Located at 600 Woodward Avenue on the northeast corner of Woodward and Congress Street, the Vinton Building is a prominent residential high-rise in downtown Detroit. Designed by Albert Kahn and completed in 1917, the building stands 12 stories tall, reaching a height of 172 ft (52 m) with two basement levels for a total of 14 floors. Constructed in the neo-classical architectural style, the structure is primarily composed of terra cotta and features a peaked parapet wall on the front façade reminiscent of classical temples.
The building has a significant history of development and preservation. It was designated a Michigan State Historic Site in 1982 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. While it underwent a renovation starting in 2005 to create lofts and commercial space, that project stalled and was officially halted by 2010. The building later changed hands in 2013 when it was purchased by Bedrock, owned by Dan Gilbert.
In 2017, Bedrock partnered with Kraemer Design Group to renovate the structure into a luxury-style apartment building. The redesign included a complete overhaul of the interior and exterior, offering one-, two-, and three-bedroom luxury apartments. Today, the Vinton Building features biometric security, smart technology, and upscale finishes. It also houses the fine-dining restaurant BESA and a concierge service, while remaining connected to the First National Parking Garage.
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