These are found in the light and dark colored banding at the base and the blue hipped and gabled roof.

[2] In the 1980s, the Plaza joined the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines and Cowles Commons in helping to spur the revival of the downtown area.

The Plaza overlooks these cultural attractions and one of the benefits of the building's design is that it is positioned at a 45-degree angle to give sunlight and views to as many residents as possible.

Over the years, The Plaza has proven itself as a luxury living solution for downtown Des Moines with a continued return on investment.

The building is connected to the Des Moines Skywalk system, and has its own parking garage for residents underground.