Welcome to The Russ Building, designed by architect George W Kelham in 1926 as a Neo-Gothic, 31-story, 530,000-square-foot office building that was the tallest building west of Chicago until 1963. Kelham was also renowned for his Federal Reserve Bank Building on Sansome Street, the Standard Oil Building on Bush Street, and the Pacific Telephone Building on New Montgomery Street.
The Russ Building is a full-service office building that continues to serve its tenants in comfort and safety with amenities that include operable windows, monthly parking, common conference rooms, bicycle parking, a locker room with showers, a mothers’ room, restaurants, and 24-hour access. Priding itself on a commitment to sustainability with a Platinum LEED certification, an Energy Star score of 93, and a Well Health-Safety Rating, The Russ Building endorses the highest building, health, and environmental standards.
The Russ Building is strategically positioned in the Financial District between Chinatown and Union Square in San Francisco, a central location for law firms, corporate offices, banks, and Fortune 500 companies. The office building is conveniently located near mass transit, such as BART, Muni bus lines, and Muni Metro train lines, and is accessible from Market Street, which is one and a half blocks away. The Financial District is a vibrant neighborhood where tenants and visitors of The Russ Building can experience upscale shops, restaurants, hotels, and nightlife within a short walk. The Russ Building is the ideal business location when high-end work environments, connectivity, and convenience are critical.