333 Wacker Drive, Modern skyscraper at Chicago River bend, United States.
333 Wacker Drive is a 36-story office tower positioned at a bend in the Chicago River. The building features a curved blue-green glass facade with a stone base that houses office space for multiple businesses.
The building was completed in 1983 by the architectural firm Kohn Pedersen Fox and marked a turning point in Chicago's commercial design. It represented a new approach to high-rise development during the early 1980s.
The building combines modern glass architecture with classic principles of Chicago's commercial style. Visitors can observe how the curved form adapts to its riverside setting while respecting the city's architectural traditions.
The building is clearly visible at a distinctive point along the river and accessible from multiple pedestrian and cycling paths. Visitors can view the structure from various vantage points along the riverfront area.
The blue-green glass facade shifts its appearance throughout the day as light and weather conditions change, making the surface seem almost alive. This specific glass color was intentionally chosen to mirror the shade of the Chicago River itself.
Location: Chicago
Inception: 1983
Architects: Kohn Pedersen Fox
Floors above the ground: 36
GPS coordinates: 41.88610,-87.63580
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40
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