--- title: Plaza Towers | Neumann Monson Architects description: Plaza Towers diversifies Iowa City's downtown demographics while providing office, retail, and residential space. --- [Skip to main content](https://neumannmonson.com/plaza-towers-2#maincontent) # Plaza Towers Weathering a contentious approval process, Plaza Towers diversified downtown’s demographics and introduced a synergistic mix of new uses when Iowa City’s downtown was regressing into a “campus town” and losing its role as the community’s commercial and cultural center. To support the permanent resident population, the project interwove a complex program in collaboration with a local hotelier, a gym operator, holistic healing practitioners, a grocer, and the adjacent public library. Efficient use of materials and building systems enabled the project to meet a $126/sf first cost that could be supported by a proforma. Plaza Towers opened fully occupied and has been since. The grocery store, restaurant, office space, and hotel add vitality to downtown. The project is a community gathering place, integrating an active adult population into downtown’s fabric while nearly tripling the Central Business District’s tax base and embedding infrastructure to support and catalyze local investment.  **Project Type: **Mixed-Use **Location: **Iowa City, Iowa **Size: **210,000 SF **Completed: **2006 **Awards: **2006 AIA Iowa Design Award ## Start Your Architectural Journey You deserve a space where your organization reaches its potential. Let’s help you get there. Schedule a 30-minute call with an expert architect to discuss your project and goals. We typically respond within 2-3 business days. [Meet with Us ](https://neumannmonson.com/meet-with-us) [Explore our Services ](https://neumannmonson.com/services)