Regent Properties

The 1983 building's complex geometry becomes an asset through a clearer, more generous arrival. Removing a column from the Congress Avenue colonnade made room for a distinctive arched portal, a form repeated throughout the project to unify old and new. The existing courtyard is recast as a garden with greenery, clad columns, and soft curves. A double-height glass façade brings daylight into the lobby, while automatic doors strengthen the indoor-outdoor connection. Inside, textured neutrals, dimensional stone, rope, and cold-rolled steel create a refined West Texas character. The transformed entrance gives the property a recognizable presence rooted deeply in modern Austin.

New shared destinations extend the building's value beyond the lobby. On Level 15, the branded Waterloo Terrace combines a social hub and work lounge with direct access to an outdoor setting overlooking the state capitol. On Level 3, a tenant amenity center brings together conference rooms, a breakroom, and lounges oriented toward the courtyard garden. Refreshed elevator lobbies on Levels 1, 3, and 15 use detailed ceilings and uplighting to make everyday transitions feel considered. Across the building, settings for collaboration, recreation, and quiet respite give tenants more choice, helping 816 Congress feel active, connected, and competitive within downtown Austin.