Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower facts for kids
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Type | Office |
| Location | 300 E. Randolph St. Chicago, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 41°53′5.55″N 87°37′11.66″W / 41.8848750°N 87.6199056°W |
| Construction started | 1995 (phase 1), 2007 (phase 2) |
| Completed | 1997 (phase 1), 2010 (phase 2) |
| Height | |
| Roof | 243 m (797 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 57 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Lohan Associates (Phase 1) Goettsch Partners (Phase 2) |
| Structural engineer | Magnusson Klemencic Associates |
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower (BCBS) is a very tall building in Chicago, Illinois, United States. It stands near Grant Park and is home to the main offices of Health Care Service Corporation. This company helps people with their health insurance. The tower is a well-known part of Chicago's amazing skyline.
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What is the Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower?
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower is an office building. It is located on the north side of Grant Park. You can find it at the corner of Randolph Street and Columbus Drive. Many people work here every day.
How Tall is This Building?
This impressive tower has 57 floors. It reaches a height of 243 meters (about 797 feet) to its roof. This makes it one of the tallest buildings in Chicago. From the top floors, you can see amazing views of the city and Lake Michigan.
When Was the Tower Built?
The Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower was built in two main parts, called phases.
- The first part started in 1995 and was finished in 1997.
- The second part began in 2007 and was completed in 2010.
This means the building grew taller over time.
Who Designed the Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower?
Different architects worked on the two phases of the building.
- Lohan Associates designed the first part of the tower.
- Goettsch Partners designed the second, taller part.
These architects helped create the building's unique look.
Images for kids
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A message displayed to celebrate the Chicago Cubs' effort to win the 2015 NLCS.
See also
- In Spanish: Blue Cross Blue Shield Tower para niños
