Opened in 1929 by E.W. Grove, Grove Arcade was built to celebrate the city he loved so much. Its rich history, ornate architecture, and eclectic mix of shops and restaurants were designed …

The original conception of the Grove Arcade by Charles Parker included a 14-story tower — inspired by the Neo-Gothic style. Grove planned on putting offices, a hotel and a men’s club in the Arcade tower, reserving the roof garden around it for a …

Architect Charles N. Parker designed the Arcade, which was originally envisioned as a five-story base with a 14-story tower, filled with shops, offices and living spaces. Grove died in 1927, two years before his dream was completed.

Jan 10, 2013 · The Grove Arcade is one of the most interesting shopping locations in Asheville, NC. Boutique shopping and galleries line the Grove Arcade building and the eateries bring some of the best food to the foodie scene in Western North Carolina.

Feb 4, 2025 · In true Parisian form, the Grove Arcade features outdoor dining with brightly-colored umbrellas and table cloths beckoning you to take your seat. Carmel's Kitchen and Bar is a popular gathering spot lauded for its al fresco dining.

Aug 25, 2018 · Original Grove Arcade building plans called for a 12-story tower overlooking Asheville The building was started in 1926, but the death of E.W. Grove halted construction until 1928, when it...

An exceptional example of Gothic Revival architecture, the Grove Arcade began construction in 1927 as a shopping arcade with a 17 story office tower above. In 1929, construction of the tower stopped at the 5th floor with the start of the depression.

Dr. Grove planned a skyscraper tower to rise from the center of the Arcade Building, but it was never built. During WWII the Arcade Building was occupied and modified by the Federal government and eventually housed the National Climatic Data Center until the 1990s.

The Grove Arcade, envisioned by millionaire E.W. Grove, was designed to revitalize downtown Asheville in the 1920s. Architect Charles N. Parker planned it as a grand 5-story base with a 14-story tower, intended to house shops, offices, and residences.

The Grove Arcade, also known as the Arcade Building, is a historic commercial and residential building in Asheville, North Carolina, in its downtown historic district. It was built from 1926 to 1929, and is a Tudor Revival and Late Gothic Revival style building consisting of …