First National Center, Oklahoma City, OK

Growing up here in Oklahoma City, one of my favorite buildings was always First National Center. I am a big admirer of the construction and art deco style of this building, drawing in ornamental and classical aspects. Oklahoma City as a whole does not have many buildings that utilize a design like this, turning more toward modernist boxes in the past few decades. I am happy this tower is still standing (and currently being renovated), seeing as other beautiful buildings have been torn down in the past. I also appreciate the contrast in design of the building next to the other towers. The ornate base and lobby are visually stunning, as well as the stair-stepping design towards the top. Originally, this building was built for First National Bank, and although the tower is not used for that anymore (First National is now a mixed-use building), the name has held to this day. Whenever I am downtown or driving by, my eyes automatically wander to this tower as it is arguably the most visually pleasing in our skyline.

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