Lake Merritt Plaza facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lake Merritt Plaza |
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Type | Office |
| Location | 1999 Harrison Street Oakland |
| Coordinates | 37°48′28.02″N 122°15′54.08″W / 37.8077833°N 122.2650222°W |
| Opening | 1985 |
| Owner | Clarion Partners (since 2016) |
| Height | |
| Roof | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 27 |
| Floor area | 490000 sq ft |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Bill Valentine |
| Developer | Transpacific Development Co. |
The Lake Merritt Plaza is a very tall building, known as a high-rise, located in downtown Oakland, California, USA. It has 27 floors and stands about 371 feet (113 meters) high. This impressive building is a well-known landmark in the city.
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About Lake Merritt Plaza
Building Design and Construction
The Lake Merritt Plaza was built by a company called Transpacific Development Co. A famous architect named Bill Valentine designed this modern building. Construction was finished, and the building opened its doors in 1985. It quickly became an important part of the Oakland skyline.
Who Owns the Building?
Over the years, the Lake Merritt Plaza has had a few different owners. In 2006, Transpacific Development Co. sold it to Beacon Capital Partners. Later, in 2014, Divco West bought the building. Then, in 2016, Clarion Partners purchased it from Divco West. They have been the owners ever since.
Cool Features for People
The Lake Merritt Plaza is mostly used for offices. Many different businesses have their workplaces inside. In 2023, a special Bike Room opened on the ground floor. This is a great feature for people who like to ride their bikes to work! It helps keep their bikes safe and secure.
See also
In Spanish: Lake Merritt Plaza para niños
- List of tallest buildings in Oakland, California
- Lake Merritt
- Lake Merritt station
- Lake Merritt Breakfast Club
