Madison Plaza

Madison Plaza is a 182 meter tall office tower with 45 floors of glass and steel construction located at 200 West Madison Street in Chicago's business district. The structure combines modern materials with a clear vertical organization and houses multiple office spaces with comprehensive building systems.

The building was designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and completed in 1982 as the original headquarters for the Hyatt Corporation. It emerged during a period when Chicago was reshaping its skyline with modern tower developments.

The building showcases the design thinking of early 1980s architecture through its geometric forms and extensive glass facades that defined how offices were built during that era.

The building sits near multiple public transit options and offers direct access to parking and nearby shops within walking distance. Visitors should note that access to certain areas may be restricted and the lobby tends to be busy during business hours.

The structure uses a split elevator system that separates lower and upper floor service to improve vertical transportation efficiency for thousands of workers each day. This design helps minimize wait times and allows elevators to operate more effectively across the tower.

Location: Illinois

Inception: 1982

Architects: Skidmore Owings Merrill

Official opening: 1982

Floors above the ground: 45

GPS coordinates: 41.88222,-87.63472

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:06