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Administration Building, Treasure Island, Art Deco office building on Treasure Island, San Francisco, United States.

The Administration Building is an office structure featuring Streamline Moderne design located on the southeastern corner of Treasure Island in San Francisco. Its facade displays horizontal lines and geometric shapes typical of this 1930s architectural style.

Built in 1938 by architects William Peyton Day and George Kelham, this structure represents the government's investment in Treasure Island's development. The building earned National Register of Historic Places listing in 2008.

The building represents the architectural evolution of civic structures during the late 1930s, combining functional design with Art Deco decorative elements.

Access to the structure is possible by ferry from downtown San Francisco or by car via the Bay Bridge to Treasure Island. The building is best viewed during daylight hours when architectural details are clearly visible.

The structure maintains its original administrative functions while serving as a testament to the transformation of Treasure Island from military base to residential area.

Location: San Francisco

Inception: 1938

Architects: William Peyton Day, George W. Kelham

Architectural style: Streamline Moderne, Art Deco

Website: http://treasureislandadministrationbuilding.com

GPS coordinates: 37.81694,-122.37028

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00

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