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The Littlefield Building at the northeast corner of Sixth and Congress displays the Beaux Arts style of architecture favored at the time of its inception in 1910. It took two years to build and, at the time of its completion, was undeniably the most opulent and modern structure in the nation. Its novel roof garden was the prestigious location for evening soirees. The view was stupendous.Originally conceived as an eight-story building, the rivalry between Major Littlefield and Emerson Scarbrough motivated Littlefield to enclose the roof garden and create a ninth floor. By doing this, he not only bested his Scarbrough rival by one story, he could also boast that he owned the tallest skyscraper between New Orleans and San Francisco. Today, the Littlefield Building offers elegant commercial space within minutes of the city’s many restaurants, banks, dry cleaners, fitness facilities and art museums. Here, a feeling of camaraderie prevails as the Littlefield Building’s business community shares a sense of Austin’s past with its commercial present. Leasing Contacts |
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