The Melrose Building is a building in downtown Houston, Texas, United States.[1] Completed in 1952 as Houston's first International Style skyscraper, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[2]

Melrose Building
The building's exterior in 2021
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Alternative namesLe Méridien Houston Downtown
General information
TypeHotel
Architectural styleModern
LocationDowntown Houston
Address1121 Walker Street
Town or cityHouston, Texas
CountryUnited States
Coordinates29°45′25″N 95°21′46″W / 29.75694°N 95.36278°W / 29.75694; -95.36278
Renovated2017

Following a major renovation and restoration, the building opened as Le Méridien Houston Downtown in September 2017.

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References

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  1. ^ Gonzales, J. R. (December 4, 2015). "The Melrose Building is one of Houston's important structures. Here's why". Houston Chronicle. Archived from the original on May 12, 2021. Retrieved May 12, 2021.
  2. ^ "National Register of Historic Places Program: Melrose Building". National Park Service. Archived from the original on August 2, 2017. Retrieved May 12, 2021.