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One International Place
NameOne International Place
LocationBoston, Massachusetts, United States
Start date1985
Completion date1987
Opening date1987
Height600 ft (183 m)
Floor count46
ArchitectJohnson/Burgee Architects
DeveloperThe Chiofaro Company
Structural engineerLeMessurier Consultants
Main contractorPerini Corporation

One International Place. It is a 46-story, 600-foot (183 m) skyscraper in the Financial District of Boston, Massachusetts. Completed in 1987, the tower is a prominent feature of the Boston skyline and forms part of the larger International Place complex. The building is known for its distinctive postmodern design and houses a significant concentration of law firms, financial services companies, and corporate offices.

History

The site was previously occupied by the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company headquarters before redevelopment by The Chiofaro Company, led by developer Donald Chiofaro. Construction began in 1985 amidst a period of significant commercial growth in Downtown Boston. The tower's completion in 1987 coincided with the opening of the adjacent Two International Place, solidifying the complex's role in the city's commercial real estate market. Its development was part of a broader wave of postmodern architecture that transformed the urban fabric of Boston during the late 20th century, alongside projects like 500 Boylston Street and 100 Federal Street.

Architecture

Designed by the renowned firm Johnson/Burgee Architects, the building is a prime example of postmodern architecture. The structure features a granite and glass facade with a distinctive crown illuminated at night, drawing inspiration from classical elements reinterpreted in a contemporary context. The architectural design was influenced by earlier works like the AT&T Building in New York City. The lobby incorporates polished marble and decorative metalwork, creating a grand entrance. The structural engineering was handled by LeMessurier Consultants, known for their work on John Hancock Tower.

Tenants and amenities

The tower is a major hub for professional services, with anchor tenants including the international law firm Goodwin Procter and the investment management company Eaton Vance, now part of Morgan Stanley. Other notable occupants have included Bank of America, Brown Brothers Harriman, and the Consulate General of Ireland. The building offers extensive amenities such as a direct connection to South Station via the Dewey Square Tunnel, on-site dining options, a fitness center, and conference facilities. The complex also includes the International Place retail arcade.

The distinctive silhouette has featured in several films and television series set in Boston. It appears in establishing shots for the legal drama Boston Legal and the crime film The Departed, directed by Martin Scorsese. The tower is also visible in background scenes of the television series Ally McBeal, which was set in a fictional Boston law firm. Its prominent crown and location near Boston Harbor make it a recognizable landmark in media depicting the city's urban landscape.

See also

* Two International Place * 200 Clarendon Street * Millennium Tower * List of tallest buildings in Boston

Category:Skyscrapers in Boston Category:Office buildings completed in 1987 Category:Postmodern architecture in Massachusetts