Aqua, Contemporary skyscraper in Lakeshore East, Chicago, US.
The 262-meter tall Aqua Tower presents irregular concrete floor slabs extending outward on each level, creating a flowing exterior pattern across its facade.
Studio Gang Architects completed the construction of this 82-story mixed-use structure in 2009, with an investment of 300 million dollars.
The building marked advancement for women in architecture as Jeanne Gang became the first female architect to design a structure of this scale in the United States.
The tower contains residential units, hotel rooms, and five underground parking levels, with 24 elevators serving the different sections of the building.
Each floor features distinct balcony dimensions calculated through GPS coordinates, allowing specific views toward Chicago landmarks while reducing wind forces on the structure.
Location: Chicago
Location: Cook County
Location: Illinois
Inception: 2009
Architects: Jeanne Gang
Architectural style: contemporary architecture
Floors above the ground: 82
Elevators: 24
Height: 262 m
Address: 211 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
GPS coordinates: 41.88650,-87.61971
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36
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