Standard Chartered Bank Building, Financial skyscraper in Central, Hong Kong.
The Standard Chartered Bank Building is a 42-story skyscraper in Central that rises 191 meters with glass walls framing views toward Statue Square and Government Hill. It houses office and retail areas and connects directly to Central station.
The current structure was completed in 1990, replacing a 16-story predecessor from 1959. The rebuilding took place during negotiations that reshaped Hong Kong's future.
The lobby displays two large stained glass windows made in London that show traditional and modern scenes from Hong Kong life. These artworks tell stories about the city and how people live there.
The building is easily reached on foot from Central station and sits in the middle of the financial district. The surrounding plazas and streets are simple to navigate, especially during daytime hours.
The construction involved unusual financing arrangements where different sections were leased between companies before one owner took it all over. This complex setup shaped how modern Hong Kong developed.
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