Baltimore Gas and Electric Company Building

The Baltimore Gas and Electric Company Building is a 21-story office structure in downtown Baltimore featuring gray granite, marble finishes, and terra cotta exterior elements characteristic of Beaux-Arts design. The building stands at the corner of West Lexington Street, retaining all its original architectural details and embellishments.

The building was completed in 1916 as the headquarters of Consolidated Gas, Light and Electric Power Company and remained the center of operations during that company's expansion. The firm underwent a rebranding to Baltimore Gas and Electric in 1955, marking a new chapter in its corporate history.

Four sculptures on the fourth floor depict knowledge, light, heat, and power, symbolizing the fundamental elements that the original utility company relied upon. They remain visible today as reminders of the building's original purpose and function.

The building is easily located on West Lexington Street in downtown Baltimore and now operates as a mixed-use structure housing residential and retail spaces. Visitors can view the exterior and publicly accessible interior areas, including the sculptural details.

Following major renovations in 2007, the former utility headquarters was creatively transformed into residential spaces that include two floors of luxury penthouses. This adaptive reuse allowed the structure to gain new life while preserving its architectural legacy.

Location: Maryland

Inception: 1916

Architects: J. Harleston Parker

Architectural style: Beaux-Arts

Floors above the ground: 21

GPS coordinates: 39.29310,-76.61720

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22