100 North Main

At 37 stories and 131 meters (430 feet) tall, 100 North Main is the tallest building in Memphis, Tennessee, rising at the corner of Adams Avenue, North Second Street, and North Main Street. Originally designed as an office building, the tower lost relevance over the years as demand for commercial space downtown declined and occupancy dropped sharply. After several failed renovation attempts and a 2015 ruling by the Shelby County Environmental Court declaring it dilapidated, due to chunks of concrete flaking off and faulty safety systems, the building sat empty and sealed off for a long time. It was not until late 2023 that extensive renovation work began, as part of a $216 million investment. The current plan calls for the lower floors to be used for parking, retail, and offices, while the upper floors will house a hotel, apartments, and a revolving restaurant. Construction, which started in 2024, is currently in the interior fit-out phase, with completion targeted for 2026.