Hubbell Building (Des Moines, Iowa)

The Hubbell Building, a historic ten-story structure in downtown Des Moines, Iowa, stands at 151 feet tall and was completed in 1913. Designed by the notable architectural firm Proudfoot, Bird & Rawson, it originally served as the headquarters for F. M. Hubbell, Son, & Company, a prominent real estate firm. The building showcases a steel frame covered in brick, though it underwent modifications in the late 1940s and 1950s that simplified its ornate design. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2004 and has been featured on the Discovery Channel's Dirty Jobs. Additionally, it connects to the Des Moines skywalk system, making it accessible for visitors exploring the city.