Completed in 1928, it was designed by Edward Buehler Delk and financed by renowned oilman and dedicated philanthropist Waite Phillips (1883–1964).

[2] Associated architects Keene & Simpson performed architectural supervision in the construction of the building.

In 1977, the BSA sold the Building to a group of local investors.

According to the Tulsa Preservation Commission, the building represents the Gothic Revival architecture style.

[4][5] The vaulted lobby ceiling is composed of large carved stone rosettes that were created in Italy and reassembled in the building by the same craftsmen that made them.