Rotunda, Birmingham

Rotunda
Interactive map of the Rotunda area
General information
Type
Architectural styleModern
LocationNew Street, Birmingham, England
Coordinates52°28′42.03″N 1°53′43.40″W / 52.4783417°N 1.8953889°W / 52.4783417; -1.8953889
Construction started1961
Completed1965
Renovated2004-2008
Height
Height81 metres (266 ft)
Technical details
Floor count25
Lifts/elevators2
Design and construction
ArchitectJim Roberts
Renovating team
ArchitectGlenn Howells Architects
Renovating firmUrban Splash
Listed Building – Grade II
Designated9 August 2000
Reference no.1381413
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The Rotunda is a cylindrical highrise building in Birmingham, England. The Grade II listed building is 81 metres (266 ft) tall and was completed in 1965. Originally an office block by architect James A. Roberts, it was repurposed for residential use between 2004 and 2008 by Urban Splash and Glenn Howells, and officially reopened on 13 May 2008.