The Paramount on Lake Eola/Orlando, Florida

Joint Venture Architects
Looney, Ricks, Kiss Architects/Memphis, Tennessee

Developers
ZOM Inc./Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Size/Cost
809,310 sf/$75 Million

TLC Services
M/E


With 306 luxury residences, eight pool deck townhouses, retail, office spaces and four levels of covered parking, this 16-story tower reflects the new urbanization of downtown Orlando. The fifth-floor amenities deck features resort-style swimming pool, Jacuzzi, outdoor fireplace and lounge, outdoor art gallery, and athletic club. The residents’ lobby, office spaces and a full-service supermarket are located on the ground floor. High performance HVAC systems meet the design goals for comfort and safety while reducing long-term energy costs. Smoke control systems for high-rise design were integrated into the HVAC system, which successfully incorporated the requirements of the grocery store.