Burnham Brothers Inc., architect

Chicago Landmark

According to popular legend, the architects chose this building’s dark green and gold colors based on a gold-foiled champagne bottle seen at an office holiday party. Whether true of not, the building is one of the most-distinctive features on the Chicago skyline. The lobby also is a classic of Art Deco design, with exceptionally fine bronzework and black marble. The building was designed by Daniel and Herbert Burnham, sons of the legendary architect and city planner Daniel H. Burnham.

Designated on May 9, 1996

Richard M. Daley, Mayor

Commission of Chicago Landmarks

Marker is at the intersection of East Wacker Place and North Michigan Avenue, on the right when traveling east on East Wacker Place.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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