Architecture and Design Analysis

Neo-Gothic Influence

Components of the building showcasing Neo-Gothic elements:

• Pointed arches on windows and doors
• Vertical emphasis through design that draws the eye upward
• Decorative stonework on facades

Real life instances:

• Cathedral of Saint Patrick in New York City
• University of Chicago’s Gothic campus buildings
• Palace of Westminster in London

Modern Skyscraper Design

Components that relate to Modern Skyscraper design:

• Use of glass curtain walls
• Steel and concrete construction materials
• Non-ornamental, clean lines, and functional form

Real life instances:

• Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower) in Chicago
• One World Trade Center in New York City
• Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur

Art Deco Elements

Visible Art Deco elements in the building:

• Decorative geometric elements
• Stylized and symmetrical forms
• Terra cotta tiles and intricate metal work in detailing

Real life instances:

• Chrysler Building in New York City
• Empire State Building in New York City
• Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles