Beauty by design 🏰

6 beautiful pieces of architecture in Tampa Bay

Downtown Tampa from Harbor Island at sunset

We love the view of downtown Tampa from Harbor Island. | Photo by Robert Neff

Architecture is part of the fabric of our everyday lives, but unless you’re a trained architect, you might not have stopped to smell the concrete and take in the various historical buildings Tampa Bay has to offer. Let’s take a look.

The Don CeSar | 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach

The “pink palace” was constructed in 1928 by architect Henry H. Dupont + boasts a Moorish flair expressed in its horseshoe arches and decorative tilework. The beachfront hotel served as a sub-base hospital during WWII and hosted performances from rockers like Florida’s own Tom Petty.

Today you can roam the baroque-style hallways and dance on the King Charles Ballroom’s marble floor, just as F. Scott Fitzgerald did.

Tampa Theatre | 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa

Tampa Theater — You can actually watch current-day flicks in this theater.

The elaborate movie palace boasts a fantasyland + atmospheric feeling with a first-class ambiance. It was built in 1926 by Paramount Pictures and designed by famed theater architect John Eberson.

When guests enter, they are transported to a Mediterranean courtyard with old world statues, flowers, and gargoyles. And as they walk deeper and look up, the ceiling turns into a twinkling nightscape.

There are a ton of beautiful architectural details throughout TBAY. If you have a fascination for one that we missed. Let us know.

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Today, Jan. 16

Buccaneers vs. Cowboys NFC Wild Card Game | Monday, Jan. 16 | 8:15 p.m. | Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa | $106.50-$879 | Cheer on the Bucs as they hope to advance one step closer to a Super Bowl title.

Tuesday, Jan. 17

Mindful Eating Workshop | Tuesday, Jan. 17 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Florida Community of Mindfulness, 6501 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa | $60 | Learn to eat mindfully and with self-compassion, transforming your relationship with food.

Wednesday, Jan 18

Florida RV SuperShow | Wednesday, Jan. 18-Thursday, Jan. 19 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | $15+ | Florida State Fairgrounds, 4802 US 301 N., Tampa | Hop aboard everything from small trailers to luxury motorhomes to find your match.

Thursday, Jan. 19

St. Pete Beach Drive Dine & Wine Tour | Thursday, Jan. 12 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Vinoy Hotel, 501 5th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $75 | Tour the Birchwood Inn, The Canopy, Bella Brava, and Fresco’s Waterfront Bistro for food and adult beverages.

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Development

The St. Pete Chamber of Commerce threw its support behind the Hines + Tampa Bay Rays proposal to redevelop the Historic Gas Plant District. Mayor Ken Welch is expected to choose a developer on Mon., Jan. 30, during the State of the City address. ⚾️ (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

Award

Tampa Bay native Angela Bassett won her second Golden Globe Award for her performance in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” She’s the first actor to win a Globe for their role in any Marvel film. Fun fact: She graduated from Boca Ciega High School. 🎥 (CBS News Tampa Bay)

Closing

Dog Pier in Gulfport (3121 Beach Blvd. S.) is officially shutting down its brick-and-mortar shop. Owners said they want to focus on catering. Tommy’s Hideaway, wood-fired pizza + pub, is set to move into the Beach Boulevard location. Reach out to Dog Pier for catering needs. 🌭

Drink

Cane & Barrel’s rooftop bar and lounge is aiming for a February opening atop the new AC Hotel and Ascent St. Pete (225 1st Ave. N.) The theme of the 2,900-sqft bar is derived from Florida’s flora and fauna and Havana, Cuba’s nightlife. 🇨🇺 (I Love the Burg)
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Wellness

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Seasonal

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THE WRAP

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