Matson Building, Renaissance Revival office building in Financial District, San Francisco, US.
The Matson Building is an office structure with a terra cotta exterior located at 215 Market Street in San Francisco's Financial District. Its design divides the facade into three vertical sections across sixteen stories, with a matching annex added between 1945 and 1947.
Architects Bliss & Faville constructed this building between 1922 and 1924 to serve as headquarters for Matson Navigation Company. It was designed to support shipping and trade connections between the West Coast and the Hawaiian Islands.
The building served as a key business hub connecting mainland and Hawaiian commerce for decades. Many companies operating between California and Hawaii maintained offices here to manage their trade operations.
The building sits in an active business district with good access by public transportation and on foot. Its Market Street location makes it easy to visit while exploring the surrounding historic structures and commercial areas.
The terra cotta exterior features elaborate decorative details, especially across the lower and upper sections of the facade. This ornate surface work reflects the classical design principles of Renaissance Revival architecture and stands as a notable example of craftsmanship from that building period.
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