Highland Building

The Highland Building is an office structure in East Liberty, Pittsburgh, featuring architectural elements from the early 20th century. It spans multiple floors with preserved facade details and has been adapted to house contemporary business spaces.

The structure was built during Pennsylvania's industrial boom and was later listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This recognition acknowledged its significance in the state's commercial development during the region's economic expansion.

The building reflects how East Liberty shifted from a strictly commercial hub into a neighborhood where historical layers and modern uses coexist visibly. Walking past, you notice the contrast between preserved details and contemporary business activity on the same streets.

The building sits in a walkable location within East Liberty with easy street access. It works well as part of a walking tour of the neighborhood to appreciate the architectural character of the surrounding district.

The building exemplifies how Pittsburgh's older structures were converted to modern use without complete rebuilding. Its adaptive reuse is now viewed as a model for sustainable urban renewal in the region.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.46000,-79.92470

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:04