Just a few years ago I had the pleasure of visiting Austin, Texas. While it wasn’t my first time in the city, it was my first time going downtown and experiencing the tall skyscrapers and modern architecture. The most memorable building that caught my attention was the Frost Bank Tower. Although not the tallest building in Austin, it was the most unique. My first impression was that it looks like an owl as well as a building out of Gotham City.

The building was designed by Duda/Paine Architects and stands 33 stories in the air and was built in 2003. The exterior of the building was awe inspiring but simultaneously let off a very ominous tone. If I was an evil mastermind, this is what imagine my lair to look like. However, after entering the main lobby, that feeling immediately disappeared. While it still maintained this regal atmosphere, it gave off a more comfortable feeling by mixing elements of stone, marble, and brown leather. In fact, it somewhat reminded me of the hotel lobby in the movie Home Alone 2.

Overall, I really enjoyed this building. Rarely am I fascinated by modern architecture but this one really stands out and radiates a wide range of emotions.