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Clorox Building
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General information
Type Commercial offices
Architectural style Modernism
Location 1221 Broadway
Oakland, California
Coordinates 37°48′12″N 122°16′21″W / 37.8034°N 122.2724°W / 37.8034; -122.2724
Completed 1976
Height
Roof 100.6 m (330 ft)
Technical details
Floor count 24
Design and construction
Architect Cesar Pelli
Architecture firm Gruen Associates
Main contractor Turner Construction

The Clorox Building is a tall office building located in the City Center complex of downtown Oakland, California. It stands 24 stories high, reaching about 100.6 meters (330 feet) into the sky. This building is famous for being the main headquarters of The Clorox Company, a well-known company that makes many household products.

About the Clorox Building

The Clorox Building is an important part of the Oakland skyline. It's a modern skyscraper that houses many offices. The building is a key landmark in the downtown area.

Design and Construction

The Clorox Building was finished in 1976. It was designed by a famous architect named Cesar Pelli. At the time, Pelli was working with a company called Gruen Associates. This firm is now based in Los Angeles. The building's style is known as Modernism, which means it has a clean, simple look.

Home to The Clorox Company

Since its completion, the Clorox Building has been the home of The Clorox Company. This company is based in Oakland and is known worldwide for its cleaning supplies and other products. Having their headquarters in this building makes it a significant business hub in the city.

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