Downtown Houston+

This week, we hosted retail brokers at Swallow's Nest inside Finn Hall to share how Downtown Houston+ is driving retail growth. In 2025, we're investing $2.25M in grants to enhance street-level storefronts, revitalize historic façades and support impactful retail deals that align with our vision for a thriving Downtown. Our Clean & Safe teams, including Public Safety Guides and Cleaning Ambassadors, also work daily to ensure Downtown remains a welcoming destination for businesses, residents and visitors. These teams are on standby to assist with quality-of-life concerns—simply call 713-223-2003 for prompt support. We also presented the Keystone Deal Award to Jacob Ibarra and Tenfold Coffee Company, celebrating their move into Norton Rose Fulbright Tower as a vital addition to the Discovery Green and Avenida Houston area. Thank you to everyone who joined us! Learn more about how we're supporting retail and small businesses in Downtown: https://lnkd.in/gQutF3Yx

Downtown's newest addition is raising the bar!🌱 Walter P Moore, Skanska and the entire project team behind Norton Rose Fulbright Tower achieved a LEED Platinum V4 certification, setting a new benchmark for sustainability in Houston. This milestone highlights Downtown Houston's leadership in cutting-edge, sustainable design excellence.

Today I accepted an award presented by Downtown Houston+ on behalf of The Wideman Company for the IWG leasing deal which was the largest office lease signed in Houston this year. International Workplace (IWG/Regus) leased 65,000 square feet at 708 Main St. I also had the opportunity to discuss some of the exciting projects in the pipeline with local brokers to share the vision of selling downtown to prospective tenants. It was also great to learn about the initiatives DH+ is leading and learning more about how DH+ can help downtown stakeholders be successful. Jones on Main Trivia: Did you know that The Gulf Oil Building, now known as Jones on Main, stands on land donated by Charlotte Baldwin Allen - who is known as the “Mother of Houston.” Charlotte played a major role in the city’s development by donating land to Houston’s early growth. Her contributions helped shape the foundation of what would become downtown Houston. The Allen family, particularly Augustus and John Allen, are credited with founding Houston in 1836, but it was Charlotte, Augustus’s wife, who ensured their vision became a reality. To honor her we are considering using her name for one of the new concepts in development. #houstoncre #downtownhouston #jonesonmain #houstonoffice

Yesterday, Downtown Houston+ brought together office brokers at Xochi for a discussion on how we can foster efforts to build a thriving Downtown. We equip stakeholders with actionable resources, robust data and collaborative partnerships to drive informed decisions and lead conversations about a new era of activation and amenitization for office users. These tools reflect the tangible work shaping Downtown's present and future. From Clean & Safe programs that ensure welcoming streets to transformative projects like the Main Street Promenade, our work supports an environment where businesses thrive. As part of the event, we were honored to present J. David Lopez and The Wideman Company with the first Keystone Deal Award, recognizing visionary efforts that drive Downtown’s trajectory. Their IWG deal—the largest office lease in Houston this year—secured 65,000 square feet at 708 Main Street, solidifying the role of Downtown as Houston’s center of economic growth. Thank you to everyone who joined us in supporting the success of Downtown! See how Downtown Houston+ empowers businesses and stakeholders: https://lnkd.in/gRp3sQgf

Spec suites gain traction in Downtown Houston's office market 🏙️ At 1001 Fannin, an iconic Class A tower, four out of five speculative suites have already been leased to tenants seeking high-quality, move-in-ready office space. With these successes, JMB Realty Corporation and Cushman & Wakefield plan to deliver several more of these built-out spaces in 2025. Spec suites offer tenants the flexibility to quickly move into professionally designed, high-end spaces—perfect for those looking to avoid lengthy build-outs and rising construction costs. Creative solutions like this are helping Downtown remain competitive in an evolving market by catering to the needs of diverse tenants. Learn more about how spec suites are meeting demand: https://lnkd.in/gPtaPnsR

More than 10,000 people call Downtown Houston home, but few of them can say they're a principal dancer for the Houston Ballet! Angelo Greco joined the company this summer—and became one of Downtown's newest residents. Hear Angelo share his journey, and don't miss him as the Nutcracker Prince in this season's beloved ballet production of "The Nutcracker"!

Downtown's cultural scene just got even brighter! Don't miss the debut of Art Club at POST Houston this weekend!🌟

Hines' Texas Tower has reached an impressive 94% occupancy, with over 180,000 square feet leased in just the past few months! Opened in 2021, this magnet office exemplifies this demand for amenity-rich, thoughtfully designed spaces that inspire culture-driven tenants to thrive. The success of Texas Tower reflects a growing trend: companies and employees are gravitating toward workplaces that offer more than just an office. This helps position Downtown Houston's Class A offerings as an unmatched draw, including Skanska's Norton Rose Fulbright Tower, a beacon of sustainability and design efficiency. Amid the challenges of the office leasing market, Downtown Houston continues to adapt, evolve and attract tenants who seek spaces that meet the demands of a new era.

Today is the day! Join us at Discovery Green from 4-7pm for our Public Realm Action Plan Open House (in a covered area). Share your ideas to help shape strategies for improving Downtown's parks, plazas and public spaces. Building on a successful first workshop and focus groups, we're ready to present proposals and hear your thoughts! When:👇 🗓️ TONIGHT from 4-7pm! Where:👇 📍 Discovery Green | 1600 McKinney Street Register here: https://lnkd.in/gbPikYhU

Small Business Saturday is almost here! Shop, dine and sip your way through Downtown Houston while supporting the local businesses that shape our community. This year, Downtown Houston+ has proudly supported street-level businesses and property owners through the Thrive Storefront Grant Program. With over $120,000 approved in grants—and more to come—these investments help small businesses enhance their storefronts and create inviting spaces that seamlessly blend with the public realm. The result? A more lively, welcoming Downtown for everyone to enjoy. Learn how Downtown Houston+ is investing in our small businesses and creating a dynamic urban experience: https://lnkd.in/gQutF3Yx