St George's Building, Commercial building in Central, Hong Kong
St George's Building is a 23-story office tower on Ice House Street featuring aluminum curtain walls and a bronze-colored exterior in Central's financial district. The structure combines glass and metal materials to create a compact, efficient commercial space.
The original building was constructed in 1904 with Edwardian Baroque elements, then demolished and rebuilt in 1969 following the Kadoorie family's acquisition in 1928. The redevelopment represented a shift toward modern commercial design in Hong Kong.
The building houses financial firms, law practices, and insurance companies that form the backbone of Central's business world. Its presence reflects the area's role as a hub for international commerce and professional services.
The building sits near both Hong Kong and Central MTR stations, making it easily accessible by subway. Multiple bus routes connect the location to surrounding neighborhoods, so getting here from different parts of the city is straightforward.
The building was among the first in Hong Kong to use aluminum curtain-wall construction when it opened in 1969, introducing a building technique that would influence office towers across the city. This method allowed for lighter structures and faster construction compared to earlier building styles.
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