Russ Building, Gothic Revival skyscraper in Financial District, San Francisco, United States.
The Russ Building is a 32-story skyscraper rising 133 meters (437 feet) in San Francisco's Financial District. Its limestone and granite exterior displays Gothic-inspired features including pointed arches and ornamental stonework throughout.
Built in 1927, the structure held the title of San Francisco's tallest building until 1964. Its construction represented a significant moment in the city's vertical expansion.
The building was once the heart of venture capital activity in the city, with many investors and entrepreneurs conducting business within its walls. This role defined San Francisco's early tech industry development before firms relocated elsewhere.
The building sits on Montgomery Street in the heart of the Financial District and is readily accessible by public transit. Inside, you will find multiple elevators and a historic underground parking area.
Architect George W. Kelham deliberately merged medieval architectural elements with modern office building design. This uncommon pairing of Gothic details within a functional commercial tower set it apart from other skyscrapers of its era.
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