Reliance Building, National Historic Landmark skyscraper in Loop District, Chicago, United States.
The Reliance Building stands 15 floors tall with white terra cotta cladding and large plate glass windows that cover most of its exterior surface.
The construction occurred in two phases, with the first floor completed in 1890 by John Root and the upper floors finished in 1895 by Charles Atwood.
The Reliance Building demonstrates the Chicago School architectural principles through its steel-frame construction and innovative window arrangements for maximum natural light.
Located at 32 North State Street, the building now operates as the Staypineapple Hotel, featuring preserved historical elements alongside modern accommodations.
Engineers raised existing floors using jackscrews to demolish the first level while maintaining business operations in the upper stories during construction.
Location: Chicago
Inception: 1895
Architects: Daniel Burnham
Architectural style: Chicago School
Floors above the ground: 15
Part of: Loop Retail Historic District
GPS coordinates: 41.88278,-87.62778
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:33
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