Société Générale Building, Banking headquarters in 9th arrondissement, Paris, France.
The Société Générale Building stands at the intersection of Boulevard Haussmann and Rue Glück, featuring a 25-meter high limestone facade and Art Nouveau elements.
The construction of this financial institution headquarters was completed in 1912, following the acquisition of seven Second Empire buildings in 1905.
The central hall displays intricate mosaics by Gentil and Bourdet, with a steel-framed glass dome designed by Jacques Galland representing French craftsmanship.
The building opens to visitors during European Heritage Days in September, with access to the main hall and underground safe deposit rooms.
Four underground levels built with reinforced concrete contain 8,134 safe deposit compartments, reaching a depth of 11 meters below street level.
Location: 9th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1912
Architects: Jacques Hermant
Architectural style: Haussmannian architecture, Second Empire style, Art Nouveau architecture
Height: 25 m
GPS coordinates: 48.87270,2.33250
Latest update: May 24, 2025 16:27
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