While not as tall as its neighbors, 112 South Michigan has a respected place among its peers. The building combines a number of architectural elements in a mannet that is both traditional and pleasing to the eye.

It starts with a sturdy base and portals topped with large stone arches, conveying a sense of strength. As the building rises, three tall arched windows mark the second story ballroom. The addition of flags outside each of the windows is, perhaps, a bit too much ornamentation. They obscure views from the inside, and prevent a detailed study of the windows from the outside.

Next is the classic skyscraper shaft. In this case, two single solumns of windows flank three columns of wider windows in the center.

The whole affair is topped by a pediment, which mixes a classical theme with the modern elements, and traditional style. While this building does demonstrate the use of several architectural styles (conveniently weapped up in the title "Beaux-Artes"), the union of harmonious.