California College of Arts San Francisco Campus
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Building Summary California College of Arts San Francisco Campus, originally designed by Skidmore Owings and Merrill-SOM and renovated and converted by LMS Architects, at San Francisco, California, 1951, renovated and converted 1997 to 1998.
An industrial maintenance facility converted to art college, with long-span concrete frame and glass construction, in a mild temperate climate and urban context. A high-sustainability building, based on extensive daylighting, solar hydronic heating, and natural ventilation.
Site Features Existing building makes effective use of urban site.
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Light industrial neighborhood. The interior of the space enjoys dramatic views of downtown San Francisco and nearby residential areas.
 
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