555 City Center, Commercial high-rise in downtown Oakland, California
Description
555 City Center is a modern high-rise tower in downtown Oakland with 20 floors of glass and steel construction. The building contains substantial office space and houses several major corporate tenants in its professional environment.
History
The structure was completed in 2002, marking a period when Oakland's downtown began transforming with contemporary office buildings. Its design represented a shift toward modern commercial architecture in the city's core.
Culture
The building serves as a focal point in downtown Oakland's commercial landscape, helping visitors navigate the urban area. Its public spaces and green areas integrate the structure into the daily rhythm of the surrounding neighborhood.
Practical
The building is situated in the downtown area and is easy to locate due to its prominent position in the skyline. Visitors can view the structure and its surroundings from the public areas at street level.
Did you know?
The structure incorporates advanced safety engineering into its design, seamlessly integrated with the modern steel and glass framework. This technical approach blends protective measures directly into the building's construction.
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