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Hyatt Regency Embarcadero Atrium, San Francisco, US
2024-10-05
- Classification
- Photograph
- Museum
- Wikimedia Commons
- Credit line
- https://www.flickr.com/photos/dalecruse/54064130431/
- Rights
- CC BY 2.0, as the museum states it.
- Who can see it
- Kids profiles and older: it shows nature, places, still life or a children's book. How works are placed
About this work
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s iconic waterfront district, California, US, the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero boasts one of the city’s most awe-inspiring architectural gems—the stunning 17-story atrium. Designed by renowned architect John Portman, this soaring interior was once the world’s largest hotel atrium when it opened in 1973, setting the stage for Portman’s revolutionary concept of communal hotel spaces. The vast, light-filled atrium welcomes guests with its open design, featuring exposed glass elevators, futuristic lighting, and sweeping walkways that guide your eyes upward to the dramatic skylights. The atrium’s symmetrical lines and angular design create an almost sci-fi ambiance, perfect for fans of modern architecture. This cutting-edge design has also made the Hyatt Regency a favorite filming location, most notably featured in the 1977 thriller High Anxiety by Mel Brooks.
The atrium seamlessly blends with the waterfront energy outside, just steps from the Ferry Building, offering unbeatable views of the San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. Its proximity to the Embarcadero makes it ideal for both business and leisure travelers seeking luxury with a touch of…
