FNB Financial Center

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

A Tower Sparks New Life in Pittsburgh’s Lower Hill District

FNB Financial Center catalyzes economic growth in the Lower Hill District while reshaping the Pittsburgh skyline and reinforcing the community’s civic identity.
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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Large Terraced Multi-Functional Green Space
  • Home to Nearly 2,000 Employees
  • 26-Story, 520,000-Square-Foot Tower
  • Hospitality Inspired, Tenant Only Clubhouse
  • 12-Foot Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • Panoramic Views of Downtown
  • Fitness Center Equipped With Technogym Equipment
  • Large-Scale Conference Center
  • Private Outdoor Terrace Retreat
  • 5th Floor Tenant-Exclusive Amenity Space
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Challenge

When Pittsburgh’s Civic Arena was demolished in 2012, the Lower Hill District was left with acres of vacant land and stalled momentum. Major urban sites like this carry outsized potential: the right development can generate jobs, attract investment, and connect the community. The challenge was to deliver a catalytic project that would spark economic activity and bring new energy to a neighborhood with a rich history.

Solution

FNB Financial Center is the first high-rise office tower built in the Lower Hill District in four decades. Designed as a modern, multi-tenant workplace, it pairs cutting-edge technology and expansive natural light with hospitality-driven amenities, including a fitness center and private terrace. At ground level, 1.36 acres of new green space create a civic gathering place for tenants, residents, and visitors alike.

Impact

The development establishes a new commercial anchor for Pittsburgh, generating thousands of jobs and significant tax revenue. The city’s leading steel, glass and mechanical contractors were essential contributors on the project, with more than $50 million directed to minority and women-owned businesses during design and construction. By combining economic investment with inclusive partnerships and public space, the project positions the Lower Hill District as a renewed engine of opportunity for the city and region.

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