PNC Bank Building, High-rise office building in Market West, Center City, Philadelphia, United States
Description
The PNC Bank Building is a 39-story high-rise that rises 491 feet (150 meters) above Market Street with a rectangular shape of glass and steel. The structure contains roughly 825,000 square feet of office space, functioning as the regional headquarters for PNC Bank.
History
The building was completed in 1983 through a partnership between developer Don Pulver and architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. PNC Bank moved into 15 floors in 1997 as their regional headquarters, establishing the structure as a centerpiece of Philadelphia's financial sector.
Culture
The building marks when Philadelphia's financial sector expanded in the 1980s, transforming Center City into a major business hub. Its location helped shape how the district looks and functions as a workplace center today.
Practical
The location at 16th and Market Street is central and easy to reach, sitting right next to the Liberty Place complex. The modern office building is accessible to visitors and remains active with workers throughout business hours.
Did you know?
The building shares its city block with the Liberty Place complex, creating a concentrated financial zone at this central corner. This arrangement makes the area a natural gathering spot for business professionals and visitors exploring modern Philadelphia.
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