Fox Plaza, Modernist skyscraper in Civic Center, San Francisco, US
Fox Plaza is a modernist skyscraper in the Civic Center with 29 floors rising about 108 meters (354 feet) along Market Street. The building combines office spaces on its lower levels with residential apartments occupying the upper sections.
The building was completed in 1966 by architect Victor Gruen, replacing the Fox Theatre that operated from 1929 until its demolition in 1963. This transformation marked a shift toward modern office and residential development in the Civic Center area.
The building takes its name from the theatre that once occupied this location, connecting it to the area's past. Today the mix of offices and homes reflects how urban uses have shifted over time.
The site is easy to walk around and view from street level along Market Street, making it accessible for casual exploration from the neighborhood. Public transit connections to the Civic Center area are strong, so getting there without a car is straightforward.
The building features a dedicated intermediate floor reserved entirely for mechanical systems and building maintenance. This hidden level reveals the complex infrastructure needed to keep a large skyscraper functioning.
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