Schenklengsfeld Lime

Schenklengsfeld Lime

Very old lime tree (Tilia platyphyllos). Its trunk has divided into four separate parts that have a total circumference of 17.8 m.

Portland Building

The Portland Building

The world’s first major building in Post-Modern style, constructed in 1982. This 15 floor high public office building has caused much controversy due to its bold design and also flaws.

Oregon State Capitol

Oregon State Capitol

The central administrative building of the state of Oregon. This is an unusual Art Deco structure that was constructed in 1936-1937. The dome rises 51 m high.

Illinois State Capitol

Illinois State Capitol

One of the most prominent state capital buildings in the United States. This ornate house was constructed in 1868 and is 110 m tall – taller than the U.S. Capitol. The building has been designed in the French Renaissance style.

Old Cahokia Courthouse

Old Cahokia Courthouse

The oldest existing European structure in Illinois. This wooden building was constructed by the French-Canadians and has served as a courthouse and also – as a house. The house has been almost totally rebuilt and little of the original structure remains.

Aqua in Chicago

Aqua in Chicago

Beautiful skyscraper with unusual, “fluid” form created by the wave-like form of its balconies. It was constructed in 2009 and is 262 m tall, with 87 floors.

Marina City

Marina City (in the centre)

A complex of buildings that is dominated by two round towers – 179 m tall apartment buildings, each with 65 floors. Constructed in 1968. The construction of this “city in the city” started the reversal in the development of American cities from the suburbs back to the center.

Carbide & Carbon Building

Carbide & Carbon Building

Historical skyscraper – 153 m tall, dark-colored building in Art Deco style. It was built in 1929. The building has 37 floors and is covered with black granite, adorned with ornamentation in Art Deco style. The building is topped with a gold-covered tower.

Manhattan Building in Chicago

Manhattan Building (to the right) in Chicago

The oldest existing skyscraper where has been used a skeletal support system. This 16-floor tall building was constructed in 1891 and was a huge construction innovation.

Chicago Board of Trade Building

Chicago Board of Trade Building

Historical skyscraper in Art Deco style. The massive building is 184 m tall and has 44 floors. It is topped with an enormous statue of Ceres – goddess of agriculture. The building was constructed in 1930 and has many beautiful architectural details and artworks.