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			.Building Navigation. History Old Photos Photos Colorizations Our Thoughts The history of Detroit Building is gathered from many internet and text sources. Though every attempt is made to present up-to-date and accurate information, we cannot guarantee that inaccuracies will not occur. All rights reserved.					BuildingsOfDetroit.COM > Places > Detroit Building Detroit Building 2100 Park Avenue, Detroit  Status: Closed AKA: Detroit Life Building Style(s): Neo-Classical Architect : Unknown Owner: Ilitch Holdings Architectural Firm: Arnold & Shreve         The Neo-Classical exterior of the Detroit Building     This 10-story, neo-classical style building designed by Arnold & Shreve was completed in 1923, and was then called the 'Detroit Life Building', for the Detroit Life Insurance, who were the original tenants. Detroit Life Insurance occupied the top four floors of the building upon completion. Other tenants present in the building at the time were the Library Bureau and Zimmer Kelly Institute. The 'Life' portion of the building name was dropped sometime after, giving its present name, the 'Detroit Building.' This change likely occurred after the Detroit Life Insurance vacated the building. The building was occupied until it closed in 1977. It remains abandoned to this day. A new roof was installed in 2005. On January 12th, 2006, Atanas Ilitch of Ilitch Holdings announced the renovation of the building into office space. The restoration team consists of JCBeal Construction, and the Kraemer Design Group. The building is a part of the Park Avenue Historic District. Official Website: www.thedetroitlifebuilding.com                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                ^top