The building was designed by William Curlett and built in 1908 by James D. Phelan on the place of the first , original Phelan Building , damaged by the 1906 earthquake and fire . It was once home to the George Haas and Sons Candy Store , marketed as the most beautiful candy shop in the country . Their business also operated a tea room on the second floor
1906 earthquake
1906 San Francisco earthquake
Phelan Building