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Downtown Tower Will Undergo Major Facelift

HOUSTON— Hines announced plans for an extensive modernization and repositioning of 26-story Two Shell Plaza in downtown Houston.

By Analee Bivins Micheletti | Updated on January 28, 2014

HOUSTON— Development in downtown Houston is on the rise and owners of existing properties are stepping up to stay relevant in a market with new construction.

Hines announced plans for an extensive modernization and repositioning of 26-story Two Shell Plaza. The property’s main entrance will move to Louisiana Street from Walker, and will be renamed 811 Louisiana. Construction will begin in April to renovate the building’s façade as well as update and expand the lobby. The project is slated to be complete by April of 2015.

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