The building was constructed in 1923–25 to serve as the Pacific Gas and Electric Company headquarters.

The entire exterior is clad in terra cotta, which is also used to decorate the lower and upper sections.

[2] Pacific Gas and Electric began a major expansion period shortly after constructing their headquarters, and they absorbed several other power companies in northern and central California.

While business declined during the Great Depression, the company rebounded during World War II, and then needed more space in its headquarters.

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