388 Market Street, Modern skyscraper in Financial District, San Francisco, US
388 Market Street is a 24-story flatiron skyscraper completed in 1987, clad in red granite and designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Its plan tapers to a sharp point toward the east at the corner of Market and Pine Streets, while the western end closes in a rounded cylinder. A two-story base holds retail space, with offices below and apartments on the upper floors.
The building opened in 1987 when San Francisco's Financial District was experiencing rapid office development and economic growth. This project contributed to the transformation of the downtown skyline during that development period.
The building's lower two floors form a base of retail spaces, with five restaurants and a fitness club inside. Its wedge shape tapers to a point toward the east, while the western end closes in a rounded cylinder. The red granite facade sets it apart from the glass towers around it.
The building sits at a major street corner with easy access to public transportation and parking options nearby. The location is walkable and sits close to other downtown landmarks and shopping areas.
The building's plan is a rough triangle: the east end tapers to a sharp point at the corner of Market and Pine streets, while the west side closes in a rounded cylinder. The lower two floors hold retail space, and the tower also contains five restaurants and a fitness club.
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