Wrigley Building, Commercial skyscraper on Michigan Avenue, Chicago, US
The Wrigley Building is a commercial skyscraper on Michigan Avenue consisting of two connected towers with 30 and 21 stories, both clad in gleaming white terra cotta. Walkways link the towers across multiple levels, and the facades display French Renaissance ornamental details throughout.
William Wrigley Jr. chose this location in 1920 to build his company headquarters, making it the first major office building north of the Chicago River. This project became a turning point in the city's expansion beyond the river's historic boundary.
The design draws inspiration from the Giralda Tower of Seville Cathedral, creating an architectural bridge between North American and Spanish design traditions. Visitors notice this connection in the curved forms and how the building stands out along the Chicago skyline.
The building is easy to view from outside, and the full facade is visible from Michigan Avenue. Visitors get the best views by standing at different points along the avenue or from nearby plazas to see the entire design.
The clock faces on the south tower stand out and are visible from many positions along Michigan Avenue, serving both timekeeping and visual prominence. Their scale makes them notable landmarks that define the avenue's character.
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