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The Spires (Houston)

Coordinates: 29°42′26″N 95°23′19″W / 29.7071°N 95.3885°W / 29.7071; -95.3885
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The Spires
The Spires, a 40-story residential skyscraper.
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General information
StatusCompleted
TypeResidential
Location2001 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, Texas
Coordinates29°42′26″N 95°23′19″W / 29.7071°N 95.3885°W / 29.7071; -95.3885
Completed1983
OwnerThe Spires is a Homeowners Association
ManagementGiancarllo (John) Ferraro
Height
Roof426 ft (130 m)
Technical details
Floor count40
Lifts/elevators5 (4 interior / 1 garage)
Design and construction
Architect(s)HKS, Inc.

The Spires is a 426-ft. (130m) tall skyscraper in Houston, Texas. It was completed in 1983 and has 40 floors, making it the 39th tallest building in the city. It is the tallest and most prominent building in Hermann Park, and is visible from the southeast throughout the Houston Zoo. The Spires is a self managed condominium building where homeowners are involved through various committees. The Spires' Board of Directors includes 11 homeowners who meet regularly. The Spires is considered one of the best managed residential highrise buildings in Houston.

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