Quick Facts
City | Chicago |
Country | United States of America |
Year | 1922 - 1924 |
Floors | 29 |
Height | 144.5 m / 474 ft |
Realization
Architect |
Henry Raeder Associates George C Nimmons & Co. N. Max Dunnin |
Building Info
Alias |
American Furniture Mart 608 North Lake Shore Place |
Address | 680 North Lake Shore Drive |
Materials |
reinforced concrete (east end) steel frame(west end) |
Status | Completed |
Notes
- A 20-story base topped by a 9-story tower.
- The east end was completed in 1924, the west end was completed in 1926.
- The tower was inspired by the Houses of Parliament in London.
- Originally a furniture mart.
- Renovated in 1982-1984 by Lohan Associates.