Markel Building, Richmond
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The Markel Building is an office building commissioned by the Markel Corporation and designed by Haigh Jamgochian located on Markel Road just outside the city limits of Richmond, Virginia in Henrico County. The building was inspired by a baked potato wrapped in foil served to Jamgochian while attending an American Institute of Architects' dinner. Each floor consists of a single piece of 555-foot aluminum, they are the longest unbroken pieces of aluminum ever used as siding material. ()
Opened: 1965 (59 years ago)Coordinates: 37°35'4"N, 77°29'57"W
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Richmond
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Markel Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: The Shops at Willow Lawn, Congregation Kol Emes, St. Catherine's School, St. Christopher's School.