One M&T Plaza, Banking skyscraper in Buffalo, United States.
One M&T Plaza is a 21-story skyscraper in Buffalo with a white marble facade and narrow vertical windows reflecting International style architecture. The building contains nine elevators and a spacious lobby designed to serve banking operations and foot traffic.
Architect Minoru Yamasaki designed this building in 1967 as headquarters for Manufacturers & Traders Trust Bank. Its completion marked a significant moment in Buffalo's downtown development during that decade.
The building's plaza hosts free lunchtime concerts during summer months, providing entertainment for downtown workers and visitors throughout the week.
The building is accessible during business hours and the entrance area provides shelter for viewing the architecture. The plaza in front offers public space to stop and observe the surrounding area.
Green marble imported from Italy forms the base and grounds the building's white tower above. A Harry Bertoia fountain at the Main Street entrance adds another layer to the site's visual appeal.
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