Monadnock Building
A 16-story Chicago skyscraper, the last masonry skyscraper ever built, known for its innovative construction and representing a pivotal transition in architectural history.

šŸ“œ Imposing 16-story high-rise in Chicago's South Loop, a landmark of architectural transition.
šŸ” Recognized as a Chicago Architectural Landmark and National Historic Landmark, it is also the tallest load-bearing brick building ever constructed, completed in two phases (1891, 1893).

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Witness a pivotal moment in architectural history, from load-bearing masonry to skeleton-frame construction.
šŸ§± Admire its unique two-half design and innovative masonry, including early examples of electricity, fire-proofing, and aluminum.
šŸ™ļø Explore one of the world's tallest commercial buildings with load-bearing masonry walls and innovative features like ornate aluminum staircases.
šŸ“ø Admire its distinctive stripped-down facade and undulating bay windows.
šŸ† Recognized as a Chicago Architectural Landmark and National Historic Landmark.

Tips

šŸ’” Observe the differences between the northern (Burnham & Root, 1891, load-bearing) and southern (Holabird & Roche, 1893, skeleton-frame) halves.
šŸ“ Located at 53 West Jackson Boulevard, easily accessible via Jackson station of the O'Hare Blue Line.
šŸ¢ Houses various independent professional firms.

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