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Madison Plaza
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General information
Status Complete
Type Office
Location 200 West Madison Street, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Coordinates 41°52′56″N 87°38′05″W / 41.88222°N 87.63472°W / 41.88222; -87.63472
Construction started 1981
Completed 1982
Opening 1982
Height
Roof 599 ft (183 m)
Technical details
Floor count 45
Floor area 1,035,790 sq ft (96,228 m2)
Design and construction
Architect Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Developer The Beitler Company

Madison Plaza is a very tall building, known as a skyscraper, located in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois. This impressive building stands at 599 feet (182 meters) high. It is a key part of the Chicago Loop, which is the main business district in downtown Chicago.

Madison Plaza has 45 floors, filled with office spaces. It was finished in 1982 and quickly became an important part of Chicago's skyline. Today, it is still one of the tallest buildings in the city.

What is Madison Plaza?

Madison Plaza is primarily an office building. It provides a modern workspace for many businesses. The building's design helps it fit in with other famous skyscrapers in Chicago.

Location and Size

The building is located at 200 West Madison Street. This address places it right in the heart of Chicago's financial area. Its height of 599 feet makes it a noticeable landmark. The 45 floors mean it has a lot of space inside.

When Was It Built?

Construction of Madison Plaza began in 1981. It was completed very quickly, opening its doors in 1982. This was a time when many new skyscrapers were being built in Chicago.

Who Designed It?

The famous architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill designed Madison Plaza. This company is known for creating many iconic buildings around the world. They have designed several other tall buildings in Chicago.

Chicago's Tall Buildings

Chicago is famous for its many skyscrapers. Madison Plaza is one of them. It shows how architects and engineers can build very tall structures. These buildings help make cities look modern and impressive.

Why So Many Skyscrapers?

Cities like Chicago need many tall buildings for offices and homes. This is because land in the city center is expensive. Building upwards allows more people and businesses to fit into a smaller area.

See Also

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