage|1875}}</ref><ref>{{Structurae|20025136}}</ref>
| references = <ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.emporis.com/buildings/121138 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304142250/https://www.emporis.com/buildings/121138 |url-status=usurped |archive-date=March 4, 2016 |title=Emporis building ID 121138 |work=[[Emporis]]}}</ref><ref>{{Glass Steel and Stone|686}}</ref><ref>{{SkyscraperPage|1875}}</ref><ref>{{Structurae|20025136}}</ref>
|website = {{URL|http://www.1ac.com/}}
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'''One Atlantic Center''', also known as '''IBM Tower''', is a [[skyscraper]] located in [[Midtown Atlanta]], [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]].
'''One Atlantic Center''', also known as '''IBM Tower''', is a [[skyscraper]] located in [[Midtown Atlanta]], [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. It is the [[List of tallest buildings in Atlanta|third tallest building in Atlanta]].


==History==
==History==
It is the third-tallest in [[Atlanta]], reaching a height of {{convert|820|ft|m}} with 50 stories of [[office]] space with a total building area of 1,187,676 sq.ft.<ref>{{cite web|title=One Atlantic Center|url=https://www.credifi.com/ui/freemium/propertydetails/1201-W-Peachtree-St-Atlanta-GA/568500fdfbffa90cf4b40d57|website=CrediFi|accessdate=16 October 2016}}</ref> It was completed in 1987 and remained the tallest building in Atlanta until 1992, when it was surpassed by the [[Bank of America Plaza (Atlanta)|Bank of America Plaza]], which was also built in Midtown. It was also the tallest building in the southeastern U.S. at the time of completion, surpassing the [[Southeast Financial Center]] in [[Miami]].
It is the third-tallest in [[Atlanta]], reaching a height of {{convert|820|ft|m}} with 50 stories of [[office]] space with a total building area of 1,187,676 sq.ft.<ref>{{cite web|title=One Atlantic Center|url=https://www.credifi.com/ui/freemium/propertydetails/1201-W-Peachtree-St-Atlanta-GA/568500fdfbffa90cf4b40d57|website=CrediFi|access-date=16 October 2016}}</ref> When the slender concrete core was completed in October 1986, it was the tallest [[Climbing formwork|slipformed]] skyscraper in the country.<ref>{{cite web |title=LASERS GUIDE SLIPFORMING OF ATLANTA'S IBM TOWER |url=https://www.concreteconstruction.net/how-to/construction/lasers-guide-slipforming-of-atlantas-ibm-tower_o |website=Concrete Construction}}</ref> It was completed in 1987 and remained the tallest building in Atlanta until 1992, when it was surpassed by the [[Bank of America Plaza (Atlanta)|Bank of America Plaza]], which was built on the northern edge of Downtown adjacent to Midtown. It was also the tallest building in the southeastern U.S. at the time of completion, surpassing the [[Southeast Financial Center]] in [[Miami]]. In the 1990s, IBM, along with other large corporations, changed financial focus to leverage assets and decrease real estate holdings. IBM sold this property, along with others.


==Design==
==Design==
The building was commissioned by Prentiss Properties as a southeastern headquarters for [[IBM]], a company responsible for many notable skyscrapers of the 1980s. Aside from introducing Atlanta to the postmodern architectural idiom of the 80s, this tower is notable for essentially creating what is now the Midtown commercial district. Located at the then-remote corner of 14th and West Peachtree Street over a mile from [[Downtown Atlanta|Downtown]], this building nevertheless opened nearly fully occupied and thus attracted developers to Midtown in droves.
The building was commissioned by Prentiss Properties as a southeastern headquarters for [[IBM]], a company responsible for many notable skyscrapers of the 1980s. A local and well known engineer, Blake Van Leer, was the lead engineer for the project. Van Leer worked on most of the major skyline projects in the area during the 70s and 80s.<ref>{{cite web |title=Blake Van Leer Obituary (2024) |url=https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/keysnews/name/blake-van-leer-obituary?id=56893994 |website=Legacy.com}}</ref> Aside from introducing Atlanta to the postmodern architectural idiom of the 80s, this tower is notable for essentially creating what is now the Midtown commercial district. Located at the then-remote corner of 14th and West Peachtree Street over a mile from [[Downtown Atlanta|Downtown]], this building nevertheless opened nearly fully occupied and thus attracted developers to Midtown.


==Architecture==
==Architecture==
The building's exterior is clad in pink Spanish [[granite]] and culminates in a copper pyramidal top with a gold peak. The design includes [[Gothic Architecture|gothic]] flourishes, most noticeably below the copper top of the building. At night the peak and ridges along the top are illuminated brightly, creating a glowing effect.
The design of the building was influenced by the [[Tribune Tower]] in Chicago, which is most evident in the base of the building as well as the main body.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.nytimes.com/1988/05/08/arts/architecture-view-american-gothic-rides-high-in-atlanta-s-ibm-building.html|title = ARCHITECTURE VIEW; American Gothic Rides High in Atlanta's I.B.M. Building|newspaper = The New York Times|date = 8 May 1988|last1 = Goldberger|first1 = Paul}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.walterpmoore.com/projects/one-atlantic-center|title=One Atlantic Center|date=5 March 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.emporis.com/buildings/121138/one-atlantic-center-atlanta-ga-usa |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150403005416/http://www.emporis.com/buildings/121138/one-atlantic-center-atlanta-ga-usa |url-status=usurped |archive-date=April 3, 2015 |title=One Atlantic Center, Atlanta &#124; 121138 |publisher=Emporis |date=1985-05-07 |accessdate=2022-05-02}}</ref> The building's exterior is clad in pink Spanish [[granite]] and culminates in a copper pyramidal top with a gold peak. The design includes [[Gothic Architecture|gothic]] flourishes, most noticeably below the copper top of the building. At night the peak and ridges along the top are illuminated brightly, creating a glowing effect.


==Other phases==
==Other phases==
It was joined in 2001 by the much shorter [[Regions Plaza (Atlanta, Georgia)|Regions Plaza]] building, which bears similar postmodern design and was constructed across the street as the second phase of the Atlantic Center development. Atlantic Center Plaza's design and architecture are so similar, it has affectionately become known in Atlanta as the "Mini Me" building, named after the comical dwarfish clone of Dr. Evil in the Austin Powers movies.
It was joined in 2001 by the much shorter [[Regions Plaza (Atlanta, Georgia)|Regions Plaza]] building, which bears similar postmodern design and was constructed across the street as the second phase of the Atlantic Center development. Atlantic Center Plaza's design and architecture are so similar that it has affectionately become known in Atlanta as the "Mini Me" building, named after the comical dwarfish clone of Dr. Evil in the Austin Powers movies.{{citation needed|date=January 2022}}


==Development==
==Development==
One Atlantic Center was designed by [[Johnson/Burgee Architects]]. As associate architect, [[Heery International]], Inc. produced the contract documents. Both Atlantic Center Towers were constructed by HCBeck, now known as [[The Beck Group]].
One Atlantic Center was designed by [[Johnson/Burgee Architects]]. As associate architect, [[Heery International]], Inc. produced the contract documents. Both Atlantic Center Towers were constructed by HCBeck, now known as [[The Beck Group]].


==Major Tenants==
==Major tenants==
* [[Alston & Bird]]
* [[Alston & Bird]]
* [[RSM Global]]
* [[Carlton Fields]]
* [[Carlton Fields]]
* [[Bryan Cave]]
* [[Bryan Cave]]
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* [[Korn Ferry International]]
* [[Korn Ferry International]]
* [[Equifax]]
* [[Equifax]]
* [[RouteMatch Software]]
* [[JAMS (alternative dispute resolution)|JAMS]]
* [[JAMS (alternative dispute resolution)|JAMS]]
* [[FTI Consulting]]
* [[FTI Consulting]]
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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.1ac.com/ One Atlantic Center official website]
* [http://www.1ac.com/ One Atlantic Center official website]
* [http://www.hines.com/property/detail.aspx?id=1943 One Atlantic Center] at [[Hines Interests Limited Partnership]]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20100529151116/http://www.hines.com/property/detail.aspx?id=1943 One Atlantic Center] at [[Hines Interests Limited Partnership]]


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[[Category:Skyscraper office buildings in Atlanta]]
[[Category:Skyscraper office buildings in Atlanta]]

Latest revision as of 01:47, 6 January 2025

One Atlantic Center
One Atlantic Center
One Atlantic Center is located in Atlanta Midtown
One Atlantic Center
location in Midtown Atlanta
Alternative namesIBM Tower
General information
TypeCommercial offices
Location1201 West Peachtree Street
Atlanta
Coordinates33°47′13″N 84°23′14″W / 33.786944°N 84.387222°W / 33.786944; -84.387222
Construction started1986
Completed1987
OwnerAC Property Owner LP
ManagementAC Property Owner LP
Height
Roof250 m (820 ft)
Technical details
Floor count50
Floor area1,098,705 sq ft (102,073.0 m2)
Lifts/elevators24
Design and construction
Architect(s)Johnson/Burgee Architects
Heery International, Inc.
DeveloperPrentiss Properties
Main contractorThe Beck Group
Website
www.1ac.com
References
[1][2][3][4]

One Atlantic Center, also known as IBM Tower, is a skyscraper located in Midtown Atlanta, Georgia. It is the third tallest building in Atlanta.

History

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It is the third-tallest in Atlanta, reaching a height of 820 feet (250 m) with 50 stories of office space with a total building area of 1,187,676 sq.ft.[5] When the slender concrete core was completed in October 1986, it was the tallest slipformed skyscraper in the country.[6] It was completed in 1987 and remained the tallest building in Atlanta until 1992, when it was surpassed by the Bank of America Plaza, which was built on the northern edge of Downtown adjacent to Midtown. It was also the tallest building in the southeastern U.S. at the time of completion, surpassing the Southeast Financial Center in Miami. In the 1990s, IBM, along with other large corporations, changed financial focus to leverage assets and decrease real estate holdings. IBM sold this property, along with others.

Design

[edit]

The building was commissioned by Prentiss Properties as a southeastern headquarters for IBM, a company responsible for many notable skyscrapers of the 1980s. A local and well known engineer, Blake Van Leer, was the lead engineer for the project. Van Leer worked on most of the major skyline projects in the area during the 70s and 80s.[7] Aside from introducing Atlanta to the postmodern architectural idiom of the 80s, this tower is notable for essentially creating what is now the Midtown commercial district. Located at the then-remote corner of 14th and West Peachtree Street over a mile from Downtown, this building nevertheless opened nearly fully occupied and thus attracted developers to Midtown.

Architecture

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The design of the building was influenced by the Tribune Tower in Chicago, which is most evident in the base of the building as well as the main body.[8][9][10] The building's exterior is clad in pink Spanish granite and culminates in a copper pyramidal top with a gold peak. The design includes gothic flourishes, most noticeably below the copper top of the building. At night the peak and ridges along the top are illuminated brightly, creating a glowing effect.

Other phases

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It was joined in 2001 by the much shorter Regions Plaza building, which bears similar postmodern design and was constructed across the street as the second phase of the Atlantic Center development. Atlantic Center Plaza's design and architecture are so similar that it has affectionately become known in Atlanta as the "Mini Me" building, named after the comical dwarfish clone of Dr. Evil in the Austin Powers movies.[citation needed]

Development

[edit]

One Atlantic Center was designed by Johnson/Burgee Architects. As associate architect, Heery International, Inc. produced the contract documents. Both Atlantic Center Towers were constructed by HCBeck, now known as The Beck Group.

Major tenants

[edit]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Emporis building ID 121138". Emporis. Archived from the original on March 4, 2016.
  2. ^ One Atlantic Center at Glass Steel and Stone (archived)
  3. ^ "One Atlantic Center". SkyscraperPage.
  4. ^ One Atlantic Center at Structurae
  5. ^ "One Atlantic Center". CrediFi. Retrieved 16 October 2016.
  6. ^ "LASERS GUIDE SLIPFORMING OF ATLANTA'S IBM TOWER". Concrete Construction.
  7. ^ "Blake Van Leer Obituary (2024)". Legacy.com.
  8. ^ Goldberger, Paul (8 May 1988). "ARCHITECTURE VIEW; American Gothic Rides High in Atlanta's I.B.M. Building". The New York Times.
  9. ^ "One Atlantic Center". 5 March 2015.
  10. ^ "One Atlantic Center, Atlanta | 121138". Emporis. 1985-05-07. Archived from the original on April 3, 2015. Retrieved 2022-05-02.
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