525 William Penn Place

525 William Penn Place is a 41-story high-rise in Downtown Pittsburgh designed in the modernist style. The structure contains substantial office space and is served by multiple elevators for vertical circulation throughout the building.

This structure was completed in 1951 as part of Pittsburgh's post-war building boom and modernization. The tower helped shape the city's skyline during a period of economic growth and corporate expansion.

The tower shows how 1950s businesses used modern high-rises as symbols of their success and confidence in American growth. Its clean lines and efficient design reflect how corporate spaces adopted the streamlined look of that era.

The building is centrally located in Downtown Pittsburgh and easy to reach while exploring the area. Most of the structure is accessible from the street level and nearby public transportation options.

The structure underwent environmental upgrades in the 2000s and received recognition for its energy efficiency improvements. This demonstrates how older towers can be retrofitted to meet modern sustainability standards.

Location: Downtown Pittsburgh

Inception: 1951

Architects: Harrison & Abramovitz

Official opening: 1951

Floors above the ground: 41

Elevators: 20

GPS coordinates: 40.44030,-79.99780

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:10