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Two Embarcadero Center is a tall office building, also known as a skyscraper, located in San Francisco, California. It stands in the city's financial district, a busy area where many businesses have their offices. This building is part of a larger group of structures called the Embarcadero Center.

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Two Embarcadero Center
Embarcadero center SF.jpg
Twin towers Embarcadero Center Two (center far) and Three with Tower One standing taller behind
General information
Type Commercial offices
Location 250 Clay Street
San Francisco, California
Coordinates 37°47′42″N 122°23′54″W / 37.794944°N 122.398472°W / 37.794944; -122.398472
Completed 1974
Owner Embarcadero Center Assoc.
Boston Properties
Management Boston Properties
Height
Roof 126.00 m (413.39 ft)
Technical details
Floor count 30
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.

What is Two Embarcadero Center?

Two Embarcadero Center is a 30-story building that reaches a height of 126 meters (about 413 feet). It was finished in 1974. This building is used for commercial offices, meaning many different companies have their workspaces inside.

Part of a Bigger Complex

This skyscraper is one of seven towers that make up the Embarcadero Center. This large complex includes office buildings and two hotels. It's a major part of the San Francisco skyline.

Twin Towers

Two Embarcadero Center has a "twin" building called Three Embarcadero Center. Both buildings are the same height. However, Three Embarcadero Center has one more floor than Two Embarcadero Center. They look very similar standing side-by-side.

Who Designed It?

The building was designed by a famous architect named John C. Portman Jr.. He is known for designing many large, modern buildings. The developers who helped create this project included Trammell Crow, David Rockefeller, and John C. Portman, Jr.

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