The Burnham Center in Chicago, Illinois
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The Burnham Center in Chicago, Illinois
Photograph © Wayne Lorentz/Artefaqs Corporation

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The Burnham Center
Formerly:Conway Building
111 West Washington, Chicago, Illinois, The Loop 60601 United StatesImprimer cette page   •   Partagez cette page   •   Cette Carte

A classic Chicago-style skyscraper in a very visible location. The Burnham Center shows the evolution of the genre by incorporating all of its traditional elements, while also delivering the impression of being a modern building. Light is very important in the design, with the structure's rounded corners allowing a few more windows access to the sun. Access is also provided through the central light well -- a feature that was soon to disappear from American architectural sensibilities. This is not surprising, considering the fact that this was Daniel Burnham's last building.

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