One Prudential Plaza, Modern skyscraper in East Loop District, Chicago, United States
One Prudential Plaza is a modern skyscraper with 41 floors and a height of 183 meters in Chicago's East Loop District. Its glass facades and streamlined form are characteristic of postwar commercial architecture.
The building was completed in 1955 and was the first major skyscraper project in Chicago after the Great Depression and World War II. It marked the beginning of a new wave of economic development in the city.
The building embodies modernist principles through its clean lines and functional design typical of the mid-20th century. Its exterior displays the spare elegance that defined this era.
The building is located on Randolph Street and is well connected by public transportation. Its position offers easy connections to other parts of the city.
The building was constructed using air rights over the Illinois Central Railroad tracks, demonstrating innovative engineering for urban development. This technique allowed trains to continue running beneath the structure while maximizing land use above.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1955
Official opening: 1955
Architectural style: modern architecture
Floors above the ground: 41
Height: 183 m
Website: http://pruplaza.bentleyforbes.com
GPS coordinates: 41.88490,-87.62330
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05
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