The Tempe Municipal Building, or the inverted pyramid, is going to get some much-needed renovations over the next few months.
The building was constructed in the 1950s, and now it needs upgrades to make it more modern as it continues to be used as the chambers for City Hall, as well as other city offices in Tempe.
While the renovations are taking place, the city hall chambers will be closed. The Tempe City Council will be meeting at the Tempe History Museum during the construction.
The renovations will include upgrading furniture and decor, and making the meeting rooms more accessible for attendees. The technology in the chambers will also be upgraded to include new audio and visual equipment, making it easier for people to observe what happens in council meetings.
The entire renovation project could take up to 10 years to complete, and cost around $10 million.
One of the items to consider when giving this building a face-lift is removing the ficus trees surrounding the building. The trees have obstructed the view of the unique architecture of the building, which used to be a focal point in downtown Tempe.
The Tempe Municipal Building is one of the unique architecture examples featured in the July issue of Arizona Highways. Pick up a copy to check out the other notable buildings across the state.