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601 California Street
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Alternative names The International Building
General information
Status Complete
Type Commercial offices
Architectural style International style
Location 601 California Street
San Francisco, California
Coordinates 37°47′33″N 122°24′17″W / 37.79237°N 122.4047°W / 37.79237; -122.4047
Completed 1960 – 1961
Management The CAC Group
Height
Roof 107 m (351 ft)
Technical details
Floor count 22
Design and construction
Architect Anshen + Allen
Main contractor Dinwiddie Construction

601 California Street is a tall building in San Francisco, California. It has 22 floors and stands about 107 meters (351 feet) high. This building is located in the city's busy financial district. It is known for its unique design, called the International style.

About 601 California Street

This skyscraper was built between 1960 and 1961. It is used for commercial offices. The building's design is a great example of the International style. This style often features clean lines and a simple, modern look.

Design and Features

The building has some special design elements. Each floor has eight offices right on the corners. This gives people working there great views of the city. There is also a cool terrace around the top-floor office.

Awards and Recognition

601 California Street received a special honor in 1963. It won an Honor Award from the American Institute of Architects. This award recognized the building's excellent design.

Who Built It?

The building was designed by a company called Anshen + Allen. The main company that built it was Dinwiddie Construction.

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