San Francisco is a city that features
several distinct styles and trends in building design, from historic Victorian
residences to modern high-rise buildings to revamped industrial multi-use
spaces. The varied features of the diverse built environment of the city
contribute in part to San Francisco’s famed character, and likewise, requires
expertise from those building the ever-changing city and are up to the
challenge of integrating new projects into the dynamic landscape. Beyond the
challenge of incorporating the aesthetic of the project into the existing
neighborhood or space, new projects in San Francisco also have the added
challenges of being able to withstand the seismic activity of the area, as well
as accommodating the iconic slopes of its steep hills. Given these
considerations, it is logical that a key contribution to any project is that of
an experienced commercial concrete
contractor in San Francisco. Concrete is a versatile and foundational element in most
projects, and its skilled mixing, placement, and finishing is essential to the
strength and durability of the final product, as well as to the quality of the
aesthetic finish.
One prominent example within the San
Francisco skyline of concrete’s versatility is the Cathedral of St. Mary of the
Assumption, known locally as St. Mary’s Cathedral. This building’s uniquely
structured dome, a saddle roof made up of eight segments of hyperbolic
paraboloids, was created with concrete. Seen from above, the roof is meant to
take on the shape of a cross. The cathedral’s modern design has attracted
accolades over the years, including from Architectural
Digest, who named it one of
the most beautiful churches in the nation and lauded the “sweeping concrete
geometries” of its exterior.
350 Bush
Another project that skillfully
integrates a new building into the storied landscape of the city is the 20
story high-rise at 350 Bush Street in the heart of San Francisco. The Conco Companies, a
commercial concrete contractor, worked with Heller Manus Architects and general
contractor Hathaway Dinwiddie to provide concrete services for the tower
directly behind the San Francisco Mining Exchange, a location chosen in order
to utilize the historic landmark as the main entrance to the tower. The newer
construction incorporates the terra cotta facade and columns of the Mining
Exchange building into its design concept, while the landmark was also
renovated as a part of the project.
The Conco Companies’ mission is to be
the best supplier of concrete services in the Western U.S. and to bring
expertise and incomparable quality to each project. We continue to upgrade and
expand our facilities to better serve the growing market for commercial,
educational, parking structures, public works projects, and other development.
Contact us to learn more about the services from one of the most trusted
concrete contractors in San Francisco.
