PSFS Building
PSFS, or the Philadelphia Saving Fund Society's former headquarters at the corner of 12th and Market Streets, erected in 1932, is widely considered the first International Style skyscraper. The building was designed by Swiss-American architect William Lescaze and his partner George Howe. The building is a National Historic Landmark.
In 1997, the building was purchased by the Loews Corporation, and in April 2000 it reopened as the Loews Philadelphia Hotel. The signature PSFS sign, however, is considered an integral part of the historic architectural design and remains atop the building. The building rises 492 feet tall and is 32 stories.
PSFS Building
PSFS, or the Philadelphia Saving Fund Society's former headquarters at the corner of 12th and Market Streets, erected in 1932, is widely considered the first International Style skyscraper. The building was designed by Swiss-American architect William Lescaze and his partner George Howe. The building is a National Historic Landmark.
In 1997, the building was purchased by the Loews Corporation, and in April 2000 it reopened as the Loews Philadelphia Hotel. The signature PSFS sign, however, is considered an integral part of the historic architectural design and remains atop the building. The building rises 492 feet tall and is 32 stories.