The Transamerica Pyramid was the tallest skyscraper west of Chicago when constructed, surpassing the then Bank of America Center, also in San Francisco. It was surpassed by the Aon Center, Los Angeles, in 1974.

Wander among the towering redwoods of Transamerica Redwood Park and experience our inaugural display—Les Lalanne at Transamerica Pyramid Center—showcasing over 20 significant works from four decades, all thoughtfully positioned …

Transamerica Pyramid, skyscraper in San Francisco that was designed by architect William Pereira and completed in 1972. It served as the headquarters of the Transamerica Corporation until 1999. Considered a San Francisco landmark, the Transamerica Pyramid was originally a building of much ridicule and protest.

Spanning an entire city block in San Francisco’s Financial District, the Pyramid symbolizes the city’s resilience, its spirit of inspiration, and its embrace of cultural movements. It reflects a legacy of creativity and innovation that has shaped the heart of San Francisco.

Sep 12, 2024 · Before the Salesforce Tower phallically throbbed to attention, for nearly half a century the 1972 Transamerica Pyramid was the tallest and most noticeable part of San Francisco’s skyline. Sleek...

May 6, 2024 · Luxury developer Michael Shvo is reimagining the building from top to bottom, installing amenities like a spa and a sky bar, as well as an all-new lighting scheme that will announce the Transamerica Pyramid’s presence by night the …

The Transamerica Pyramid is a Postmodernist skyscraper designed in 1968 by William L. Pereira, and built between 1969 and 1972, for a reported $32.0 million dollars, in San Francisco, CA. Its precise street address is 600 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA.

Dec 8, 2022 · The Pyramid — officially known as the Transamerica Pyramid Center — first opened back in 1972, making it a half-century old this year. At over 850 feet high, back then it was the tallest building San Francisco had ever seen.

Sep 3, 2016 · When the city's signature fog remains on the Pacific Ocean side of the Golden Gate Bridge, the silhouette of Transamerica Pyramid is unmistakable as the apex of the city skyline. Appreciate its...

Much like A.P. Giannini transformed financial services, the Transamerica pyramid transformed the San Francisco skyline when it was completed in 1972. Nestled in the heart of the city’s financial district, the iconic tower stands at 853 feet tall. It was the tallest building in San Francisco until the creation of the Salesforce Tower.