Skygate

Skygate is an inscription and sculptural work located near Embarcadero in San Francisco. The metallic surfaces change their appearance throughout the day as light shifts, making the piece look different each time you pass by.

The work was created in the early 21st century as part of San Francisco's effort to place contemporary art in public spaces. This shift changed how the city presents art outside traditional museum and gallery settings.

The work is woven into San Francisco's public space, showing how the city integrates art into everyday routes. People encounter it naturally while walking through the neighborhood, not separated or hidden away.

The work sits within walking distance from the Ferry Building and sits along several pedestrian paths and transit routes. Visit on a sunny day to see how the metallic surfaces catch and reflect light.

The piece shifts its appearance dramatically depending on your viewing angle and the time of day you see it. This quality makes it an artwork that visitors often want to see multiple times, since no two views are quite the same.

Website: https://artandarchitecture-sf.com/the-embarcadero-san-francisco-november-14-2011.html

GPS coordinates: 37.80802,-122.40813

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03