The Metropolitan

The Metropolitan is a 27-story skyscraper in Rochester featuring modern architecture with clean geometric lines and extensive glass surfaces. The building houses multiple office spaces and can be accessed through several entrances, with dedicated elevator systems serving different floor sections.

The building was designed in 1973 by John Graham & Company, marking a period of major urban development in Rochester's downtown area. It was part of a wave of new skyscrapers that transformed the city's business district during that era.

The building serves as a workplace and business hub that reflects how Rochester's economy grew and changed over time. Daily, workers and visitors use it as a central point in the downtown area for conducting business.

The building offers multiple entry points on different sides, making it easy to find an entrance from various directions. Elevator banks are organized by floor groups, helping visitors navigate to their destinations quickly.

The building connects directly to Rochester's climate-controlled skyway system, which links multiple downtown buildings indoors. This allows people to walk between different parts of the city center without going outside, regardless of weather conditions.

Location: New York

Inception: 1973

Architects: John Graham & Company

Official opening: 1973

Floors above the ground: 27

Part of: East Main Street Historic District

GPS coordinates: 43.15611,-77.60667

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44