Ford Assembly Building: California, USA

As one of Albert Khan’s most essential works on the West Coast, the plant was built for the Ford Motor Company in 1937. After earthquake damage in 1989, the building’s future was unclear, but the community rallied to preserve and adapt the structure. Owing to the plant’s enormous size, it fits multiple functions: offices, events space, and restaurants. The centerpiece of the redevelopment is the Craneway Pavilion that has stunning views of the San Francisco Bay. Easy access to bike trails and ferry stations helps workers and visitors arrive at the facility without a car.