Chicago Place facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chicago Place |
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Coordinates | 41°53′43″N 87°37′29″W / 41.8953°N 87.6247°W |
| Completed | 1991 |
| Height | |
| Roof | 608 ft (185 m) |
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| Floor count | 49 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Skidmore, Owings and Merrill and current real-estate owner Grubb & Ellis |
Chicago Place is a very tall building in Chicago, Illinois. It is located on North Michigan Avenue, a famous street also known as the Magnificent Mile. This building is special because it has different uses inside. It has shops, offices, and homes all in one place.
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What is Chicago Place?
Chicago Place is known as a "mixed-use high-rise." This means it's a tall building that combines several different types of spaces. You can find shops, offices, and homes all within its many floors. It was finished in 1991.
Shops and Homes
The lower part of Chicago Place used to be a large shopping area. A famous department store called Saks Fifth Avenue was a main part of the building. It was like the anchor of a ship, holding the shopping area in place. Above the shops, the building becomes a tower. This tower is filled with condominiums. Condominiums are apartments that people own, rather than rent.
Building Design and Size
Chicago Place stands very tall in the city. Its roof reaches about 608 feet (185 meters) high. The building has 49 floors. This makes it a significant part of the Chicago skyline. The famous architecture firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill helped design this impressive structure. They are known for creating many tall and modern buildings around the world.
Location and Importance
Chicago Place is located right in the heart of the city's shopping district. The Magnificent Mile is a well-known area for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Being on this street means Chicago Place is in a very busy and important part of Chicago. It adds to the city's famous architecture and lively atmosphere.
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The entrance to Chicago Place on the Magnificent Mile
