A New Look for an Art Deco Original

With its aerodynamic curves and smooth exterior surfaces, this 1938 building in San Francisco's Design District exemplifies classic Art Deco aesthetics. A deft renovation by Pfau Long Architecture modernizes the historic structure while maintaining much of its original character.

Once the home of the Jessica McClintock fashion empire, the building now houses a genetic testing company that uses the first floor for lab and R&D space and the second floor for offices. The renovation also included a seismic upgrade, all new building systems, including PV on the roof, and LEED Gold certification.