New lease of life for a city icon

Foster + Partners has completed the restoration of the Transamerica Pyramid Center in San Francisco – the biggest renovation in the landmark building’s 50-year history

The Transamerica Pyramid Center, one of San Francisco’s most recognisable landmark towers, has been given a new lease of life, with interior renovations and the revitalisation of the historic Transamerica Redwood Park at its base.

The tower’s lobby has been redesigned to emphasize the building’s powerful structural rhythm. A forensic study of the original building blueprints showed a spectacular diagonal structure, which was hidden above the ceiling. This structure has been revealed and clad to match the building’s exterior, creating a seamless transition between inside and outside.

Norman Foster, Founder and Executive Chairman, Foster + Partners, says the firm’s work means the building Transamerica Pyramid Center enters a new era.

“Our transformation honours the building's history while creating interior spaces that are world class and outdoor public gardens that reconnect with the city," says Foster.

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