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Three Embarcadero Center
Embarcadero center SF.jpg
Twin towers Embarcadero Center Two (center near) and Three with Tower Four standing taller behind
General information
Status Complete
Type Commercial offices
Location 155 Clay Street
San Francisco, California
Coordinates 37°47′43″N 122°23′50″W / 37.795139°N 122.397361°W / 37.795139; -122.397361
Completed 1977
Owner Embarcadero Center Assoc.
Boston Properties
Management Boston Properties
Height
Roof 126 m (413 ft)
Technical details
Floor count 31
Floor area 725,000 sq ft (67,400 m2)
Design and construction
Architect John Portman & Associates
Developer Trammell Crow
David Rockefeller
John C. Portman, Jr.

Three Embarcadero Center is a tall office building, also known as a skyscraper, located in San Francisco's busy Financial District. This area is where many important businesses and banks are found. The building is a key part of the larger Embarcadero Center complex.

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Three Embarcadero Center is a modern office skyscraper. It was finished in 1977. This building is a hub for many different companies. People work here in offices, helping to run businesses.

Part of a Big Complex

Three Embarcadero Center is not alone. It is one of six buildings that make up the Embarcadero Center. These buildings are connected, forming a large area with offices, shops, and restaurants. Think of it like a mini-city within San Francisco! This complex helps make the Financial District a lively place.

Building Height and Design

This skyscraper stands 126 m (413 ft) (about 413 feet) tall. It has 31 floors, which means there are many levels for offices. Interestingly, Three Embarcadero Center is the same height as Two Embarcadero Center. Even though they are the same height, Three Embarcadero Center has one more floor than its twin building. Both buildings were designed by the famous architect John Portman & Associates.

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