321 North Clark

321 North Clark is a 35-floor skyscraper in downtown Chicago with a glass and steel structure designed by Skidmore Owings Merrill. The building features a clean rectangular form with extensive glazing and sits directly along the Chicago River, serving as a mixed-use commercial structure.

The building opened in 1987 during a major period of downtown Chicago's commercial expansion and redevelopment. Its completion marked a shift toward more contemporary glass-and-steel designs in the city's architectural evolution.

The building embodies modernist principles that have defined Chicago's approach to tall structures, where form follows function and materials are left visible and honest. Its glass facade creates a visual dialogue with neighboring buildings and reflects the river, making it part of the city's riverside character.

The building sits directly near several transit stops, making it easy to reach by bus or train. The spacious public lobbies and main entrances are welcoming and accessible, providing clear paths through the ground level during busy hours.

The building contains 39 elevators, an unusually high number for efficient movement of occupants and visitors throughout the structure. This extensive elevator system ensures quick transport even during peak hours.

Location: Chicago

Inception: 1987

Architects: Skidmore Owings Merrill

Floors above the ground: 35

Elevators: 39

GPS coordinates: 41.88806,-87.63056

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:01