High Time.
The article discusses the history of skyscrapers in Chicago, Illinois. It is suggested that although the country's highest buildings were located in New York City, Chicago architects and designers made important technological innovations such as the elevator and the metal frame. Details on the Home...
| Publicado en: | Architectural Record Vol. 203; no. 10; pp. 87 - 92 |
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BNP Media
Oct2015
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| Sumario: | The article discusses the history of skyscrapers in Chicago, Illinois. It is suggested that although the country's highest buildings were located in New York City, Chicago architects and designers made important technological innovations such as the elevator and the metal frame. Details on the Home Insurance Building designed by William LeBaron and the Rand McNally Building designed by the firm Burnham and Root are presented. Chicago architects working abroad are also discussed. |
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