Skyrise Blog Posts about High-Rise Construction

Exploring the Vertical Evolution of Luxury Condos in the Bayou City

Since the early 1980's Houston’s skyline has told a story of ambition — from gleaming office towers to bold new residential high-rises that redefine luxury living. While the city’s tallest structures were once mostly offices, a new class of condominium and mixed-use towers is quickly changing that history.

These buildings might not be the newest or the most expensive condo towers in Houston, but if you're looking for the best views you've come to the right place. Let’s explore Houston’s tallest condo towers, from timeless icons to modern glass landmarks.

The Huntingdon Condos Houston1. The Huntingdon

Address: 2121 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77019
Height: ~503 feet | Floors: 34
Completed: 1984

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LEED PlaqueLEED is about leadership in green thinking — it’s intended to make buildings more efficient and better for the environment. You’ve probably seen a LEED certification on a building before, or perhaps you’ve seen it advertised in a new condo building that you are considering buying into. You probably already know that LEED means green.

However, as you might expect, it’s a little more complex than that. Below, you’ll find a quick condo-focused guide to the points that LEED considers, the process of reviewing projects and the various levels of certifications available.

An Introduction to Green Buildings

The USGBC is currently on LEED 5., and the program has expanded to cover various different types of developments. There are nine major categories…

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