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71 South Wacker
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Hyatt Center
General information
Location Chicago Loop, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Address 71 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606
Opening 2005
Owner Irvine Company
Height 679 ft (207 m)
Technical details
Floor count 48
Floor area 1,765,000 sq ft (164,000 m2)
Design and construction
Developer Pei Cobb Freed & Partners
Structural engineer Halvorson and Partners

The Hyatt Center, also known as 71 South Wacker, is a tall office building in Chicago, Illinois. It was finished in 2005. This impressive skyscraper stands 679 feet (207 meters) high. It has 48 floors and is located at 71 South Wacker Drive. The building is owned by a company called the Irvine Company.

What is the Hyatt Center?

The Hyatt Center is a modern office tower. It is a key part of the Chicago Loop area. This area is known for its many tall buildings and businesses. The building provides a lot of office space for different companies.

Building Design and Size

The building was designed by Pei Cobb Freed & Partners. They are a well-known architecture firm. The Hyatt Center has 48 stories, making it a very tall structure. Its total floor area is about 1,765,000 square feet (164,000 square meters). This is a huge amount of space for offices.

Who Owns and Manages the Building?

The Irvine Company owns the Hyatt Center. They are a large real estate company. They manage many properties, including office buildings. The building opened its doors in 2005. Since then, it has been a busy place for businesses in Chicago.

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